Corporate and Commercial Law

Corporate and Commercial law sits at the heart of our firm’s practice. For more than two decades we have helped hundreds of businesses ranging from start-ups to MNCs with setting up a legal entity in India and seamlessly carry out their business operations. Our corporate lawyers combine legal expertise with commercial instinct to manage all the business needs of clients starting from incorporation of company or LLP, obtaining licenses and permits, handling accounting and compliances, to drafting and negotiating high-stake contracts and assisting with multi-million dollar domestic or cross-border strategic collaborations such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

Outlined below are some of the major areas handled by our corporate law professionals:

• Incorporation of Company in India: Having helped more than 500 clients in setting up their business in India, we have become one of the most trusted legal advisors in India. Our expertise spans throughout the incorporation process including selecting appropriate entity, preparing and filing of important documents such as MOA and AOA, obtaining DIN for directors, getting necessary licenses, tax registration, opening bank account and meeting all statutory requirements.


• Setting up Limited Liability Partnership (LLP): LLPs are quickly becoming one of the most sought-after legal structures for setting up business in India. Our firm provides end-to-end support with the entire process of establishing a LLP encompassing drafting and filing of incorporation documents, obtaining necessary approvals like DIN and DSC, and registering the LLP with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Additionally, we help with drafting a comprehensive LLP agreement in alignment with your business objectives and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.


• Post-Incorporation Compliances: Setting up an entity is just the first step, there are various other aspects to be considered to ensure smooth business operations. We provide support with all post-incorporation compliances including bookkeeping, accounting and payroll management tailored to meet the organizational needs of clients. From preparing financial statement to filing statutory returns and managing employee compensations, we handle all important activities mitigating risks and ensuring businesses are compliant.


• Mergers & Acquisitions and Joint Ventures: We guide clients through every stage of an M&A transaction, from conducting due diligence and structuring the deal to crafting tailored agreements and negotiating terms, safeguarding client’s interests and ensuring seamless execution of complex M&A transactions. Our corporate lawyers have advised clients ranging from start-ups to some of the leading global companies on full spectrum of public and private transactions including high-stake cross-border acquisitions, joint ventures, divestments, and takeovers. We also offer strategic counsel for defense, growth and expansion strategies and governance issues while mitigating risks for favourable outcomes.


• Branch & Liaison Office: We assist international companies with establishing a branch and liaison office in India. Our expertise spans obtaining necessary approvals from the RBI and Ministry of Corporate Affairs, drafting and reviewing essential documents, complying with regulatory requirements, and ensuring adherence to Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) regulations.


• Banking & Finance: Our corporate team advises on wide range of finance transactions and assist lenders & borrowers with diverse financing structures. Our expertise extends to drafting term sheets and loan agreements, due diligence, security pledge, regulatory compliance and obtaining necessary approvals from authorities.


• Private Equity: We guide clients throughout the complete private equity lifecycle starting from fund formation and capital deployment to mergers and acquisitions, debt or equity financing, growth strategies, restructuring and exit policies. We ensure seamless navigation of complex transactions providing customized solutions that align with client’s strategic goals.


• Restructuring & Demerger: Our team provides comprehensive legal support for corporate restructuring and demerger involving advising on strategy, drafting and reviewing necessary legal documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance under the Indian corporate law. Whether it’s streamlining operations, separation of business units or reorganization of assets and liabilities, we help at every stage of the restructuring process. Additionally, we assist clients with obtaining necessary regulatory approvals from appropriate authorities such as NCLT and SEBI, minimizing risks and ensuring smooth transition.


• International Expansion: We leverage our extensive international network and presence to provide support to Indian businesses with their global expansion. We work closely with our foreign partners and assist Indian companies with entering new markets through setting up a company abroad, joint venture, acquisition, distribution or through any other strategic alliance. Our comprehensive services include legal advisory on cross-border transactions, corporate and tax structuring, compliance, accounting and obtaining regulatory approvals.


• Commercial & Transaction Contracts: With a keen understanding of Indian Corporate Law and global business landscape, our experienced lawyers specialize in drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts that are legally enforceable and safeguard the interest of clients fostering smooth business operations. Our expertise spans a wide range of agreements including JV agreements, shareholders’ agreement, supply chain contracts, franchise agreement, licensing agreements, vendor contracts, and service-level agreements. Keep in mind the unique nature of each transaction, we tailor the agreements to align with the business objectives of respective clients while mitigating legal and financial risks.


• Corporate Advisory and Company Secretarial Services: We have qualified and experienced Company Secretaries on our team that help clients to adhere to regulatory frameworks, including filing of necessary documents and returns with Registrar of Companies, shareholders meetings, board meetings, and maintaining important statutory records in accordance with the corporate law. Moreover, we provide ongoing legal and strategic advisory support to clients for their everyday business and financial needs.


• Initial Public Offering (IPO): For companies looking to go public through an IPO in India, we provide holistic legal counsel starting from advising on regulatory compliance and structuring the offering to drafting prospectus and navigating the intricacies of complex SEBI regulations. Additionally, we help with coordination with regulatory authorities, managing the due diligence process and ensuring that all the documents are in order to facilitate successful listing.


• Corporate Governance: Our corporate governance services is focused on ensuring that businesses operate with transparency, accountability and are compliant with applicable regulatory frameworks. We assist with the development and implementation of adequate governance structures, advising on composition of board, risk management, shareholders’ rights and corporate policies.


• Capital Markets: We provide support with full spectrum of capital markets covering debt and equity transactions, structured debt, high-yield offerings, and trusts. With strong international relationships, our expertise extends beyond India, offering strategic legal counsel on capital market transaction in Europe, the US, the Middle East and Africa.