Lira Goswami

Lira Goswami: A Leading Lawyer in International Corporate Law

Experience

Lira Goswami, founder partner, Associated Law Advisers, specializes in international cross border transactions, with a focus on complex and diverse legal issues including mergers and acquisitions and establishment and advice to companies in the manufacturing, food and drug, defence, civil aviation, renewable energy, infrastructure, real estate/construction and other service sectors including project financing etc. Her extensive experience includes advising well-known companies on their acquisitions, divestments, and operations in India. She has also been involved in various high-profile transactions and has a deep understanding of business issues, which enables her to navigate and find solutions for intricate legal matters.

Education & Experience

Lira Goswami completed her graduate degree at Delhi University and her masters degree in law from Columbia University in the City of New York. She has worked in law firms in the US and India. Her strong academic background and practical experience in the US and India haves significantly contributed to her professional success and expertise in the legal field.

Achievements and Recognition

• Leadership Roles: Founding Partner of Associated Law Advisers (ALA) since 1993.
• Industry Rankings: ALA is a leading, full-service law firm providing a full range of legal, regulatory, and tax services to multinational and Indian companies.
• Major Case Successes: Advised several well-known companies in their acquisitions/divestments in India, including Fortune 500 companies. Pioneered foreign investment in India for the first 100% foreign owned seed company, first 100% foreign owned risk management company and first mortgage guarantee company in India. Advised on the privatization of one of India’s largest State-run electricity Boards in a World Bank aided project.
• Contributions to Award-Winning Projects: While specific award-winning projects are not mentioned, her strategic advice and legal services have contributed significantly to the success of her clients.
• Board Membership: Independent Non-Executive Director at Maruti Suzuki Limited and Cummins India Ltd, Non-Executive Director at BlackBerry India Pvt Ltd, and former Member of the Governing Body at Kamala Nehru College.