Founded in 1986, Dua Associates serves a wide spectrum of clients drawn from multinationals including from the US, Europe, Japan and ASEAN.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is strongest in its work involving mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investment, private equity and other corporate transactions. It also covers a wide range of industrial sectors including healthcare and life sciences, technology, telecommunication, insurance, real estate, projects and infrastructures.
Key clients
Notable clients include Desay SV Automotive Singapore, TVS Motor, SNP, Blaser Swisslube, Fourth Partner Energy, Ritika, Kotak Securities and Lease Plan India.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
In M&A, the firm was active in strategic deals on the buy side. The deals were in the infrastructure, energy and logistic sectors.
The firm was also active in restructuring and insolvency during the research period.
The insolvency team welcomed partner Shikha Ginodia.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Bel Group/Britannia Industries joint venture.
Edwards’ acquisition of HHV Pumps.
Mahindra Logistics’ acquisition of approximately 60% stake in ZipZap Logistics.
Client feedback: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“They provide a diligent approach for an in-depth analysis. Good calibre resources across all levels, starting from associates, in-house expertise on all technical aspects, and the acumen to understand business aspects and advise accordingly.”
Prateek Bedi
“Honours delivery timelines, understands the business and advises accordingly, and produces crisp drafting, keeping in mind cross-legal implications.”
Nityashjit Kaur
“Nityashjit respects timelines, has a diligent approach on every given assignment, and provides efficient team management.”
Sunil Malik
“Mr. Malik is a reservoir of knowledge and a rare combination of technical expertise and humility.”
