Our Services
FEMA Services
The FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) governs cross-border investments, foreign exchange transactions, and overseas business operations in India. We provide comprehensive advisory on inbound FDI, outbound ODI, investment structuring, FEMA regulations, and RBI compliances, enabling businesses and investors to structure cross-border transactions efficiently while ensuring complete regulatory compliance.
Benefits of FEMA Advisory
FEMA advisory helps businesses structure cross-border investments efficiently while mitigating regulatory and operational risks. From FDI and ODI transactions to ECB documentation, RBI reporting, and DTAA structuring, we enable organisations to optimise investment structures, streamline foreign exchange compliances, and ensure regulatory certainty throughout the investment lifecycle.
Know FEMA Advisory Process
Our advisory begins with evaluating the proposed transaction, applicable FEMA provisions, and RBI regulations. We assist clients with investment structuring under FDI, FVCI, NRI/PIO, and FII/FPI routes, establishment of Wholly Owned Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures, Branch, Liaison, and Project Offices, regulatory approvals, RBI reporting, and ongoing compliance, ensuring every transaction is executed in accordance with prevailing FEMA regulations.
FEMA Advisory is Designed for
Foreign investors, multinational corporations, Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), private equity and venture capital funds, family offices, NBFCs, Indian companies undertaking overseas investments in India. It is equally relevant for organisations requiring assistance with ECBs, ODI, FDI, RBI approvals, DTAA structuring, and cross-border regulatory compliance.
REIT Advisory
REIT (Real Estate Investment Trusts) have transformed India’s real estate investment landscape by creating regulated investment vehicles for institutional and retail investors. Our advisory practice provides end-to-end legal, secretarial, and regulatory support across the entire REIT lifecycle from structuring and SEBI registration to governance, ongoing compliance, and post-listing obligations – helping sponsors, investment managers, trustees, and stakeholders operate within a robust regulatory framework.
Benefits of REIT Advisory
A well-structured Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) framework enables efficient capital mobilisation, enhances investor confidence, and promotes strong corporate governance under the SEBI REIT Regulations. Our advisory covers every stage of the REIT lifecycle, including SEBI registration, investment structuring, Trust Deeds, Investment Management Agreements, sponsor and trustee advisory, due diligence, transaction documentation, unitholder governance, periodic disclosures, distributions, and ongoing regulatory reporting. Supported by our recognised thought leadership in the REIT ecosystem, we help clients build compliant investment platforms while ensuring long-term regulatory certainty and operational excellence.
REIT Advisory Process
We provide comprehensive support across every stage of the REIT lifecycle, including structuring, SEBI registration, drafting and review of Trust Deeds, Investment Management Agreements, transaction documentation, sponsor and trustee advisory, due diligence, unitholder governance, periodic disclosures, distributions, and ongoing regulatory compliance. Our team works closely with all stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and regulatory adherence.
REIT Advisory is Designed for
Our REIT advisory is designed for real estate developers, sponsors, investment managers, trustees, institutional investors, family offices, asset managers, private equity funds, financial institutions, and businesses seeking to establish, manage, or invest in REIT and SM REIT structures. We also advise clients undertaking asset acquisitions, sponsor transfers, and other regulated transactions within the REIT ecosystem.
SM REIT Advisory
SM REIT (Small and Medium Real Estate Investment Trusts), introduced under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulatory framework, have created a structured avenue for the fractional ownership and monetisation of rent-generating real estate assets. Our SM REIT advisory practice provides end-to-end legal, secretarial, and regulatory support, helping sponsors, investment managers, trustees, and asset owners establish and manage compliant investment structures in accordance with evolving SEBI regulations.
Benefits of SM REIT Advisory
A well-structured Small and Medium Real Estate Investment Trust (SM REIT) enhances transparency, investor confidence, and regulatory compliance while unlocking new avenues for capital mobilisation. With extensive experience in SM REITs and capital market regulations, we provide specialised advisory across SEBI registration, regulatory structuring, governance frameworks, trust documentation, due diligence, periodic disclosures, and post-registration compliance. Our commercially focused approach enables clients to establish robust, compliant, and investor-centric SM REIT structures while confidently navigating India’s evolving investment trust ecosystem.
