Real estate and construction in India

Mansukhlal Hiralal & Company

Mansukhlal Hiralal & Company has a well-established real estate offering in Mumbai, covering a broad range of mandates including property and land M&A, premise licenses and leases, project development, and estate planning, probate and will issues. Team head RA Shah has a broad contentious and non-contentious practice, advising developers, tenants and investors on complex real estate issues. Co-heads Purvi Asher and Bhushan Shah handle insolvency matters and distressed M&A, while Akash Jain is a key name for real estate litigation. Sanjana Saddy, Alisha Dsouza and Akash Mehta also come recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

RA Shah; Bhushan Shah; Purvi Asher


Autres avocats clés:

Akash Jain; Sanjana Saddy; Alisha Dsouza; Akash Mehta


Principaux clients

Falgun Shroff


Velocity Global Logistics Private Limited


Prashanti Co-operative Housing Society Limited


Rohit Mantri and Rahil Sanghv


Rajat Rajgarhia


Yasmin and Adil Patel


Mr Gary Asher


Mr Nirav Poddar


Mrs Hemlata Lawande


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Falgun Shroff in the purchase of an uber-luxury villa in Alibaug. Assisted in negotiating key terms with the Vendor and provided end-to-end legal support, including drafting essential documents such as the Deed of Conveyance and Deed of Grant of Right of Ways between the Purchaser and both the Vendor and the adjacent landowner.

SNG & PARTNERS

SNG & PARTNERS advises developers, financial institutions, investors, and corporates on major residential, commercial, and industrial real estate projects across India. The Mumbai team is particularly active on land acquisitions, township developments, and regulatory compliance under state-specific laws, while also handling financing mandates alongside the firm’s banking practice. Spearheading the Mumbai and Bengaluru practice is Sadhav Mishra, who advises on M&A, project finance, regulatory compliance, and conveyancing, with extensive experience acting for developers, lenders, and investors on large-scale developments. Subrata Mukherjee skillfully handles commercial and construction contracts, while Bengaluru-based Samreen Paloba is a key name for financing, M&A and conveyancing expertise.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sadhav Mishra


Autres avocats clés:

Sana Khan; Samreen Paloba; Subrata Mukherjee; Manu Goenka Wable


Les références

‘SNG’s team is young and dynamic, they bring a fresh perspective and boundless energy to every case with exceptional understanding of complex legal matters and our meticulous attention to detail, ensuring no stone is left unturned in serving the clients.’

‘Adv Sana Khan is our one point solution to many matters be it civil, Police case, high court – she’s an incredibly versatile advocate, seamlessly navigating diverse legal challenges with skill and precision. Her ability to adapt and excel across various practice areas truly sets her apart.’

Principaux dossiers


Argus Partners

Argus Partners supports developers and sector clients on a wide range of construction mandates, including urban redevelopment, integrated townships, and renewable energy facilities. Its expertise includes EPC and design-build contracts, financing, and regulatory approvals, with additional strength in transport and industrial infrastructure projects such as ports, airports, bridges, and special economic zones. Team head Krishnava Dutt often works at the intersection of real estate and energy, chiefly on electricity transmission, energy transition and digital infrastructure matters. Co-head Aastha is a key name for industry players, financial sponsors and funds seeking to invest in the real estate sector, and co-head Murtaza Kachwalla is recognised for his disputes offering. Co-heads Nidhi Arya and Utkarsh Bandhu have extensive banking and finance backgrounds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Krishnava Dutt; Aastha; Murtaza Kachwalla; Nidhi Arya; Utkarsh Bandhu


Principaux clients

Adhunik Power and Natural Resources Limited


SWAMIH Investment Fund


HDFC Capital Affordable Real Estate Fund


Tata Projects Limited


Henkel Adhesives India


State Bank of India


Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Adhunik Power & Natural Resources Limited (Adhunik) with respect to an investment of INR 1400 crore made by Davidson Kempner.
  • Advising SWAMIH, the AIF set up by the Government under the Special Window for Completion of Construction of Affordable and Mid-Income Housing Projects, on an ongoing basis, on their investments in various real estate projects.
  • Advising HDFC Capital Affordable Real Estate Fund – 3 on one of its largest investments to date in Adarsh Developers, a leading real estate and hospitality group in Bengaluru, through the subscription of listed and unlisted non-convertible debentures.

