Corporate Advisory

  • Incorporation of Companies - Drafting of Memorandum and Articles of Association, filing requisite applications and forms with the Registrar of Companies, obtaining permissions, approvals and licenses from the Appropriate Authorities.
  • Drafting of joint-venture and shareholder agreements including technology transfer, agreements for use of trademarks, logos etc.
  • The Firm advises in respect of opening of Liaison Offices, Site Offices, Branch Offices, permissions for joint ventures and 100% owned subsidiary/holding companies from Reserve Bank of India and Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB)/Secretariat for Industrial Assistance (SIA). Making representations to the concerned government authorities that issue permissions to allow such investments. Advice on Tax and financial structuring to maximize business growth.
  • The Firm ensures due compliance for its clients with regard to provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Securities Exchange Board of India’s Guidelines, Regulations and Notifications and other statutes applicable to companies in India.
  • Varied aspects involved in the issue of shares, debentures including private placement, enlisting of securities on the Stock Exchanges of India, issue of commercial papers, inter-corporate deposits etc.
  • Registration of Foreign Institutional Investors ("FIIs") with Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI"), IPO Advisory involving advisory on offer document, representing before SEBI for various compliances, advice on SEBI & related Legislations, enquiries before SEBI, Proceedings before Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) & Appeals to High Court.
  • In partnership with associates, the Firm has rendered advice on off-Shore issue of FCCB, GDR’s & ADR’s, incorporation and taxation related matters.
  • Exim Policy & Procedures: The Firm offers expert advice on various provisions & procedures relating to Imports and Exports, antidumping investigations, etc.
  • FEMA – including advice on all related issues.
  • Obtaining approvals from appropriate authorities.
  • Representations in disputes arising under FEMA.
  • Advice on External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs), FCCBs and other foreign credit facilities.
  • Joint venture agreements – drafting, registration and execution.
  • Government partnerships – evolving legal and policy frameworks.
  • Structuring public/private partnerships and strategic investments.
  • Assistance in obtaining regulatory and statutory approvals.
  • Preparation of approvals and documentation.