Neupane Law Associates has strength in advising clients on a range of matters, especially on international transactions and disputes. Its dispute resolution practice assists in international arbitrations, litigation and shareholders disputes, while the firm also acts for clients on corporate matters, such as M&A, joint ventures, banking and project finance mandates. Co-head of the practice, Balkrishna Neupane is noted for his litigation expertise before the Supreme Court and High Courts. Anjan Neupane, as the second co-head of practice, specialises in aviation, banking, dispute resolution and M&A. Of note at associate level is Sijan Guragain, who is experienced in litigation, arbitration, banking and joint ventures.
Leading firms in Nepal
Neupane Law Associates
Responsables de la pratique:
Balkrishna Neupane; Anjan Neupane
Autres avocats clés:
Sijan Guragain
Les références
‘The firm has sound legal knowledge that meets the client’s needs. It uses the latest technology for drafting and filing of court or arbitration documents.’
‘Anjan Neupane is very precise and clearly understands any case he handles.’
‘The young lawyers bring new and fresh perspectives, and all of them have extensive knowledge on local and global perspectives.’
Principaux clients
Unilever Nepal Limited
US Development Finance Corporation
Hard Rock Limited
Hilton
Marriott International Inc.
Government of Nepal, Ministry of Law
Visa Worldwide Pte. Ltd.
Phillip Morris
Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries
Daraz Nepal
International Finance Corporation
Cathay Pacific
Singapore Airlines
PowerChina
Texmaco Railway and Engineering
Renew Power
Walkaroo Group
Dish Media Network
Saisan Co. Ltd.
Sita BV
IDEMIA
Tetra Pak Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
Bolt
Indriver
Apar Industries
Thomson Nepal
China EXIM Bank
Centuryply Limited, India
Som Frangnances, India
BlueOrchard Finance
Sinosure
Kajaria Ceramics Limited
ResponsAbility Investments
General Electric
Bupa Insurance
FMO
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the government of Nepal as Nepalese corporate and tax law expert in ICISD investment arbitration claim filed by Ncell and Axiata.
- Advised Karjaria Ceramics Limited, India in joint venture with Ramesh Corp to form Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited.
- Advised Belgian Investment organization for development countries in USD 25 million loan to NMB Bank Limited.
Pradhan & Associates
Pradhan & Associates is active across multiple sectors in Nepal, advising clients on finance, aviation, telecoms, hydroelectric, IP and corporate matters. Additionally, the firm represents domestic and international clients in litigation and arbitration hearings, as well as acting in high-profile multi-jurisdictional transactions. Managing partner Devendra Pradhan is an experienced advocate and focuses his practice on assisting foreign companies in M&A, aviation, banking, IP and telecoms mandates. Shirshak Ghimire is also of note for his work advising clients on hydroelectric projects, including sponsors, lenders, contractors and suppliers.
Responsables de la pratique:
Devendra Pradhan
Autres avocats clés:
Shirshak Ghimire
Les références
‘Very good knowledge of the sector.’
‘Devendra Pradhan and Shirshak Ghimire are impressive and have a good touch with business teams.’
Principaux dossiers
- Advising and assisting a domestic airline, Yeti Airlines, and its domestic insurer and their various reinsurers in the management and settlement of the liability claims arising out of the death and injury of passengers in the deadliest aviation accident in Nepal that took place in Pokhara killing all 72 occupants on board.
- Advised a Chinese export credit agency in connection with the cross-border financing to a Nepali hydropower company.
- Advised carious aircraft leasing companies in connection on the sale and leasing of ATR 72-500 and Twin Otter DHC-400 aircraft to various domestic airlines in Nepal.
Imperial Law Associates
Imperial Law Associates, in addition to its corporate and commercial law expertise, advises its clients on a range of mandates, from direct foreign investments and hydropower projects to data protection issues, TMT matters and disputes. Praised for its ‘unwavering commitment to excellence, innovative approach, and unparalleled dedication to client success’, the firm is also instructed by domestic and international clients to assist on international transactions, debt recoveries, restructurings, and insurance and reinsurance mandates. Surendra Tiwari heads the litigation department and acts for clients in relation to cyber, labour and IT law. Also of note is Deepesh Ojha, who specialises in energy, infrastructure, banking, aviation, telecoms and hospitality. At the associate level, Nitin Raj Patel and Rukmani Khadka are noted for their involvement in the firm’s recent work.
Responsables de la pratique:
Surendra Tiwari; Deepesh Ojha
Autres avocats clés:
Nitin Raj Patel; Rukmani Khadka
Les références
‘Deepesh Ojha is widely recognised for his visionary leadership and strategic thinking. His ability to foresee legal trends and anticipate clients’ needs has consistently placed the firm ahead of the curve.’