Indialaw LLP

Indialaw LLP's real estate team combines transactional, financing, and contentious expertise, advising across title due diligence, project documentation, and regulatory approvals. The firm is engaged in developments ranging from SEZs and industrial parks to redevelopment schemes and integrated townships, acting for landowners, developers, corporates, investors, and financial institutions across India. Shiju PV helms the practice and has a portfolio of work that balances real estate finance and development instructions. Co-head Suresh Palav is actively involved in land and property acquisitions, title due diligence, and regulatory matters. Shweta Tiwari has a strong track record on major redevelopment schemes and is also sought out by financial institutions for real estate finance counsel. Darshna Velani is also a name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Shiju PV; Suresh Palav


Autres avocats clés:

Shweta Tiwari; Darshna Velani


Principaux clients

L&T Realty


Runwal Constructions


Greenscape group


Edelweiss


Hindustan Unilever Limited


Tata Consultancy Services


Haveli Group-Vivanta


Tata – Starbucks Private Limited


TVS Industrial and Logistics Parks


State Bank of India


HDFC Bank Limited


Development Bank of Singapore (DBS)


Yes Bank


Axis Finance Limited


Federal Bank Limited


Sugee Group


Tourism Finance Corporation of India Limited


Vedanta Limited YesRaymond Realty


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised L&T Realty on the “L&T Innovation Campus” project in Powai, Mumbai, providing end-to-end legal support from inception.
  • Acted as legal counsel to TVS Group on acquisition of 93 hectares of land in Solapur, Maharashtra (Mumbai), for the establishment of a 50 MW solar energy project.

Regius Legal LLP

Regius Legal LLP is active across redevelopment projects, commercial matters, and project financing disputes. With expertise in litigation and compliance strategies, the group acts for developers, investors, and corporates on structuring, risk management, and contentious real estate issues. The practice is co-led by Kiran Jain and Ish Jain, with the duo recognised for the strength of their disputes offering.

Responsables de la pratique:

Kiran Jain; Ish Jain


Principaux clients

Greenfield Developers & Realtors LLP


Vivek Bhalchandra Pimparkar


Mr. Sudhakar Chavan & Ors.


Mr. Ravindra M. Sakre & Ors.


Shree Naminath Lifespaces LLP & its partners#


Kamlesh Jain


Girnar Cooperative Society


Mr. Sandeep Mhatre, Chairman of Kesharbaug Occupants Welfare Association


M/S P.D. Associates


Shree Mahavir Developers


Oyster Shipmanagement Pvt. Ltd. & 34 Ors


Darshan Construction & Anr.


Dulariben Jitendra Gandhi & Ors.


Dhanraj mills Pvt. Ltd. & its Directors


Guangdong Yihua Stainless Steel &Aluminium Co.


M/S. S.S. Group


M/s. K. S. Chamankar Enterprises


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised M/s. K. S. Chamankar Enterprises in a high-stakes arbitration and commercial dispute involving ₹6000 crores in claims related to slum redevelopment projects under a Government of Maharashtra resolution.
  • Advised Dhanraj Mills Pvt. in a successful denotification proceedings under a special statute enacted post-Harshad Mehta Scam.
  • Advised Darshan Constructions in a property dispute following their acquisition of a 3340 sq. ft. asset via a bank auction, challenged by the mortgagor.

Wadia Ghandy & Co

Advising developers, sovereign wealth funds, and multinational corporates, Wadia Ghandy & Co handles transactions across land acquisition, joint ventures, financing, and development. The group also acts in high-value disputes and governmental matters, leveraging a strong Mumbai base and wider presence in Delhi, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Jaipur to assist on complex real estate mandates nationwide. Group lead Dhawal Mehta leverages over twenty five years of experience to comprehensively advise on the full spectrum of real estate assets, including residential and commercial buildings, Special Economic Zones, townships and education and healthcare facilities. Co-head Denzil Arambhan is praised for his ‘sound, logical advice’ and focuses on transactions by real estate funds and financial sponsors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dhawal Mehta; Denzil Arambhan


Les références

‘Real estate advisory relating to title due diligence requires practical legal advice – at which Wadia Ghandy (Partner – Denzil Arambham) is very adept. Denzil himself is always aware of the matters and is available to provide sound, logical advice. Where required, Denzil is also able to take hard stands in the interest of his clients. Transaction documentation in this sector requires a logical and simple approach as counter parties are likely to be individuals (and not corporates) and Wadia Ghandy can deliver on this front as well.’

‘Denzil can understand the pulse and risk-taking ability of his clients very well and can provide sound, tailor-made advice balancing between protecting the client and facilitating a deal. Denzil has an efficient team under him which provides him with the correct support to ensure the client receives overall excellent work product.’

