US venture capital firm creates in-house legal department in India with Amarchand hire

US venture capital firm Bessemer Venture Partners has created an in-house legal department in India with the hire of Amarchand Mangaldas principal associate Karan Pahwa. BVP’s general counsel Scott Ring said: “In this role Karan will advise on BVP’s India related transactions and assist BVP's portfolio companies in India with their legal needs.” He added: “India's fast-growing and dynamic economy is a key area of focus for BVP and we look forward to utilising Karan's Indian legal expertise as we continue our investment activities in the country.”

US venture capital firm creates in-house legal department in India with Amarchand hire legallyindia.com Mon, Sep 19, 2011