SM REIT Process
We advise clients through every stage of the SM REIT lifecycle, including transaction structuring, SEBI registration, trust formation, drafting and review of transaction documents, sponsor and investment manager advisory, due diligence, regulatory approvals, governance framework implementation, periodic disclosures, and ongoing compliance management. Our approach ensures that every aspect of the structure aligns with SEBI’s regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
SM REIT is Designed for
Our SM REIT advisory is designed for real estate developers, sponsors, investment managers, trustees, asset owners, fractional ownership platforms, family offices, institutional investors, private equity funds, and businesses seeking to monetise income-generating real estate assets through SEBI-regulated investment structures.
InvIT Advisory
InvIT (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) have emerged as a robust investment vehicle for monetising infrastructure assets while facilitating long-term capital formation. Regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), InvITs require a comprehensive understanding of securities laws, trust structures, corporate governance, and ongoing regulatory compliance. Our advisory practice provides end-to-end legal, secretarial, and regulatory support across the entire InvIT lifecycle, enabling sponsors, investment managers, trustees, and infrastructure developers to establish and manage compliant investment structures.
Benefits of InvIT Advisory
A well-structured InvIT enables infrastructure owners to unlock capital, enhance asset liquidity, and strengthen investor confidence through transparent governance and regulatory compliance. Our advisory ensures efficient transaction structuring, robust governance frameworks, and seamless compliance with SEBI regulations, helping stakeholders maximise long-term value while mitigating regulatory risks.
InvIT Advisory Process
We provide end-to-end advisory across the InvIT lifecycle, including SEBI registration, transaction structuring, trust formation, drafting and review of Trust Deeds and Investment Management Agreements, legal documentation, asset due diligence, sponsor and trustee advisory, unitholder governance, periodic disclosures, distribution compliances, and ongoing regulatory reporting. Our team works alongside sponsors, investment managers, legal advisors, and financial institutions to ensure seamless execution and regulatory adherence.
InvIT Advisory is Designed for
Infrastructure developers, project sponsors, investment managers, trustees, EPC companies, infrastructure funds, financial institutions, institutional investors, private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds, and businesses seeking to monetise operational infrastructure assets through SEBI-regulated investment structures.
Securities Laws & Capital Markets Advisory
India’s capital markets operate within a dynamic regulatory framework governed by the SEBI ( Securities and Exchange Board of India), the Companies Act, and stock exchange regulations. Our Securities Laws & Capital Markets Advisory practice assists listed entities, issuers, market intermediaries, promoters, and investors in navigating complex regulatory requirements, transaction structuring, governance obligations, and ongoing compliance across the capital markets ecosystem.
Benefits of Securities Law & Capital Markets Advisory
A strong regulatory framework is fundamental to maintaining investor confidence, ensuring seamless access to capital markets, and fostering sustainable corporate growth. Leveraging our extensive expertise in SEBI regulations, corporate governance, and capital market transactions, we provide strategic advisory across SEBI registrations, listing and disclosure compliances, takeover regulations, insider trading frameworks, postal ballot and e-voting scrutiny, regulatory opinions, certifications, and representation before SEBI and the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT). Our commercially focused approach helps businesses execute capital market transactions efficiently, strengthen governance standards, mitigate regulatory risks, and confidently navigate India’s evolving securities law landscape while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Securities Laws & Capital Markets Advisory Process
We provide end-to-end advisory across capital market transactions and securities law compliance, including Initial Public Offerings (IPO), Follow-on Public Offers (FPO), Rights Issues, Bonus Issues, Preferential Allotments, SEBI registrations for market intermediaries, corporate governance advisory, listing compliance under the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, insider trading compliance, acquisition and takeover advisory, and regulatory representations before SEBI and the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT). Our team works closely with issuers, merchant bankers, legal advisors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless transaction execution and regulatory compliance.
Securities Laws & Capital Markets Advisory is Designed for
Our advisory is designed for listed companies, companies preparing for public listing, promoters, merchant bankers, investment advisors, portfolio managers, stock brokers, institutional investors, NBFCs, Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), and businesses undertaking capital market transactions or requiring ongoing SEBI and stock exchange compliance.
Alternative Investment Funds (AIF) Advisory
AIF (Alternative Investment Funds) have become a preferred investment vehicle for private equity, venture capital, private credit, real estate, and other alternative asset classes. Regulated by the SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India), AIFs require robust legal structuring, regulatory compliance, and governance throughout their lifecycle. Our AIF advisory practice provides end-to-end support from fund structuring and SEBI registration to ongoing compliance, investor governance, and fund closure ensuring regulatory certainty at every stage.
