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Axon Partners LLP
Established in 2009, Axon Partners LLP (“AXON”) is a premier full-service law firm known for its extensive range of legal services and exceptional client representation. Our firm has a recognised national presence, with a dedicated team of Advocates ensuring top-tier advisory and representation across various legal domains. AXON’s expertise spans Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, including domestic and international arbitration, tax litigation, corporate and commercial litigation, and industrial and employment litigation.

AXON has extensive experience in handling complex cross-border and international commercial arbitration matters. Our firm has successfully represented clients in high-stakes arbitration proceedings across various international forums, including the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) and the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC). We have navigated disputes involving major global corporations and public sector undertakings, addressing issues ranging from breach of contracts and enforcement of guarantees to intricate commercial disagreements.

Our team excels in providing strategic advice and robust representation in international arbitrations, ensuring that our clients’ interests are protected in every aspect of the arbitration process. We have a proven track record of obtaining favourable outcomes, including the enforcement of arbitration awards in different jurisdictions. Our expertise spans various industries, including pharmaceuticals, energy, construction, and finance, allowing us to deliver specialized legal solutions tailored to the specific needs of each case.

AXON has a robust portfolio of representations in domestic litigation and arbitration, showcasing its extensive expertise across various sectors. We have successfully represented leading manufacturer and supplier of polyester in an insurance arbitration, addressing disputes under a consequential loss of profit policy. Our firm has represented India’s largest steel company in arbitration against a public transport corporation, stemming from a tender for laying bus shelters in Delhi. Additionally, we are also engaged in arbitration related to coal matters.

In a significant case involving claims exceeding Rs.1600 Crores (GBP 177 million), we have represented a coal company against a state power corporation. Our experience also includes representing various clients in arbitration matters before the Supreme Court and High Court, particularly on issues related to the enforcement of arbitration awards and disputes over arbitration agreements. Notable cases include representation of a private steel company and a power generation company, highlighting our proficiency in navigating complex arbitration scenarios at the highest judicial levels in India.

AXON has a distinguished record of representing clients in high-stakes litigation before the Supreme Court and High Courts of India. We have also appeared before a Constitutional Bench of nine judges to address the constitutional validity of entry taxes on inter-state sales of goods, highlighting our involvement in landmark constitutional cases.

AXON has extensive experience in handling complex cases related to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and various white-collar and economic offenses. We have represented numerous high-profile clients in challenging the constitutional validity of several provisions of the PMLA before High Courts. Our firm has successfully contested provisional attachment orders and has defended the rights of promoters and key stakeholders in significant corporate entities.

Our representation includes appearing before appellate tribunals and High Courts, where we have successfully argued cases involving the attachment of assets and allegations arising from the PMLA. We have also been involved in high-stakes litigation for leading companies in the power and infrastructure sectors, addressing critical issues under the PMLA.

Axon Partners has a leading practice in intellectual property (IP) law and have successfully handled cases involving alleged trademark infringement for leading cosmetic goods manufacturers, ensuring the protection of their brand identity. Our expertise extends to high-stakes public interest litigation, where we have enforced provisions in the Patent Act, particularly the requirement for patent holders to demonstrate the use of their patents.

In environmental matters, we have successfully argued to prevent the cancellation of lands allotted to a renowned energy resources institute and have been involved in a landmark case concerning the renewal of mining leases in the ecologically sensitive Aravali Hills region.

AXON has also been active in constitutional litigation, challenging the validity of recent amendments in laws such as the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code and the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

AXON has represented multiple construction companies before various tribunals and commissions. We have also appeared for a major consumer company in connection with setting aside complaints regarding its product before the State Commission and successfully defended an application for summoning the brand ambassador, a leading Bollywood actor. We have also appeared in various electricity tariff matters before the Supreme Court as well as Electricity Tribunals.

AXON has significant experience in insolvency and company restructuring matters, representing clients before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and other forums. We have provided legal support to leading hotel conglomerates and infrastructure finance companies in initiating and navigating insolvency proceedings.

AXON boasts extensive expertise in corporate transactions and advisory services. Our team has a proven track record of acting as the sole legal counsel for major corporate clients in high-value bond offerings, demonstrating our ability to navigate complex financial instruments and capital market transactions. Additionally, we have successfully managed initial public offerings (IPOs) for prominent banking institutions, providing comprehensive legal support from inception through to the public listing.

Our advisory services extend to a wide range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring. We offer strategic advice that aligns with our clients’ business goals, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and optimizing transaction outcomes. Our in-depth understanding of corporate law, combined with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, enables us to deliver tailored solutions that drive business growth and efficiency.