DLA & Associates

Clear Legal Advice. Commercial Perspective.

Trusted Relationships.

DLA & Associates is a boutique full-service law firm advising domestic and international clients across India and on cross-border matters.

With over three decades of legal and business experience, we deliver practical, business-focused solutions designed to help clients move forward with clarity and confidence.

About the firm

Legal advice aligned with business goals

DLA & Associates combines legal expertise with commercial insight to provide end-to-end support across transactions, projects, disputes and ongoing business operations.

We advise multinational corporations, diversified Indian conglomerates, founders, entrepreneurs, banks, manufacturers and other businesses across sectors including technology, engineering, energy, renewables, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, infrastructure, real estate, manufacturing, agriculture and e-commerce.

Our approach is client-first, outcome-focused and partner-led. We value clear communication, efficient execution and relationships built over time.

Practice areas

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Corporate and Transactional
  • General corporate advisory
  • Corporate governance and board advisory
  • Private equity and venture capital
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Business transfer and divestment transactions
  • AIF incorporation and investment matters
  • Due diligence, including pre-IPO legal due diligence
  • Investment and shareholder agreements
  • Investment and exit structuring
  • Companies Act, FEMA, SEBI and LODR matters
  • Corporate secretarial and regulatory support
  • Consulting general counsel services
Commercial, Projects and Technology
  • EPC and project contracts
  • Commercial and procurement contracts
  • Tender documentation
  • Power purchase agreements
  • Manufacturing and construction contracts
  • Research and development agreements
  • Contract research and manufacturing arrangements
  • Licensing and technology-transfer agreements
  • Supply-chain and procurement advisory
  • Technology, engineering, energy and infrastructure advisory
Banking and Finance
  • Lending documentation
  • Construction finance due diligence
  • Factoring
  • Legal audits
  • Corporate and retail banking advisory
  • Banking litigation and recovery matters
Dispute Resolution
  • Domestic and international arbitration
  • Institutional and ad hoc arbitration
  • Commercial litigation
  • Supreme Court and High Court matters
  • NCLT proceedings
  • Debt recovery and SARFAESI matters
  • Consumer and competition matters
  • White-collar and cyber-related matters
  • Pre-litigation and pre-arbitration advisory
  • International litigation support
Employment and Labour
  • Employment law advisory
  • Statutory compliance
  • Workforce matters
  • Employer-employee relations
  • Ongoing labour and employment support
Intellectual Property
  • Patent, trademark and copyright filing
  • Prosecution in India and internationally
  • Brand protection
  • Anti-counterfeit strategy
  • Enforcement and litigation
  • Civil and criminal remedies
  • Representation before authorities, customs and courts
Infrastructure and Real Estate
  • Land due diligence
  • Construction finance due diligence
  • Conveyancing
  • Transaction support
  • Infrastructure and renewable-energy projects
  • Developer and lender advisory
Regulatory, Privacy and Investigations
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data privacy support
  • Internal investigations
  • Governance and risk advisory
  • Government incentive programme support
  • DPR preparation and approval assistance

Focused on outcomes that matter

How we work

Clear
advice

Complex matters are explained in direct, practical language.

01

Commercial
focus

Legal recommendations are shaped by business priorities and long-term consequences.

02

Responsive
support

Clients receive close attention, continuity and timely communication.

03

Long-term relationships

The firm is built substantially through referrals and trusted professional relationships.

04

Our Team

Leadership

Suprio Dasgupta

Managing Partner

Suprio Dasgupta brings over 31 years of experience across international institutions, academia, in-house legal leadership and law firm practice.

He began his career with the United Nations, moved into academia and subsequently spent over two decades as General Counsel. He now leads DLA & Associates with a strong business-legal perspective, advising clients on corporate transactions, commercial contracts, projects, technology, renewables, infrastructure, real estate, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, banking and board-level matters.

Malasri Dasgupta

Legal Associate - Client Care and Advisory Support

Malasri Dasgupta brings over three decades of professional experience across journalism, television production, corporate communications, editorial leadership and senior stakeholder engagement.

She works at the intersection of communication, strategy and client trust, supporting leadership-facing engagement, research, documentation and the translation of complex information into clear, practical communication.

Her experience includes working with senior management, HR, legal, compliance and business teams in regulated and high-accountability environments where clarity, discretion and precision are essential.

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Business Consulting Experts

Helping business build

Stronger futures

Our dedicated consultants combine industry expertise, strategic thinking, and practical solutions to help businesses thrive.

Michael Anderson
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Lisa Rodriguez
Chief Operating Officer (COO)

David Thompson
Managing Director

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers designed

To support better decisions

Find clear answers to common questions about our services, process, expertise, and business consulting solutions.

We offer a comprehensive range of consulting services, including business strategy development, financial planning, operational improvement, market analysis, growth consulting, organizational transformation, and performance optimization. Our goal is to help businesses identify opportunities, solve challenges, and achieve sustainable growth through practical and data-driven solutions.

Business consulting provides expert insights, objective analysis, and proven strategies to help organizations improve performance, increase profitability, streamline operations, and achieve long-term goals. Whether you're a startup or an established enterprise, consulting can help you make informed decisions and accelerate growth.

We work with businesses of all sizes, from startups and small businesses to mid-sized organizations and large enterprises. Our consulting solutions are tailored to each client's unique challenges, objectives, and growth stage to ensure maximum value and measurable results.

Our process begins with understanding your business, industry, goals, and challenges. We conduct research, analyze performance data, identify opportunities, and develop customized strategies aligned with your objectives. Every recommendation is designed to be practical, actionable, and results-oriented.

The duration of a consulting engagement depends on the scope and complexity of the project. Some projects may take a few weeks, while larger transformation initiatives can span several months. We establish clear timelines, milestones, and deliverables at the beginning of every engagement.

Business Insights & Trends

Expert perspectives

For smarter business growth

Explore actionable insights, proven strategies, and industry trends designed to help businesses achieve sustainable success.

Mala Dasgupta

Legal Associate - Client Care & Advisory Support

Mala Dasgupta brings over three decades of professional experience across journalism, television production, corporate communications, editorial leadership and senior stakeholder engagement.

She works at the intersection of communication, strategy and client trust, supporting leadership-facing engagement, research, documentation and the translation of complex information into clear, practical communication.

Her experience includes working with senior management, HR, legal, compliance and business teams in regulated and high-accountability environments where clarity, discretion and precision are essential.

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Suprio Dasgupta

Managing Partner

Suprio Dasgupta brings over three decades of experience across international institutions, academia, in-house legal leadership and law firm practice.

He began his career with the United Nations, moved into academia and subsequently spent over two decades as General Counsel. He now leads DLA & Associates with a strong business-legal perspective, advising clients on corporate transactions, commercial contracts, projects, technology, renewables, infrastructure, real estate, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, banking and board-level matters.

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