Practice Area
Energy & Infrastructure Lawyers in India
ACM Legal is an energy law firm in India, offering end-to-end legal services tailored to navigate the complexities of project development, financing and operations.
- Our services cover all stages of energy and infrastructure projects, from inception to operation.
- We work closely with our clients to understand their goals and objectives.
- With a keen understanding of the risks inherent in energy and infrastructure projects, we help clients identify, assess and mitigate potential challenges.
Services Offered
From Inception to Operation
Dispute Resolution
Specialised in litigating disputes involving power generation, transmission and distribution projects, including renewable sources such as wind and solar.
Regulatory Compliance
We advise on compliance with regulatory requirements governing the energy and infrastructure sectors — permits, licences, environmental regulations and safety standards.
Complete Due Diligence
We assess the legal and regulatory aspects of projects, helping clients identify and mitigate potential risks before proceeding with transactions or investments.
Risk Strategy & Management
We advise on risk allocation and management, considering the unique features of energy and infrastructure projects so they are executed with minimal disruption.
Drafting & Negotiation
We draft and negotiate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Power Conversion Agreements (PCAs), Concession Agreements, Implementation Agreements and State Support Agreements tailored to specific needs.
Project-Related Arbitration
Handling arbitration between public sector units and contractors over construction and infrastructure disputes, including delays, contract breaches and payment issues.
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Disputes
Expertise in disputes arising from PPP agreements in the infrastructure sector — toll road projects, airport developments and urban infrastructure.
Land Acquisition & Compensation Disputes
Handling disputes related to land acquisition for energy and infrastructure projects, including compensation and resettlement disputes.
Construction & Engineering Disputes
Representation in disputes involving construction defects, engineering malpractice and delays in infrastructure projects.
Why Choose Us
Sector Depth & Experience
Sector-Specific Counsel
We focus on power, renewables, oil & gas and infrastructure, pairing legal work with an understanding of how these projects are financed and built.
Project Lifecycle Coverage
From bidding, concession and power-purchase agreements through construction to operation and enforcement, we support each stage of a project.
Litigation & Arbitration
We represent clients in regulatory, contractual and construction disputes before courts, tribunals and arbitral forums.
Work Highlights
Landmark Projects, Delivered
Arbitration for a Wind Farm Project
We secured a significant arbitration victory for a multinational energy corporation over a wind-farm construction dispute in India. Addressing contractual disputes, project delays and compensation claims, our preparation and advocacy led to an award favouring our client — setting a precedent in the renewable energy sector.
Approvals for a Landmark Transportation Project
We assisted an international infrastructure conglomerate with a major transportation project, overcoming a complex regulatory framework including environmental clearances and land-acquisition laws. Our guidance and negotiation ensured timely acquisition of all necessary permits while risk-management strategies kept the project on track.
Resolution in a High-Profile Real Estate Development
Faced with a deadlock for a multinational construction company over a land-acquisition dispute, we secured agreements on compensation and resettlement with local landowners through strategic negotiation — averting project delays.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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