Corporate And Secretarial Practice

India has complex laws relating to Companies and their Regulatory Compliances pertaining to the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Regional Directors (RD), Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), Central Registry of Securitization Asset Reconstruction and Security Interest of India (CERSAI), National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) & Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) aspects and consequences of non-compliance can be quite severe. In addition, laws keep evolving to cater to the changing business environments and regulatory policies. Corporate governance is another current focus area for companies and regulators attempt to ensure that shareholder rights and values are not compromised. This requires constant hand-holding for companies to be compliant and achieve success.

Corporate and Secretarial Practice at Khurana & Khurana (K&K) handles the entire corporate life cycle of a company starting from advice on entry strategy, incorporation and structuring, contracts and regulatory compliances to corporate governance and mechanisms for transparency and accountability. K&K’s focus is not only to ensure that the companies are legally compliant but also to foresee potential areas of risk in the future and provide timely advice.

Our multidisciplinary teams include Company Secretaries, Chartered Accountants, Corporate Lawyers, and other professionals who ensure that companies are compliant from a legal and commercial perspective. Our team at K&K has successfully dealt with a range of complex issues and provided opinions on legislation specific to various industries and corporates across commercial domains. Our team adopts a highly business-oriented approach and brings extensive experience across various sectors. With their deep understanding of corporate secretarial matters, they provide comprehensive solutions to address the unique requirements of our clients. We are committed to delivering high-quality services and assisting businesses in navigating the complex landscape of corporate compliance and governance.

The K&K team specializing in company secretarial services offers a wide range of comprehensive solutions, from the initial setup of a company to its eventual winding up. Our firm provides end-to-end corporate advisory and compliance services, covering various laws and regulations, including the Companies Act 2013, Foreign Exchange Management Act 1999 (FEMA 1999), and Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992. We have been assisting foreign investors in establishing companies in India, managing their business operations, and facilitating foreign funds infusion in compliance with the applicable FDI entry routes and regulations. Our company secretaries not only ensure compliance but also provide advisory services and legal opinions. We take pride in being trusted advisors to clients from various sectors, relying on our expertise and problem-solving approach.

Corporate and Secretarial Practice at K&K assists clients in aspects including but not limited to the below:

Incorporation and compliance of various types of Companies, LLPs, Partnership Firms, and Societies.
Setting up various forms of entities such as Wholly Owned Subsidiaries (WOS), Joint Ventures (JV) or Associate Companies or by setting up a Liaison Office, Project Office, or Branch Office for the Foreign Company.
Advising, contacting, and registering with respect to regulatory compliances under various authorities such as ROC, RD, RBI, SEBI, RERA, FEMA, CERSAI, and NCLT.
Advising, negotiating, drafting, vetting, and structuring different types of agreements.
Corporate Law Advisory and due diligence.
NBFCs compliance support services.
Drafting notice(s), agenda, minutes, policies, letter, appeal, and reply thereof.
Advising on shares and their transfer and transmission, consolidation, division, and the issue of duplicate share certificates.
Providing legal opinion(s) on corporate matters.
Undertaking compliance audits and gap analysis
Advising on Outbound and Inbound investments including WOS, JV, Mergers, and Acquisitions.
Advising on Exit options and winding up.
Undertaking Secretarial Due Diligence and Secretarial Audits.
Change of Name of Company, Change of the Object clause, Shifting of Registered Office.
Planning & Managing for Mergers, Acquisitions, De-mergers, and Corporate re-organizations.

We at K&K have a team of qualified and competent professionals who carry substantive experience and expertise in matters relating to Corporate Advisory, Corporate Regulatory Compliance, and Corporate Governance. Our work in this area is perfectly suited to meet the diverse and evolving business needs of our clients in India and Globally by providing risk mitigation and enabling them to grow their businesses and achieve objectives. At K&K, we prioritize the timely and diligent upkeep of all statutory and regulatory compliances on behalf of our clients. Our dedicated team is well-versed in the legal and regulatory requirements applicable to businesses, ensuring that all necessary obligations are met within the stipulated timeframes. By diligently adhering to these compliances, we aim to safeguard our clients from potential liabilities that may arise due to non-compliance. Our compliance team can be reached at Compliance@khuranaandkhurana.com and they’ll be happy to respond back within 12-24 hours of your email.