Benefits of AIF Advisory
A well-structured Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) enables efficient fund formation, strengthens investor confidence, and ensures regulatory compliance throughout the fund lifecycle. Leveraging our deep expertise in the SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, we provide strategic advisory across Category I, II, and III AIF registrations, fund structuring, Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) drafting, investor governance, SEBI communications, GP/LP documentation, compliance management, and fund restructuring. Our commercially focused approach helps fund sponsors and investment managers establish robust governance frameworks, navigate evolving regulatory requirements, mitigate operational and compliance risks, and manage fund operations with confidence.
AIF Advisory Process
We provide comprehensive advisory across the entire AIF lifecycle, including structuring Category I, II, and III AIFs, preparation and review of Private Placement Memorandums (PPMs), trust documentation, SEBI registration, regulatory filings, investment structuring, GP/LP documentation, investor reporting, and ongoing compliance management. We also advise on investment restrictions, leverage norms, co-investment structures, manager-level compliance, and fund winding-up, ensuring every fund operates within the SEBI AIF regulatory framework.
AIF Advisory is Designed for
Our AIF advisory is designed for fund sponsors, investment managers, private equity and venture capital firms, family offices, institutional investors, wealth managers, multinational corporations, and businesses seeking to establish or manage SEBI-regulated Alternative Investment Funds in India.
NBFC & RBI Compliance Advisory
NBFCs ( Non-Banking Financial Companies) and Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) operate within a highly regulated environment governed by the RBI (Reserve Bank of India) and the Companies Act, 2013. Our advisory practice provides end-to-end support across registration, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and ongoing statutory obligations, enabling financial institutions to operate with confidence while meeting evolving regulatory expectations.
Benefits of NBFC & RBI Compliance Advisory
Effective regulatory compliance strengthens operational resilience, enhances stakeholder confidence, and mitigates regulatory risks across the financial services sector. Leveraging our deep expertise in RBI regulations, corporate law, and secretarial compliance, we provide strategic advisory across NBFC and Housing Finance Company (HFC) registration, regulatory filings, ROC due diligence, governance advisory, compliance retainerships, regulatory opinions, and routine and event-based compliances. Our commercially focused approach helps financial institutions establish robust governance frameworks, maintain seamless compliance with RBI and ROC requirements, and confidently navigate India’s evolving financial regulatory landscape while ensuring long-term operational efficiency.
How Our NBFC & RBI Compliance Advisory Works
We provide comprehensive support across the lifecycle of an NBFC or HFC, including entity registration, RBI and ROC compliance, charge creation, modification and satisfaction, regulatory filings, due diligence reports, ROC search reports, compliance audits, and ongoing retainership support. Our team ensures timely regulatory reporting while assisting clients in navigating complex compliance and governance requirements.
NBFC & RBI Compliance Advisory is Designed for
NBFCs, Housing Finance Companies (HFCs), fintech companies, financial institutions, promoters, investors, and businesses seeking RBI registration, regulatory approvals, ongoing compliance management, or governance support within the financial services sector.
Compliance & Audit Services
Strong compliance frameworks and periodic audits are essential for maintaining regulatory integrity, strengthening corporate governance, and building stakeholder confidence. Our Compliance & Audit practice provides independent assurance and advisory across secretarial, regulatory, and sustainability reporting requirements, helping businesses remain compliant while proactively identifying and addressing governance gaps
Benefits of Compliance & Audit Services
An effective compliance and audit framework enables organisations to identify regulatory risks, strengthen governance practices, and ensure continuous adherence to statutory requirements. Backed by extensive expertise in corporate law, regulatory compliance, governance frameworks, and statutory audits, we provide strategic advisory across Secretarial Audits (MR-3), MGT-8 certifications, Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) advisory, compliance audits, governance assessments, and regulatory gap analysis. Our risk-focused approach helps organisations reinforce internal controls, enhance regulatory preparedness, foster a culture of compliance, and maintain the highest standards of corporate governance.
Compliance & Audit Services Process
We undertake comprehensive compliance reviews and independent audits, including Secretarial Audits (MR-3) for listed companies and their material subsidiaries, Secretarial Audits for unlisted public and private companies, MGT-8 certifications, Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) advisory, insurance company compliances, annual compliance audits, and regulatory gap assessments. Our approach focuses on identifying compliance gaps, recommending corrective actions, and strengthening governance frameworks to support long-term regulatory excellence.
Compliance & Audit Services is Designed for
listed companies, unlisted public and private companies, insurance companies, NBFCs, multinational corporations, group entities, and businesses seeking independent compliance assurance, governance reviews, sustainability reporting, or statutory certifications.
