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Corporate Law & Transactional Advisory

Corporate legal structures aligned with governance, growth and investor expectations.

Corporate transactions demand a legal strategy that bridges commercial terms with statutory compliance under the Companies Act, 2013 and applicable regulatory frameworks. Decisions on equity structuring, governance, and transactional agreements impact company control, investor security, and future growth.

Avyaksham Legal LLP advises founders, corporate boards, private investors, and business entities on incorporation, corporate governance, cross-border investments, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, and day-to-day corporate compliance.

We provide end-to-end guidance from term sheet negotiation and legal due diligence to definitive agreement drafting, regulatory approvals, and post-closing integration.

Practice Overview

We structure corporate matters by evaluating ownership rights, voting mechanics, statutory compliance, board oversight, and exit routes.

Core Principles
Commercial intent alignment
Statutory & ROC compliance discipline
Balanced investor & founder protection
Rigorous transaction due diligence
Post-closing implementation focus
Key Practice Focus

Core Practice Capabilities

Entity Incorporation & Corporate Structuring

Choosing and establishing the right legal entity structure for business operations.

Strategic Perspective

A well-structured charter and founders' agreement prevents deadlock and aligns long-term equity expectations before capital is raised.

Scope of Support & Execution

Incorporation of Private Limited, Public Limited, Section 8, and LLP entities
Founders' agreements, equity split, and vesting documentation
Articles of Association (AOA) and Memorandum of Association (MOA) drafting
Subsidiary establishment for foreign parent entities in India
Converting partnerships and sole proprietorships into corporate structures
ROC filings and initial statutory setup coordination

Corporate Governance & Board Advisory

Advising boards, directors, and committees on statutory duties, meeting mechanics, and compliance.

Strategic Perspective

Effective governance safeguards directors from personal liability and builds institutional trust with shareholders and lenders.

Scope of Support & Execution

Director duties, liabilities, and indemnification advisory
Board meeting, AGM, and EGM documentation and procedure
Related party transaction (RPT) evaluation and approval frameworks
Shareholder resolution drafting and secretarial audit compliance support
Managing minority shareholder rights and oppression/mismanagement concerns
Corporate governance framework review and policy drafting

Mergers, Acquisitions (M&A) & Joint Ventures

Legal support for strategic acquisitions, business transfers, slump sales, and joint ventures.

Strategic Perspective

M&A success depends on thorough due diligence, clear indemnity caps, and precise conditions precedent governing closing.

Scope of Support & Execution

Share Purchase Agreements (SPA) and Share Subscription Agreements (SSA)
Business Transfer Agreements (BTA) and slump sale documentation
Joint Venture (JV) agreements and technology partnership frameworks
Legal due diligence reports (vendor and buy-side)
NCLT scheme filings for mergers, amalgamations, and demergers
Regulatory approvals (CCI, RBI, and sector regulators) issue spotting

Fundraising & Private Equity / Venture Capital Advisory

Representing start-ups, founders, and investors during seed, angel, and institutional investment rounds.

Strategic Perspective

Founders must balance valuation with governance terms. Governance covenants often dictate real operational control post-investment.

Scope of Support & Execution

Term sheet review, negotiation, and definitive drafting
Shareholders' Agreements (SHA) and Voting Rights agreements
Issuance of CCPS, CCDs, SAFEs, and convertible notes
Cap table management and anti-dilution clause drafting
Investor exit rights, liquidation preference, and drag/tag provisions
Closing management and compliance filings with ROC/RBI

Corporate Commercial Contracts & Secretarial Compliance

Drafting day-to-day commercial agreements and ensuring ongoing company law compliance.

Strategic Perspective

Standardised commercial contracts and up-to-date secretarial records reduce transaction friction during fundraising or audit diligence.

Scope of Support & Execution

Vendor, supplier, franchise, and master service agreements
Non-disclosure (NDA) and non-compete agreements
Annual ROC filing review and secretarial record coordination
ESOP scheme drafting and administration framework
Corporate restructuring, share capital reduction, and buyback documentation
Exposure Assessment

Matter Intelligence: Risk Mitigation

Identified risk points and exposure vectors commonly encountered across practice engagements.

1Using template Memorandum & Articles that contradict Shareholders' Agreements
2Failing to file required ROC forms (MGT-14, PAS-3) for capital changes within statutory timelines
3Inadequate legal due diligence before acquiring a company or business unit
4Ignoring related-party transaction rules, exposing directors to penalties
5Unclear exit, drag-along, or deadlock resolution clauses in JV and SHA contracts
Client Profiles

Who We Assist

Founders, entrepreneurs and early-stage start-ups
Private companies, LLPs and family-owned enterprises
Angel investors, venture capital funds and private equity firms
Foreign companies establishing Indian subsidiaries or joint ventures
Corporate boards and executive directors
Strategic Edge

Why Clients Engage Avyaksham

Clients choose Avyaksham Legal LLP for corporate matters because we combine transaction speed with statutory accuracy. We protect shareholder value while keeping business momentum front and centre.

Methodology

How an Engagement Proceeds

01

Structure discovery & term sheet alignment

02

Legal due diligence & risk identification

03

Definitive agreement drafting & negotiation

04

ROC / regulatory filings & closing management

05

Post-closing compliance & secretarial support

Clarity & Insights

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an SHA and an SSA?

A Share Subscription Agreement (SSA) governs the issuance and payment for new shares. A Shareholders' Agreement (SHA) governs how the company will be managed and how shareholders interact post-investment.

Why is legal due diligence necessary before an acquisition?

Due diligence uncovers hidden liabilities, title defects, pending litigation, statutory defaults, and contract breaches before funds are committed.

Can a foreign company set up a wholly owned subsidiary in India?

Yes. Foreign entities can set up a Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) as a private limited company under the automatic route for most sectors, subject to FEMA and RBI filings.

Final Note

Corporate success requires solid legal foundations. Well-crafted governance and transactional documents protect your enterprise through every phase of growth.

CONSULT ON CORPORATE & TRANSACTIONAL ADVISORY

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