Foley Hoag Named Among Top Foreign Law Firms for India-Related Work by India Business Law Journal
Foley Hoag has once again secured a spot in the India Business Law Journal rankings of top foreign law firms engaged in India-related legal matters. This inclusion marks the sixteenth year that the firm has appeared on the prestigious annual list, which has now reached its twentieth edition.
What Happened
The India Business Law Journal released its twentieth edition of the Top Foreign Law Firms report, which evaluates international firms on their engagement and commitment to the Indian legal market. In this edition, Foley Hoag was recognized under the “Firms to Watch” category.
The evaluation and ranking process takes into account international law firms’ ongoing operations and casework in India, alongside feedback gathered through consultations with corporate in-house counsel and Indian law firms.
Key Highlights
- Sixteen Years on the List: Foley Hoag has now been featured on the Top Foreign Law Firms list for 16 years.
- Category Placement: The firm was listed within the “Firms to Watch” category of the twentieth edition report.
- State Representation: The firm is actively representing the Republic of India in an ongoing UNCITRAL investment arbitration brought by Maxis Communications and Global Communication Services.
- Private Capital Advisory: Foley Hoag’s private capital group regularly advises multiple investors holding assets in India.
- Report Methodology: Rankings are determined through an assessment of direct activity in India and discussions with domestic Indian law firms and in-house legal counsel.
Why This Matters
The ranking reflects ongoing cross-border legal engagement and advisory work connected to India. Foreign law firms featured in the report are evaluated specifically for their track record in handling complex disputes and advisory mandates, such as state-level international arbitration and cross-border investment activity.
What to Watch Next
Foley Hoag continues its legal representation of the Republic of India in the ongoing UNCITRAL investment arbitration matter involving Maxis Communications and Global Communication Services, alongside its continued private capital advisory work for investors with Indian holdings.
Frequently Asked Questions
In which category was Foley Hoag recognized?
Foley Hoag was included under the “Firms to Watch” category in the twentieth edition of the Top Foreign Law Firms report.
How long has Foley Hoag been included in these rankings?
This year marks the sixteenth year that Foley Hoag has been included in the India Business Law Journal rankings.
How are the law firms evaluated for the report?
The rankings are based on the firms’ active engagements in India and consultations conducted with in-house counsel and Indian law firms.
Source: Information provided via Foley Hoag and India Business Law Journal.