Intellectual Property Advisory
IP ( Intellectual Property) forms the foundation of a business’s competitive advantage, protecting innovations, brands, creative works, and proprietary assets. Our Intellectual Property Advisory practice helps businesses secure, manage, and enforce their intellectual property rights through strategic registration, compliance, and advisory services tailored to their commercial objectives.
Benefits of Intellectual Property Advisory
Intellectual Property (IP) strategy safeguards business assets, strengthens brand value, and enhances long-term market competitiveness. Backed by legal, regulatory, and commercial expertise, we provide strategic advisory across trademark registration, copyright protection, industrial design registration, geographical indications, trade secret protection, and IP portfolio management, helping businesses protect their innovations, minimise infringement risks, and maximise the commercial value of their intellectual assets while ensuring compliance with India’s intellectual property laws.
Intellectual Property Advisory Process
We provide end-to-end support across the intellectual property lifecycle, including trademark registration for names, logos, and brand identifiers; copyright protection; industrial design registration; geographical indications; trade secret advisory; layout design registration for integrated circuits; and plant variety protection. Our team assists clients with registration, documentation, regulatory processes, and strategic IP planning to ensure comprehensive protection of valuable intangible assets.
Intellectual Property Advisory is Designed for
Startups, entrepreneurs, multinational corporations, manufacturers, technology companies, creative businesses, research organisations, and brand owners seeking to prot
Legal Drafting & Advisory
Every business relationship begins with a well-drafted agreement. Our Legal Drafting & Advisory practice focuses on preparing legally robust, commercially sound, and enforceable documentation that protects business interests, minimises contractual risks, and supports informed decision-making across domestic and cross-border transactions.
Benefits of Legal Drafting & Advisory
Well-structured legal documentation forms the foundation of secure commercial relationships by reducing ambiguity, safeguarding business interests, and mitigating legal risks. Leveraging our legal, regulatory, and commercial expertise, we provide strategic advisory across commercial contracts, financing documents, corporate governance policies, legal opinions, and regulatory documentation, ensuring every agreement is legally enforceable, commercially practical, and aligned with your business objectives. Our approach enables clients to negotiate stronger agreements, strengthen governance frameworks, and confidently navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes.
Legal Drafting & Advisory Process
We assist clients in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and vetting a wide range of commercial and corporate documentation, including commercial agreements, financing documents, cross-border contracts, corporate governance policies, legal opinions, notices, pleadings, and regulatory documentation. We also support businesses in commercial dispute resolution, arbitration, mediation, ensuring legal documentation remains commercially practical and legally enforceable.
Legal Drafting & Advisory is Designed for
Our advisory is designed for corporates, startups, multinational companies, financial institutions, family offices, promoters, and businesses entering commercial transactions, establishing governance frameworks, negotiating strategic contracts, or seeking legal support in dispute resolution.
GIFT City
GIFT CITY ( Gujarat Internantional Finance Tec-City), India’s International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), has emerged as a global financial hub offering a robust regulatory framework, tax incentives, and access to international markets. We provide end-to-end advisory to businesses, financial institutions, and investment funds seeking to establish and operate within GIFT IFSC, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance under the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) framework.
Benefits of GIFT City Advisory
Establishing operations in GIFT International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) provides businesses with access to a globally competitive financial ecosystem, favourable tax incentives, regulatory flexibility, and enhanced opportunities for cross-border investments and financial services. Leveraging our expertise in IFSCA regulations, FEMA, SEBI, corporate law, and cross-border investment structures, we provide strategic advisory across entity setup, fund structuring, regulatory approvals, governance frameworks, and ongoing compliance. Our commercially focused approach enables businesses to maximise the advantages of GIFT IFSC while ensuring seamless compliance with the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA), Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
GIFT City Advisory Process
We assist clients throughout the establishment and operational lifecycle within GIFT IFSC, including entity incorporation, regulatory approvals, IFSCA registrations, fund structuring, FEMA advisory, cross-border investment structuring, governance framework implementation, regulatory filings, and ongoing compliance management. Our team works closely with clients to develop efficient operating structures aligned with both commercial objectives and regulatory requirements.
GIFT City Advisory is Designed for
Global asset managers
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
Family offices
Banks
Fintech companies
Insurance entities
Leasing companies
Aircraft and ship financing businesses
Multinational corporations
Wealth management firms
Businesses seeking to establish an IFSC presence in India.
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