Karthik Kumar is an experienced project development, acquisition and finance lawyer who advises clients on novel and complex, high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects in the Asia-Pacific region. He is the leader of Orrick’s India desk and has a strong focus on the renewable energy sector with extensive experience in solar, onshore and offshore wind, biomass, and waste-to-energy projects across the region. Karthik is highly regarded in the market for his in-depth regulatory knowledge and significant transactional experience.

Karthik is a top-ranked lawyer in the Chambers and Legal 500 directories as well as India Business Law Journal. He was recognized as “Cross Border Lawyer of the Year – Renewable Energy” by Legal Era in 2025 for the third consecutive year. Clients describe him as a “top-notch lawyer” and is “known for his project finance capabilities.” They also note that he “deeply understands the business needs and stakeholder expectations and has time and again proven to have our 100% confidence in his counsel.” Clients extol his India-focused project finance practice, commending him for his "second to none" knowledge of Indian law and practice and noting a particular acquisition of an Indian company where "his ability to understand unique local issues" was "amazing."