Kunal Gupta
Partner — White-Collar Crime and ESG investigations
New Delhi, India
Summary
Seasoned white-collar investigations specialist who leads cross-border internal and regulatory investigations, with hands-on experience across fraud, anti-bribery, anti-money-laundering, sanctions and ESG-related misconduct. trilegal+2
Trusted adviser to corporate boards and independent committees: routinely appointed to conduct confidential investigations, design ethics/compliance frameworks and serve in monitorship roles for multilateral development bank sanctions. trilegal+1
Cross-disciplinary background combining experience at global institutions and professional services — including the World Bank, PwC and Grant Thornton — and senior roles at leading Indian law firms, enabling integration of legal, financial and forensic perspectives in investigations. legallyindia+1
Widely recognised in legal rankings and industry lists for investigations and forensic work (Chambers, Who’s Who Legal, Benchmark Litigation, Global Investigations Review's '40 Under 40'), reflecting peer and market recognition of expertise in investigations and compliance. chambers+2
Work
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Writing
India’s top court has left in-house counsel unprotected, external lawyers can help
January 1, 2026Co-authored piece arguing that a Supreme Court decision on attorney-client privilege in India underscores the need for early engagement of external counsel in sensitive investigations.
Authored articles and commentary on investigations and compliance (multiple pieces)
February 1, 2025Contributor of analysis and commentary on investigations, anti-bribery, compliance and ESG topics in industry publications and firm outlets.
Payment of Bribes in the face of Duress and Extortion
January 1, 2022Analysis of a DOJ FCPA Opinion (January 2022) on payments made under duress/extortion, comparison with Indian law (PCA) and practical guidance for companies.