Mastering business law goes beyond the classroom. This ultimate list features essential books every law student needs to build a strong foundation and succeed.
Avtar Singh’s Company Law
by Siddharth Raja, Dharmendra Chatur, Saranya Mishra
This edition of Avtar Singh’s Company Law incorporates key updates reflecting the 2019, 2020, and 2021 amendments to the Companies Act, 2013, along with important judicial precedents from the NCLT, NCLAT, High Courts, and the Supreme Court. The book has been reorganized for better flow, presenting legal principles, statutes, and case law in a clearer sequence. A new chapter on “Winding Up” simplifies the understanding of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law. The detailed introduction and comprehensive explanations make complex concepts accessible. Essential for law students, practitioners, CAs, company secretaries, judges, and in-house counsel, this book remains an invaluable resource in the field of company law.
Banking and Negotiable Instruments
by Avtar Singh
Banking and Negotiable Instruments by Dr. Avtar Singh is a thorough and updated text that covers key areas of banking law and negotiable instruments. The book is structured in three parts: the first focuses on general principles of banking law, the second examines the legal framework under the DRT and SARFAESI Acts, and the third deals with negotiable instruments in depth. It also discusses the impact of the Negotiable Instruments (Amendment) Act, 2018, and incorporates the latest rulings from the Supreme Court and High Courts. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book is valuable for LL.B. and LL.M. students, bankers, legal practitioners, financial institutions, and business professionals. It is also highly useful for those preparing for banking exams like the IBPS, JAIIB, and CAIIB.
Avtar Singh’s Negotiable Instruments: An Introduction
by Deepa Paturkar
Banking and Negotiable Instruments by Dr. Avtar Singh is a thorough and updated text that covers key areas of banking law and negotiable instruments. The book is structured in three parts: the first focuses on general principles of banking law, the second examines the legal framework under the DRT and SARFAESI Acts, and the third deals with negotiable instruments in depth. It also discusses the impact of the Negotiable Instruments (Amendment) Act, 2018, and incorporates the latest rulings from the Supreme Court and High Courts. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book is valuable for LL.B. and LL.M. students, bankers, legal practitioners, financial institutions, and business professionals. It is also highly useful for those preparing for banking exams like the IBPS, JAIIB, and CAIIB.
Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract & Specific Relief
by Rajesh Kapoor
Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract and Specific Relief is a leading text, known for its clarity and practical approach to contract law. The 13th edition, revised by Prof. Rajesh Kapoor, includes key updates like the Specific Relief (Amendment) Act, 2018, which made specific performance a general rule and introduced substituted performance and expert involvement in court proceedings.
This edition also features a chapter-wise list of selected legal articles, accessible via SCC Online™ Web Edition. Widely read by students, lawyers, judges, and scholars, the book remains an essential resource for understanding both foundational and evolving areas of contract law.
Avtar Singh’s Competition Law
by Neha Vyas
Dr. Avtar Singh’s Competition Law, thoroughly revised by Dr. Neha Vyas, is a timely and essential update in light of recent developments in competition law and policy. This edition captures all major statutory amendments and landmark case law, with outdated provisions removed and content reorganized for better clarity.
The book reflects the sweeping changes introduced by the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023, which aligns Indian competition law with global standards. Key updates include the deal value threshold for M&A filings, faster review timelines, expanded definitions of anti-competitive agreements, provisions for hub-and-spoke cartels, and penalties based on global turnover.
Avtar Singh’s Insurance Law
by A.V. Narsimha Rao
This Fourth Edition provides a clear and comprehensive overview of insurance law, covering general principles and specialized types such as life, fire, marine, and accident insurance. It combines statutory law, key case law, doctrines, and industry practices, along with insights into consumer protection and regulatory frameworks.
The book features in-depth coverage of IRDAI’s powers, statutory regulations, and dispute resolution mechanisms, including ADR and the Insurance Ombudsman. Designed to be cross-referenced, exam-ready, and practice-oriented, it is an essential resource for students, professionals, and academics alike.
Intellectual Property
by Elizabeth Verkey and Jithin Saji Isaac
Intellectual Property Law governs the protection of creativity, playing a crucial role in modern society. This revised edition updates key Indian and international case laws, including landmark judgments like Britannia Industries Ltd v. ITC Ltd. and Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha v. Prius Auto Industries Ltd.. It also incorporates the latest Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021, keeping readers informed of recent legal developments.
The book blends legislative interpretation with practical case analysis, making it valuable for practitioners, students, and creators. We thank our legal team, mentors, and publishers for their support in completing this edition.
Law of Partnership along with Limited Liability Partnership
by Avtar Singh
The 4th Edition (2012) of Law of Partnership (Principles, Practice & Taxation) by Avtar Singh is a thoroughly revised and updated work reflecting the impact of the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Act, 2008. The book covers the law comprehensively, incorporating the latest statutes, case laws, and even relevant foreign judgments.
Divided into clear sections—General Partnership, Practice Notes, Taxation, LLP Act, and useful appendices with state rules and deed formats—this book is written in a clear, accessible style.
Ideal for LL.B and LL.M students, researchers, academicians, judges, lawyers, and accounting professionals, it addresses the growing shift toward LLPs in legal and accounting firms. This edition is a valuable addition to any legal library.
Avtar Singh’s Business Law
by Varun Malik
Avtar Singh’s Business Law provides a clear and concise introduction to six core areas of commercial law, including Contract Law, Sale of Goods, Partnership and LLP, Company Law, Intellectual Property, and Competition Law. Though each domain is distinct, the book skillfully presents their interconnections to offer a comprehensive overview.
This updated edition reflects key amendments, such as changes to the LLP Act (2021), Companies Act (2018–2020), and IP laws under the Commercial Courts Act, 2015. Recent judgments from the Supreme Court and High Courts are also incorporated.
Avtar Singh’s Law of Arbitration and Conciliation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Systems
by Saurabh Bindal
Dr. Avtar Singh’s Law of Arbitration and Conciliation, revised by Saurabh Bindal, offers a comprehensive overview of arbitration law in India—from the Arbitration Act of 1940 to the present framework under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The book thoroughly examines the major amendments of 2015, 2019, and 2021, which aimed to make arbitration more efficient, reduce court intervention, and strengthen institutional arbitration in India. Key updates include timelines for proceedings, interim relief in foreign award matters, removal of automatic stays, establishment of the Arbitration Council of India, and changes to enforcement provisions under Section 36. Recent and significant judicial interpretations have also been incorporated.
