Clarity. Balance. Excellence.
Clarity. Balance. Excellence.
The Equilibria Difference
Equilibria Law is a strategy-first competition and litigation boutique built for the digital age.
Tech-Led Efficiency: By integrating proprietary AI workflows for research and drafting, we deliver Tier-1 depth at significantly lower costs. We do not bill for inefficiency.
Strategic Clarity: We filter the noise. Our counsel is lean, precise, and focused on the business outcome, not just the legal process.
Aligned Action: We view legal disputes through a long-term lens. We help clients pursue strategies that minimize friction and align with their enduring reputation.
A note from the Founder
For over a decade, I navigated the highest levels of India’s legal landscape - leading mandates as a Partner at AZB & Partners, advising the Tata Group, and partnering with global firms.
Yet, I observed a growing paradox: as the pace of legal practice accelerated, clarity often diminished. The focus shifted from solving the true problem to merely processing the transaction.
Equilibria Law bridges that gap.
My practice is built on the conviction that the most effective counsel comes from a disciplined, balanced mind. We integrate Tier-1 expertise with a philosophy of "Aligned Action" - advising with uncompromising integrity and a focus on long-term resolution rather than short-term friction.
We leverage advanced legal technology to filter the noise, allowing us to focus entirely on your strategy. This is my answer to the question: What happens when a lawyer stops merely processing mandates and starts truly solving for the client?
I invite you to experience that clarity.
Gaurav Bansal
Former Partner, AZB & Partners | Ex - Tata Group Legal | Ex - Khaitan & Co.
With over 13 years of experience advising GCs and Boards, Gaurav is recognised for his expertise in competition and corporate law, appellate advocacy, and regulatory strategy. Gaurav has been recognised as a ‘rising star’by Legal 500, and a ‘notable practitioner’ by IFLR1000.
Our Services
Competition Law & Merger Control: We manage complex Form I and II merger filings and provide strategic defence in cartel and abuse of dominance investigations before the CCI, NCLAT, and Supreme Court.
Data Privacy & Digital Economy: We offer end-to-end counsel on DPDP Act readiness and advising on the legal intersection of digital platforms and AI governance frameworks.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Our practice focuses on appellate advocacy before the High Courts and the Supreme Court, handling regulatory tribunal matters (like NCLAT), as well as domestic and international arbitration.
Corporate & Strategic Advisory: We provide clear, commercially grounded advice on joint ventures, corporate governance, and complex negotiations.
Tata Group / Air India & Vistara: Led competition strategy and filings for the historic consolidation of the Indian aviation sector (Air India acquisition & Vistara merger).
Reliance Industries & Jio Platforms: Advised on competition filings for marquee investments by Facebook, Google, and global private equity funds.
L&T / Mindtree: Led the complex CCI filing and multi-jurisdictional assessment for India’s first hostile takeover in the IT sector.
Global M&A: Counsel for Vista - Elliot / Citrix and EQT / BPEA. Secured Phase I approval for the Sinochem / ChemChina mega-merger, avoiding Phase II scrutiny.
Representative Matters
Supreme Court & High Court: Counsel for Tata Motors & Mercedes Benz in landmark proceedings concerning abuse of dominance in the auto-parts aftermarket.
Successfully defended Warburg Pincus in "gun-jumping" proceedings before the CCI regarding its investment in Bharti Telemedia.
Appellate Victory: Successfully secured relief for SKF and Tata Motors before the CCI and NCLAT in abuse of dominance proceedings.
Handled whistleblower complaints, internal audits, and leniency strategy for large multinational clients.
Assisted Tata Group in the writ proceedings filed by Subramanian Swamy before Delhi High Court that challenged the FDI policy in relation to its Aviation joint ventures.
Thought Leadership
Deciphering the competition landscape
Gaurav Bansal discusses the evolving regulatory framework and its impact on digital markets on CNBC TV18.
The Future of Legal Practice
A deep dive with Jindal Global Law School on the intersection of AI, strategy, and the changing role of independent counsel.
Office: B-267, Greater Kailash-1, New Delhi 110048.
E-mail: gauravbansal@equilibrialaw.in