We advise UK and Irish companies, investors and law firms on entering India, acquiring Indian businesses and resolving India-related disputes. The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement came into force on 15 July 2026 and is changing how UK businesses trade with and invest in India.
Who we act for
UK and Irish corporates, London law firms, UK-listed groups with Indian subsidiaries, and investors.
Inbound
- Subsidiary set-up and market entry
- Acquisitions and joint ventures in India
- Employment of staff in India and secondments from the UK
- Data protection compliance for UK businesses processing Indian personal data
- Use of tariff preferences and services commitments under the India-UK agreement
- Enforcement in India of English judgments and London-seated awards
Outbound
- Overseas investment by Indian groups into the UK
- Tariff and rules-of-origin planning for Indian exporters to the UK
Current position
India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement in force from 15 July 2026. The United Kingdom is a reciprocating territory, so English money judgments can be executed in India as decrees. Position as of [date].
Packaged offerings
India Entry Pack
A single engagement covering everything a foreign company needs to start operating in India through a subsidiary.
Global Capability Centre Launch
Legal set-up for a captive technology, engineering or shared services centre in India.
DPDP Readiness for Foreign Businesses
A fixed-scope assessment and remediation plan for foreign businesses that process personal data of individuals in India.
Award and Judgment Enforcement in India
An initial assessment of whether and how a foreign award or judgment can be enforced against assets in India, followed by enforcement proceedings if you instruct us.
Outbound Investment Pack for Indian Groups
The Indian-law side of an Indian company’s investment abroad, coordinated with independent local counsel in the target country.
Your contact
[Name], [Designation]. [Email]. Available in UK business hours.