Nishith Desai Associates

Nishith Desai Associates is a renowned international law firm founded in 1984, with its headquarters in India and multiple offices across the globe, including locations in Mumbai, Palo Alto (Silicon Valley), Bangalore, Singapore, New Delhi, Munich, and New York. The firm has positioned itself as a pioneer in the legal industry, focusing on providing innovative and strategic advice for companies conducting business in India and Indian enterprises expanding internationally. Known for its research and strategy-driven approach, Nishith Desai Associates is recognized for its expertise in futuristic areas of law, including Blockchain, Internet of Things (IOT), Artificial Intelligence, and other emerging technologies. The firm's clientele comprises marquee Fortune 500 corporations, and it has been consistently recognized as one of the Most Innovative Law Firms globally, receiving the Financial Times – RSG award four times in a row (2014-2017). Nishith Desai Associates prides itself on its unique organizational culture, described as trust-based, non-hierarchical, and democratic. The firm leverages research and knowledge to deliver extraordinary value to its clients, emphasizing its employer proposition, Datum, which has been published as a global case study titled ‘Management by Trust in a Democratic Enterprise’ by John Wiley & Sons, USA. The firm's forward-thinking and strategic approach, coupled with its extensive expertise in navigating India’s regulatory environment, positions Nishith Desai Associates as a go-to specialist for companies seeking legal, regulatory, and tax-related advice in the Indian market and beyond. For more information, visit www.nishithdesai.com.