Litigation Practice
LON&N offers a comprehensive suite of litigation and dispute resolution services, leveraging our deep understanding of Indian law and a proven track record of success in complex and high-stakes matters. Our Expertise:

• Corporate Litigation:
  • Control Contests: We have spearheaded numerous high-profile corporate control battles in India, guiding clients through complex strategic maneuvers, including:
    • Board Control & Management: Advising on board composition, dynamics, and governance in hostile takeover scenarios.
    • Shareholder Activism: Orchestrating concerted shareholder action, including public and private campaigns, to achieve desired corporate outcomes.
    • Strategic Litigation: Employing litigation strategically to advance corporate objectives, including shareholder derivative suits and other legal actions before the Company Law Board and other relevant Indian tribunals.
    • Integrated Approach: Seamlessly integrating corporate and litigation strategies to navigate challenging environments and achieve client goals in the Indian context.
  • Hostile Takeovers & Defense: We provide comprehensive support in both offensive and defensive takeover situations, including:
    • Developing and executing winning takeover strategies.
    • Advising on board representation and defense tactics.
    • Managing complex stakeholder relationships, including employees and unions.
    • Navigating regulatory hurdles and securing necessary approvals from Indian authorities.
• General Civil & Criminal Litigation:
  • Full-Service Litigation: We handle a wide range of civil and criminal matters in India, including:
    • Arbitration & Mediation: Representing clients in domestic and international arbitrations under leading institutional rules (ICC, LCIA, etc.).
    • Commercial Litigation: Representing clients in all levels of courts across India, including the Supreme Court and High Courts, in complex commercial disputes.
    • White-Collar Crime: Defending clients in corporate fraud, financial crimes, and other white-collar matters in India.
    • Real Estate & Property Disputes: Advising on and resolving complex property and real estate disputes in India.
    • Employment Law: Representing clients in all aspects of employment law in India, including labor disputes, discrimination claims, and workplace safety issues.
  • Government Enforcement: We have extensive experience defending clients in government investigations and enforcement actions across various sectors in India, including:
    • Companies Act: Navigating complex regulatory issues and defending against enforcement actions under the Companies Act in India.
    • Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA): Advising on and defending against FEMA violations in India.
    • Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI): Representing clients in SEBI investigations and enforcement proceedings in India.
    • Environmental Law: Advising on environmental compliance and defending against environmental enforcement actions in India.
• Indirect Taxes:
  • Comprehensive Tax Advice: We provide comprehensive advice and representation on all aspects of indirect taxes in India, including:
    • Excise Duty, Central & State Sales Tax, Service Tax, and Customs Duties: Advising on tax obligations, conducting tax audits, and representing clients in tax disputes in India.
    • Tax Litigation: Representing clients before tax authorities, tribunals, and courts at all levels in India.
    • Tax Controversy Management: Developing and implementing strategies to minimize tax liabilities and resolve tax disputes efficiently and effectively in India.