Become an Insolvency & IBC Lawyer in India
The complete guide to Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code practice in India — CIRP, liquidation, resolution plans, NCLT proceedings, cross-border insolvency, and career roadmap for aspiring IBC lawyers.
Represent financial creditors, operational creditors, or corporate debtors in CIRP proceedings before NCLT. File Section 7, 9, and 10 applications. Manage the insolvency resolution process from admission to resolution plan approval.
Advise resolution applicants on structuring resolution plans under IBC. Draft resolution plans meeting CoC requirements, RFRP conditions, and regulatory approvals. Handle Section 31 NCLT approval proceedings.
Represent liquidators in liquidation proceedings under IBC Chapter III. Handle asset sale processes, claim adjudication, and distribution of proceeds. Advise on waterfall mechanism under Section 53.
Advise banks and NBFCs on IBC strategy for stressed accounts: SARFAESI vs. IBC choice, CoC participation strategy, and voting on resolution plans. Handle Section 29A ineligibility challenges.
Advise on cross-border insolvency matters: recognition of foreign proceedings, UNCITRAL Model Law framework, and coordination between Indian and overseas insolvency proceedings for multinational companies.
Structure out-of-court restructuring through inter-creditor agreements under RBI framework. Advise on NCLT-based pre-packaged insolvency for MSMEs. Handle one-time settlements and debt resolution before formal IBC filing.
| Experience | Tier 1 Law Firm | Mid-Size Firm | In-House / MNC | Govt / PSU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresher / Junior (0-3 yrs) | ₹12L-₹25L | ₹10L-₹20L | ₹8L-₹15L | ₹4L-₹8L |
| Mid-Level (3-7 yrs) | ₹25L-₹60L | ₹20L-₹45L | ₹15L-₹35L | ₹7L-₹15L |
| Senior (7-12 yrs) | ₹55L-₹1.2Cr | ₹40L-₹90L | ₹30L-₹70L | ₹12L-₹25L |
| Partner / IP / GC | ₹1Cr-₹3Cr+ | ₹70L-₹2Cr+ | ₹50L-₹1.5Cr+ | ₹20L-₹45L |
Indicative figures. Actual salaries vary by city, firm reputation, specialisation, and performance. Mumbai/Delhi command a premium.
Study Companies Act 2013, banking law, and contract law deeply. IBC sits at the intersection of corporate law, banking, and litigation. Study the IBC text, IBBI regulations, and landmark Supreme Court IBC judgments from law school itself.
Read the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016 chapter by chapter. Study IBBI regulations: CIRP Regulations, Liquidation Regulations, IP Regulations. Follow NCLT/NCLAT daily orders on SCC Online or IBBI website. IBC law evolves rapidly — stay current.
Target firms with dedicated IBC practices: Cyril Amarchand, AZB, Khaitan, Trilegal, Shardul, J Sagar Associates, Luthra, DSK Legal. Also target standalone IBC boutiques and Insolvency Professionals' practices for unique exposure.
At junior level, research NCLT judgments, draft Section 7/9 applications, prepare CIRP documentation, and assist in CoC meetings. Track every CIRP matter you work on — build knowledge of sectoral patterns in resolution.
Consider pursuing IP (Insolvency Professional) qualification through IBBI-approved insolvency professional agencies. IP qualification enables practice as RP/liquidator — highest-value IBC roles with significant fee income.
Develop sector-specific IBC expertise: real estate CIRP, infrastructure insolvency, MSME pre-packs, or cross-border insolvency. Sector knowledge allows you to handle complex, high-value CIRPs independently.
Partner in IBC/litigation practice at law firm, Insolvency Professional handling CIRPs independently (high IP fees), in-house restructuring counsel at large banks or ARCs, or IBBI/NCLT regulatory career.
End-to-end IBC guide: CIRP process, liquidation, resolution plans, CoC, Section 29A, NCLT practice, and recent amendments. India-focused with real case studies.
Foundational for IBC: loan documentation, SARFAESI enforcement, and lender strategy in stressed assets — essential context for IBC practice.
Resolution plan structuring often involves M&A techniques — acquisition of stressed companies, business transfers, and post-resolution integration.
View Course →NCLT jurisdiction covers both IBC and Companies Act matters — governance knowledge strengthens IBC practice significantly.
View Course →Use AI to research NCLT judgments, draft IBC applications, and track CIRP developments across sectors.
View Course →Cross-border insolvency and resolution plans involving foreign investors require FEMA expertise.
View Course →Day-by-day CIRP compliance checklist: IRP appointment, public announcement, claim verification, CoC formation, and resolution plan milestones.
Access Free →Plain-English guide to Section 29A disqualifications for resolution applicants — connected persons, NPA promoters, and NCLT waiver jurisprudence.
Access Free →Find your ideal IBC, restructuring, or banking law specialisation in 5 minutes.
Access Free →Template for CoC meeting agendas including voting procedures, information memorandum review, and resolution plan evaluation framework.
Access Free →Visual guide to Section 53 liquidation waterfall — priority of claims from CIRP costs to equity shareholders.
Access Free →One-page visual roadmap from law school to Insolvency Professional or IBC Partner.
Access Free →The most authoritative Indian IBC commentary — comprehensive section-by-section analysis with landmark NCLT/Supreme Court cases.
Accessible guide to IBC framework, CIRP procedure, and liquidation process — ideal starting point for IBC beginners.
Detailed guide to NCLT jurisdiction, procedure, and practice under both Companies Act and IBC.
International framework for cross-border insolvency — relevant as India moves towards UNCITRAL Model Law adoption.
Official IBBI regulatory texts — CIRP Regulations, Liquidation Regulations, IP Regulations — essential reference for practising IBC lawyers.
Draft Section 7/9 applications, summarise NCLT orders, research IBC amendments, and prepare CoC meeting documentation faster.
Upload NCLT judgment databases and IBBI circulars to query specific CIRP compliance requirements and resolution plan conditions.
Track live NCLT/NCLAT orders, major CIRP admissions, resolution plan approvals, and IBC amendment developments in real time.
Official IBBI database for CIRP/liquidation status, IP registry, and IBBI circulars — essential daily reference for IBC lawyers.
Semantic search for NCLT, NCLAT, and Supreme Court IBC judgments — the largest collection of IBC case law in India.
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co, Trilegal, Shardul, J Sagar Associates, Luthra & Luthra — all have strong IBC/restructuring practices. Apply 4-6 months in advance.
View Openings →Standalone IBC-focused practices and Insolvency Professional offices offer deep IBC exposure — often more hands-on than large firms for junior lawyers.
View Openings →Asset Reconstruction Companies (Edelweiss ARC, JM Financial ARC, Arcil) — strong exposure to SARFAESI and IBC from lender perspective.
View Openings →Internship/training opportunities at IBBI (Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India) and NCLT registry — unique regulatory/judicial perspective on IBC.
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Best for:
Litigation-minded lawyers with strong commercial acumen who thrive in adversarial, time-pressured proceedings and want to work at the frontier of India's evolving insolvency law — combining courtroom advocacy with complex financial restructuring.
Consider another path if:
You prefer transactional document drafting without litigation, find distressed situations emotionally difficult, or want predictable hours. Consider Banking & Finance Law or Corporate Governance for less adversarial corporate law careers.
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