Principaux clients

HDFC Capital Advisors Limited


Phoenix Mills Limited


Sumitomo Realty & Development Co. Ltd. of Japan


Gramercy Trade Industries Private Limited (Panchshil Group)


Ventive Hospitality Limited (a Panchshil group company)


Millennia Realtors and Private Limited (a RMZ Corp group company)


K Raheja Corp Real Estate Limited


Avenue Supermarts Limited (DMart)


Sumitomo Realty & Development Co. Ltd. of Japan


HDFC Fund (Now HDFC Bank) & Edward Mauritius Limited


Oberoi


NAREDCO West Foundation


Adani Properties Private Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised and assisted Oberoi Realty in its litigation against Sahara Group.
  • Advised and assisted Adani Properties Private Limited in its litigation against the petitioner (‘‘Seclink Technologies Corporation’’). The Petitioner (Seclink Technologies Corporation) being aggrieved by the cancellation of the 2018 Tender floated by DRP/SRA for the redevelopment of the Dharavi Notified Area, filed Writ Petition No. 4823 of 2022 inter alia challenging its cancellation.
  • Representing Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Limited in a matter where there are company petitions filed against five corporate debtors that are related entities and the aggregate debt owed over 7000 crores. Five separate company petitions were filed under Section 7 of the IBC against the the corporate debtors on account of a default under separate loan agreements.

Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors

Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors advises on the full spectrum of real estate mandates, from title investigations and acquisitions to leasing, development, and financing. The group regularly acts for developers, funds, and corporates on redevelopment projects, title diligence, and transactional documentation, and provides regulatory advisory across RERA, MOFA, SRA, and MIDC compliance regimes. Team head Aaron Solomon handles complex property and land transactions as well as advising clients on rights and compliance issues. Riddhi Mistry, Krutika Jain, Maaz Syed and Forum Doshi widely support.

Responsables de la pratique:

Aaron Solomon


Autres avocats clés:

Riddhi Mistry; Krutika Jain; Maaz Syed; Forum Doshi


Les références

‘The team has good knowledge of the security documents required by the Bank. They understand terms and conditions and then execute documents.’

‘The team is dynamic, well-versed with existing laws and regulations.’

Principaux clients

IL&FS Limited


Mooncraft Cooperative Housing Society Limited


Mudheshwari II Cooperative Housing Society Limited


Sherly Lily Premises Cooperative Society Limited


InfraCorp


HELA Systems Private Limited


Vinayak Co-operative Housing Society, Bandra (East)


Devdut Co-operative Housing Society


Zillion Properties


Cornerstone Infracorp -Land DD and Purchase- Amit and Munmun Tangri


State Bank of India


Bandra Sea Breeze CHSL


Pali Hill Neptune


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised L&T Realty on the “L&T Innovation Campus” project in Powai, Mumbai, providing end-to-end legal support from inception.
  • Acted as legal counsel to TVS Group on acquisition of 93 hectares of land in Solapur, Maharashtra (Mumbai), for the establishment of a 50 MW solar energy project.

Universal Legal Advocates

Universal Legal Advocates advises developers, corporates and HNWIs on complex real estate and construction mandates, spanning acquisitions, project development, and regulatory compliance. The Mumbai-based team is recognised for its experience handling cross-border transactions and advising clients across residential, logistics, education, healthcare, chemicals, and hospitality sectors. Team head Neha Sehgal’s practice spans M&A and private equity investments as well as estate planning and inheritance matters. Mohit Kapoor advises high-net-worth individuals on M&A, property deeds, and commercial agreements, while Apurva Agarwal is noted for her expertise in real estate title due diligence and reporting.

Responsables de la pratique:

Neha Sehgal


Autres avocats clés:

Apurva Agarwal; Mohit Kapoor; Rashi Kapoor Mehta; Angshuman Chaliha; Ruchita Krishnan


Les références

‘The partners and support staff are always available when required. The advice given is prompt and valuable.’

‘Mohit Kapoor is always available to offer sound advice.

‘Neha Sehgal is extremely hardworking and was on top of the negotiations.’

Principaux clients

Maharashtra Steel Rolling Mills Private Limited


Aher Constructions Private Limited


Ryan International Group of Institutions


Harendra De Silva


Firoz Kanchwala


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Ryan International Group, a leading operator of K-12 educational institutes across India, on its strategic acquisition of ownership and leasehold rights in the tri-states of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Telangana for set up educational institutions.
  • Advised Oswal Agro Mills Ltd., on the sale of 61 acres of real estate in Mumbai.
  • Assisting Maharashtra Steel Rolling Mills Private Limited with their sale and joint venture with investors under the ongoing Joint Development agreement with Suvasya Builders & Developers.