Lexis Nexis’s The Law of Partnership in India by S T Desai – 8th Edition 2020.

The Law of Partnership in India occupies a place of unrivaled distinction in corporate and commercial law literature. Originally penned by the Late Justice S T Desai—the first Chief Justice of Gujarat and an eminent Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court—this treatise has guided Indian jurisprudence on partnerships for over eight decades. This 8th Edition (2020), published by LexisNexis, maintains the rigorous analytical standards of the original while meticulously updating the text to reflect contemporary legislative and judicial developments.

Key Features of the 8th Edition

This commentary is not merely a reproduction of the Indian Partnership Act; it is a critical, deeply insightful analysis of how the law is applied in practice.

• Unique Procedural Section: Distinguishing itself from other commentaries, this book includes a separate, highly detailed section dedicated entirely to the procedural aspects of Partnership Law—an invaluable resource for active litigators.

• Judicial Appraisal: Focuses on the evolution of partnership law through the lens of the courts. It contains a critical appraisal of landmark judgments from the Supreme Court and High Courts that have actively led to changes in the legal position.

• Emerging Commercial Issues: Addresses modern complexities in partnership structures, dissolution disputes, liability of incoming/outgoing partners, and the intersection of partnership law with other corporate frameworks.

• Authoritative Legacy: Recognized across Indian courts as a highly persuasive text, frequently cited by judges and senior advocates alike.

Who Should Buy This Book?

• Corporate & Commercial Litigators: A mandatory desk reference for drafting partnership deeds, managing dissolution litigation, and navigating the procedural nuances of partnership disputes.

• The Judiciary & Arbitrators: An authoritative source for resolving complex questions regarding partner liabilities, asset distribution, and fiduciary duties.

• Law Firms & In-House Counsel: Essential for structuring joint ventures, advising firm partners on their legal standing, and handling firm reconstitutions.

• Law Students & Academicians: The gold standard text for mastering the foundational principles and historical development of Indian Partnership Law.

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