
Kalpit Khandelwal
Partner — Mergers & Acquisitions, Aekom Legal
New Delhi, India
Joined March 2026
Summary
Mergers & acquisitions and transaction-focused corporate lawyer with a strong insolvency practice — routinely advises on deal structuring, acquisitions of stressed assets under the IBC, due diligence and negotiation of transaction documentation. aekomlegal+2
Career progression from Vaish Associates to a founding partner role at Aekom Legal — part of a breakaway team that launched Aekom in 2022 and now leads the firm's M&A practice. law+2
Credibly credentialed: a law graduate who is an associate member of ICSI, a gold‑medallist MSc/Master's in Business Laws from NLSIU and holder of a postgraduate diploma in Securities Law. aekomlegal+1
Recognised as a notable young lawyer in India — listed among industry award and 'future legal leaders' mentions highlighting his profile in the India legal market. legalbusinessonline+2