Unparalleled Indian expertise
Our New Zealand–India Business Desk helps businesses and investors make the most of opportunities between the two countries. What makes our team unique is the blend of New Zealand–qualified and Indian–qualified corporate lawyers working together — giving you trusted legal expertise on both sides of the deal.
From US and European capital to Australasian ambition.
Our India–qualified lawyers have in-depth experience advising US and European corporates and private equity funds on investments, joint ventures and other cross-border transactions involving the Indian market.
We now bring that expertise to Australasian businesses looking to enter the ultimate global market — anchoring a multi-trillion-dollar economy powered by 1.4 billion consumers.
New Zealand businesses expanding into India
We work with New Zealand businesses looking to invest and build commercial opportunities in India. Entering a new market is exciting, but it comes with real complexity — finding the right local partner, identifying the best structure for your business, and understanding Indian foreign-exchange limitations and the legal and governance system. That's where we come in.
Our New Zealand–based, Indian–qualified lawyers bring deep, hands-on corporate and commercial law expertise from India. With a combined 20 years' experience on top-end cross-border transactions — mergers and acquisitions, private equity deals, complex shareholder arrangements, joint ventures, commercial contracts and legal due diligence — we know what it takes to get deals done. We'll be your New Zealand–based point of contact, your trusted Indian-law experts and pathfinder, and, where needed, your coordinators with local advisors on the ground.
We help you approach opportunities in India with clarity, confidence, appropriate risk management and practical advice tailored to your goals.
Indian businesses investing in New Zealand
We work with Indian businesses, investors and conglomerates seeking to invest, acquire or establish a commercial presence in New Zealand.
Our team brings together New Zealand–qualified and Indian–qualified lawyers, combining local expertise in both markets to give you the best of both worlds. With a combined 30 years' on-the-ground experience, we understand the needs of an Indian investor while knowing the complexities of the New Zealand market.
Our New Zealand–based, Indian–qualified lawyers bring deep, hands-on experience working with some of the largest Indian conglomerates, corporates and founders. Combined with a nuanced understanding of Indian business culture, commercial practices and investment dynamics, we help bridge the gap between New Zealand and India with practical, commercially focused advice.
We help you approach opportunities in New Zealand with clarity, confidence, appropriate risk management and practical advice tailored to your goals.
Our Expertise
Joshua founded JW Legal and leads its corporate and commercial practice, advising founders and boards on mergers, capital raising and the agreements that hold a deal together. He oversees the India Business Desk as your senior point of accountability on every matter.
Srijanee is an Indian–qualified lawyer based in New Zealand, holding a current Indian practising certificate. She advises on cross-border transactions between the two markets — structuring, due diligence and shareholder arrangements — drawing on top-end corporate and M&A experience in India.
Gahana is an Indian–qualified lawyer based in New Zealand with a current Indian practising certificate. She advises on investments, joint ventures and governance across the India–New Zealand corridor, helping clients meet local requirements while keeping a single, NZ-based point of contact.
Considering an opportunity between New Zealand and India?
We offer an initial discovery call to discuss your business's legal needs. Choose a time that suits you and we'll take it from there.
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