RGNUL Financial and Mercantile Law Review in collaboration with Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co., proudly hosted the 4th RGNUL-SAM Conclave Expert panel Discussion on November 9th 2024. This year’s conclave showcased a remarkable standard of discussion and thought leadership on 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐜𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐬.
 

About Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM & Co):

 

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM & Co) is among the leading full-service law firms in India. With over 732 lawyers and 140 partners spread across offices in seven locations in India, it is one of India’s biggest and most reputed law firms. The firm offers solutions across diverse practice areas for industries, the central government and states, regulatory bodies, industry chambers, and non-profit organizations. It represents major transnational corporates on their India entry and business strategy. The firm is known globally for its exceptional dispute resolution & arbitration, mergers & acquisitions, tax, competition law, regulatory litigation, capital markets, and private equity practices.

 

A multitude of teams work closely with each other and provide advice to clients on every aspect of their business, from entry strategies and complex tax-efficient structuring to divestitures and exits. It also includes engagements regarding complicated mergers, acquisitions, private equity transactions, takeover codes, corporate governance, and employee-related matters. Over the years, SAM & Co has given effect to various complex and seminal deals and has consistently been awarded for the same. The firm has been ranked #1 in deal count, closing 142 deals worth over USD 34 billion, by Merger Market India League Tables 2022, and nine of its practice areas have been ranked as ‘Band 1’ by the Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific Guide 2023. The firm has also been recognized as one of the Best Overall Law Firms by the India Business Law Journal, 2022.

 

The Event:

 

The Conclave opened with the Expert Panel Discussion led by distinguished experts, including Mr. Saurav Panda, Mr. Vaijayant Paliwal, Mr. Sagar Dhawan, Mr. Pratik Datta, and Mr. Navneet Gupta. Together, they shared invaluable perspectives on the evolving challenges and innovations in the field of insolvency and bankruptcy law in India, offering insights grounded in both practice and policy. The Expert Panel Discussion provided an enriching environment for knowledge exchange between legal practitioners, academics, and students, highlighting the critical importance of dialogue in understanding and shaping insolvency and bankruptcy law in India.The second day marked the paper presentations along with the valedictory ceremony.

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Paper Presentation:

 

For the Paper Presentation, the Editorial Board had invited submissions from law students, academicians, working professionals, and research scholars aimed at contributing to the discourse around the emerging trends and practical issues in banking and finance in India, through an exhaustive list of sub-themes. Research proposals were also allowed to be submitted by individuals interested in writing on issues beyond the given sub-themes but falling within the ambit of the larger debate. Entries were then shortlisted, and the authors were invited to present their research to our panel of experts who judged these entries.

 

Among all the papers presented during the Paper Presentation Session on 10th November, the first position was secured by Ms. Kim Korwani, a 4th year student from Institute of Law, Nirma University for her Article on the topic “Supporting Guarantees and Corporate Insolvencies: IBBI’s Proposed Overhaul and a Comparative Exploration of Global Insolvency Paradigms”. Whereas, the 1st Runners up rank was bagged by Mr. Souhardya Roy and Mr. Vishal Myneni, 3rd year students from West Bengal National University Of Juridical Sciences, for their Article on the topic “Reimagining the IBC: Prioritising Environmental Claims in India’s Corporate Insolvency and Bankruptcy Framework”.Finally, the 2nd Runners up were Mr. Yash Arjariya and Mr. Aishwarya Tiwari, 4th year students from Hidayatullah National Law University for their Article on the topic “Navigating Crypto Exchange Bankruptcies: Practical Guide to Asset Segregation and Valuation”.

Among all the papers presented in the Conclave, the top three have been awarded Certificates of Merit. The authors of the top entry have been rewarded with an internship opportunity at SAM & Co, along with a cash prize. Additionally, after a comprehensive review of the papers shortlisted for presentation, the Editorial Board will be publishing a compilation of the best entries.

 

Expert Panel Discussion:

 

The 4th RGNUL-SAM Conclave commenced with an enlightening Expert Panel Discussion, featuring an illustrious lineup of distinguished speakers who are pioneers in the field of insolvency and bankruptcy law.

The panel included:

• Mr. Saurav Panda

• Mr. Vaijayant Paliwal

• Mr. Sagar Dhawan

• Mr. Pratik Datta

• Mr. Navneet Gupta
   

These experts shared their invaluable perspectives on the evolving challenges and innovations in insolvency and bankruptcy law in India, providing an engaging mix of practical insights and policy-oriented analysis. From emerging global trends to the nuances of domestic legal frameworks, the discussion created an enriching platform for legal practitioners, academics, and students alike. The session underscored the critical role of collaborative dialogue in navigating the complexities of insolvency and bankruptcy laws and highlighted the interplay of practice, policy, and academia in shaping this ever-evolving field. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. for their steadfast support and contributions, which were instrumental in the success of the event. We also thank all participants for their enthusiastic engagement, which set an exceptional standard for discourse and further elevated the conversation on these critical legal topics. The 4th RGNUL-SAM Conclave reaffirms the importance of collective learning and exchange of ideas in driving innovation and excellence in legal academia and practice.