‘The practice of Imperial Law Associates stands out due to its unwavering commitment to excellence, innovative approach, and unparalleled dedication to client success.’
‘The individuals at Imperial Law Associates exhibit a profound understanding of the law, coupled with extensive experience in their respective fields. Their deep legal knowledge allows them to provide insightful guidance and craft innovative solutions for complex legal challenges.’
Principaux clients
Now CFO LLC., USA
Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd., India
BioMerieux India Pvt. Ltd., India
Family Health International (FHI360)
DXN Holdings Bhd., Malaysia
Stitching BRAC International, the Netherlands
Res Butler Pty. Ltd., Australia
Kinderpillar Ivy League Kids Pre School-Private Limited, India
Decathlon Se Service Frais Generaux
Benevity Inc.
Bishwokarma Steel Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Ban Labs Pvt. Ltd., India
Httpool Holdings UK Ltd.
Pinstorm Technologies Ltd., India
Ashmavi Nepal, France
Himalaya Global Holdings
Gameloft Limited
OnesphereSDN. BHD.
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted DXN Holdings Bhd., Malaysia in a foreign investment approval process and corporate compliance for establishment of a wholly-owned subsidiary for the operation of a manufacturing plant in Nepal.
- Advised Nippon Paints Holdings Co., Ltd., India regarding market entry for the establishment of subsidiary company through foreign investment in Nepal.
- Advised on matters including franchise, human rights, data protection and privacy, distributorship, foreign exchange regulation and product registration.
Reliance Law Firm
Reliance Law Firm is renowned for its expertise in international and domestic arbitration, as well as foreign investment, infrastructure, banking, taxation, IP and environmental matters. Alongside its lawyers, the firm employs tax experts, chartered accountants and financial experts to ensure the best advice is always at hand. Purna Man Shakya heads the practice alongside Prakrit Shrestha and is well-experienced in commercial, banking and constitutional issues. Shrestha is noted for his expertise in international arbitration, as well as his advisory work in non-contentious matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Purna Man Shakya; Prakrit Shrestha
Les références
‘Prakrit Shrestha has built a tight team of lawyers who are easy to work with and provide great advice on matters of Nepalese law. They embrace technology to facilitate international communication and collaboration between differing legal jurisdictions.’
‘Prakrit Shrestha offers strong commercial and strategic guidance on top of solid legal advice. A great communicator and negotiator.’
Principaux clients
Pfizer (EM Asia) Pvt. Ltd.
Nepal Bytedance India (TikTok)
Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Ltd.
Century Commercial Bank Limited, Nepal
Ncell Axiata Ltd
Nepal SBI Bank Ltd.
Mandu Hydropower Company Limited, Nepal
Tribhuvan International Airport Civil Engineering Department, Civil Aviation Authority Nepal (CAAN), Nepal
Nepal Electricity Authority, Transmission Division
Melamchi Water Supply Development Board, Nepal
Nepal Orind Magnesite Private Limited
DHL Express Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
Bottlers Nepal Ltd. (Coca Cola)
Renegade Nepal Private Limited
Nilgiri Hydropower Company Limited,
Britannia Industries Limited, India
Metropolitan Hotel
Principaux dossiers
- Advised TikTok on the legal compliances under the laws of Nepal to operate the application in Nepal, as well as advising on restrictions on any advertisement content in Nepal and compliances for launching any new services in Nepal.
- Advising TIACAO, an entity under the Civil Aviation Department, regarding an arbitration dispute related to expansion work of International Apron Southside of Bay No.1 at Tribhuvan International Airport against Swachhanda-Khani JV.
- Advising Britannia against the infringement of their trademark in Nepal.
Sinha Verma Law Concern
Sinha Verma Law Concern has been active in Nepal for over six decades, experiencing the changing legal landscape of the Nepal throughout the years. The firm advises on M&A, compliance, taxation, energy, banking aviation and IP law for a wide range of clients, including international and local businesses and professional associations. Mahesh Kumar Thapa heads the practice and acts on major projects concerning hydropower. Rajeshwor Shrestha is also noted for his advisory work in commercial matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mahesh Kumar Thapa
Autres avocats clés:
Rajeshwor Shrestha
Principaux clients
Asian Paints Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
Ncell Axiata Ltd
Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd
Dabur Nepal Pvt. Ltd
GMR Upper Karnali Hydropower Limited
Kuwait Airways
Bottlers Nepal Ltd.
Buddha Air Pvt. Ltd
Whirlpool of India Limited
Soaltee Hotel Ltd
Berger, Johnson & Nicholson(Nepal) Pvt. Ltd
VF Services (Mauritius Pte. Ltd
Perfetti Van Melle Nepal Pvt. Ltd
Himal Power Limited
N.E.V.Nepal Pvt. Ltd