Issue 9 2020

12 Acquisition International - Issue 9 2020 working extensively with a spectrum of technology companies from start-ups to leading technology companies. As the team at Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys celebrate thirty-five years of success, it’s worth noting that there are no signs of slowing down as yet. Already they offer an incredible range of services to clients, but there is always an eye on what more they can do. It’s little wonder that the team have achieved such incredible success. Company: Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys Contact: L. Badri Narayanan Web Address: www.lakshmisri.com ased in India, with offices in thirteen cites, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan has grown significantly since its humble beginnings. What started in a single room setup by two people with no experience of working in a law firm is now proudly one of the top providers of legal services in the country. What set the two apart, from the very beginning, was their deep understanding of the law. Both founders came to the business with outstanding academic records. On this basis, the firm has made its name, and to this day continues to pride itself on a deep knowledge of the law that stretches back into history and right up to the present day. Not only are the team adept at handling cases in the field of commodities, automobile, pharmaceuticals and petrochemicals, they are well versed in modern sectors such as e-commerce, big data, renewables. Few other law firms can claim to have its professionals always at the forefront of the latest legal developments. As a full-service law firm, the team have the ability to handle any number of cases, covering areas such as corporate& commercial laws, dispute resolution, taxation and intellectual property to an incredibly high standard. Throughout the office’s career, a variety of clients have used the services on offering, with start-ups, small & medium enterprises, large Indian corporates and multinational companies all benefitting from the exceptional service that Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys can provide. The team at Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys is made up of a diverse range of people numbering over 400. Many of these professionals hold dual qualifications. Often, the firm looks to people who have studied science, engineering or accounting as their primary qualification, or those who have had significant industry or policy experience. This gives Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys a unique advantage over its competitors. Instead of offering a limited, but focused service, the team can draw on a wide range of knowledge. This allows the team to collaborate more effectively, addressing areas where the law combines with technology, accounting and design solutions where appropriate. Technology is a big part of how Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys intends to operate in the future, with the potential uses in the legal industry as yet untapped. The firm has taken a strong approach this, investing heavily in technology and the infrastructure needed to make the most of it. This attitude has been incredibly useful to the team, as it allows them to work more efficiently while still keeping to the same exceptional standards. In order to stay on top of what can be done in the industry, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys applies its diverse attitude to its technology providers, B Many law firms specialise in increasingly niche areas of operation. This is of immense benefit to those needing specific legal advice, but the challenge for many is finding a law firm able to provide all the services necessary. The team at Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys are worthy winners in this regard, named Most Outstanding Full-Service Law Firm 2020 – India in Acquisition International’s Global Excellence Awards. We profile the firm to find out more. Decades of Experience This allows the team to collaborate more effectively, addressing areas where the law combines with technology, accounting and design solutions where appropriate. Apr20129