Argus Partners

Argus Partners is home to a well-experienced team of corporate and M&A lawyers, capable of advising on transactions for clients from a wide variety of sectors such as mining and steel, media and entertainment, and financial services, among others. The group regularly leads on complex, high-value mandates including public and private M&A, investments and divestments, and disposals, as well as reverse mergers, corporate governance, and corporate disputes. Founder and managing partner Krishnava Dutt is a key member of the department and is sought after for his M&A, joint venture, and restructuring prowess. He is supported by Abhinav Bhalaik, who regularly assists investors, multinationals, and banks on multijurisdictional M&A, investments, and shareholder disputes. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Adity Chaudhury, who specialises in distressed M&A, spin-offs, and joint ventures, as well as restructurings, public and private takeovers, and corporate disputes. Other core members of the practice include Anindya Ghosh, Armaan Patkar, and Jitendra Soni.