Wadia Ghandy & Co

India

Analysis

Overview

Wadia Ghandy & Co is one of the oldest full-service law firms in India, established in 1883. The firm has offices in five cities and houses over 150 fee earners. The firm’s banking and finance offering is widely respected. The firm also boasts strengths in aviation, disputes and real estate. The key contacts include managing partners Shabnum Kajiji, Ashish Ahuja, Bindi Dave and Dhawal Mehta, aviation specialist Marylou Bilawala, and deputy managing partners Nihas Basheer and Denzil Arambhan

Banking and finance

Work highlights 

Advised a domestic bank in a transaction involving the availing of term loan facilities and issuance of non-convertible debentures, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements 

Acted for an Indian-headquartered lender in a high-stakes dispute related to defaults by an Indian financial services conglomerate, filing proceedings before the Securities Appellate Tribunal and obtaining favourable rulings. 

Aviation

Work highlights 

Advised a global aircraft leasing company in the lease of six aircraft to the national India carrier, providing guidance on regulatory compliance and transaction documentation.  

Assisted a commercial aircraft leasing player in execution proceedings concerning a default by SpiceJet, successfully filing petitions in the Delhi High Court based on foreign decrees.