Over the years there has been a significant expansion of Indian expatriate community abroad and settlement of NRIs in India which has also led to increase in legal claims and challenges that the expats face especially with diverse and expansive areas of laws practiced in the country. We help them understand and seamlessly navigate the intricacies of the legal complexities that NRIs generally encounter. With offices across India and strong international presence, we have assisted numerous NRIs living in Europe, United States, Middle East and Southeast Asia in managing broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from marriage, divorce, child custody to obtaining OCI card to buying or selling of property to investing in India and tax implications thereof.
Outline below are the broad legal areas that our team generally handles:
- Marriage, Divorce, Adoption & Child Custody: We provide comprehensive legal counsel to NRIs with matters related to family law. Our expertise includes assistance with marriage Solemnization under various laws including court marriage and Arya Samaj rules, along with marriage registration. We help with obtaining non-impediment certificates for marriage with foreign nationals. Our lawyers help with both mutual and unilateral divorce proceedings covering drafting and filing the petition, representation before the courts and handling the appeals. We also advise on the sensitive matters of child custody, paternity issues and inter-country adoption in accordance with the CARA guidelines. In addition to this, we also help with enforcement of foreign divorce decree in India and advise on matters concerning matrimonial disputes, domestic violence, alimony issues and dowry harassment.
- Inheritance – Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning: We advise NRIs on inheritance matters, helping them with smooth and effective management of their estate planning needs. We assist with drafting Wills and codicils in accordance with the applicable laws and manage the registration process. We also help with drafting and registering Gift Deeds, Relinquishment Deeds, Family Settlement agreements and partition deeds. We provide expert guidance on setting up and efficiently managing offshore or family trusts. We have represented NRIs before courts for obtaining probate orders, legal heir certificates, succession certificates, and letter of administration. Additionally, we assist foreign nationals with obtaining ancillary probate for Wills that are already probated in foreign countries. Our experts also advise clients on disputes related to ancestral real estate and help them resolve the conflicts as amicably as possible.
- Immigration: Our expertise spans a broad range of visa and entry clearance applications, including Business Visa, Employment Visa, Tourist Visa, Student Visa and various Entry Visas such as X1, X2, X3. We also specialize in obtaining Indian Citizenship under the Act including renouncing foreign passports and converting PIO cards to Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI). In case of foreign nationals residing in India, we help with visa extension, transferring to different immigration categories and settlement applications. Moreover, our lawyers handle all mandatory documentation and procedures at FRRO and help landlords and foreign nationals with post-arrival police verification and obtaining Police Clearance Certificate.
- Investing in India & Taxation: We provide comprehensive legal guidance to NRIs looking to invest in India. We help with a wide range of areas including setting up businesses, handling cross-border M&As, establishing branch or liaison office and obtaining necessary permits and approvals. Our experts advise on compliance with RBI, SEBI and FEMA regulations as well as offer bookkeeping, accounting, payroll and company secretarial services along with addressing transfer pricing issues and structuring investments through tax-friendly jurisdictions. Additionally, we guide clients on disputes regarding DTAA and represent them before tax appropriate authorities. For NRIs involved in import and export, we advise on custom clearance and GST compliance.
- Real Estate Investment & Transactions: Many Indians residing abroad have properties in India or are looking to invest in the growing Indian real estate sector. We conduct a thorough title search of properties, obtaining and verifying current ownership records and ensuring clear property titles. Our legal team also advises on separation of a client’s share in jointly owned properties, transfer and mutation of ownership rights. We represent clients before courts or RERA in cases related to delayed possession or any other fraud committed by builders or developers. We offer expert solutions for buying and selling real estate assets in India and help with the repatriation of funds from such sale. In addition to that, we assist with eviction matters, lease or rent agreements, and provide adequate guidance on tax structuring and implications in real estate transactions.
- Remote Assistance for Legal Affairs: Our firm offers remote assistance to NRIs for managing any pending litigation, ensuring timely compliance with legal obligations, as well as liaising with relevant authorities as needed on their behalf. With a focus on minimizing the need for their physical presence and avoiding unnecessary travel hassle, we assist clients living abroad in concluding ongoing legal battles in India, handling their assets and estate in India ensuring that all important documentation and processes are completed efficiently.
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