Foreign Investment Advisory
Our team understands the complexities of cross-border transactions and the needs of both international investors and domestic companies expanding globally. We provide end-to-end support in:
- Structuring inbound and outbound investments
- Establishing joint ventures and strategic alliances
- Negotiating financial and technical collaborations
- Drafting cross-border contracts, including franchise and distribution agreements
- Advising on External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs) and Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds (FCCBs)
We also assist in:
- Navigating foreign exchange and regulatory laws
- Setting up offshore operations
- Obtaining industry-specific licences and clearances
- Managing employment and labour compliance for expatriates
Joint Venture / Strategic Alliances
We offer comprehensive transaction management - from due diligence and structuring to drafting agreements (share purchase, shareholders' agreements, and ancillary contracts) and overseeing post-completion formalities. Our focus is on aligning legal frameworks with business objectives to ensure smooth execution.
Capital Markets & Securities Law
We provide expert guidance on equity and debt offerings, backed by deep knowledge of Indian securities regulations and awareness of international market trends. Our services cover:
- IPOs and listings of shares, bonds, debentures, FCCBs, ADRs, and GDRs
- Public and private offerings of securities
- Rights and bonus issues
- Qualified Institutional Placements (QIPs)
- Takeover and acquisition-related open offers
Regulatory & Compliance Management
We help organisations stay ahead of legal and procedural obligations under corporate, securities, and allied laws. Our compliance strategies are designed to reduce risk, safeguard management, and maintain operational efficiency.
Corporate Secretarial & Governance Services
Our corporate secretarial division ensures adherence to statutory obligations while embedding strong governance practices. We support companies across industries, both domestic and international, with services including:
- Legal and secretarial due diligence for M&A, venture capital funding, cross-border acquisitions, IPOs, and overseas borrowings
- Compliance health checks to detect gaps, recommend solutions, and report critical governance risks
- Structuring governance frameworks aligned with business goals
Core Service Areas
Incorporation & Entity Structuring
- Private and public companies, LLPs, SPVs, and not-for-profit entities
- Setting up liaison, branch, and project offices for foreign companies
Annual Compliance
- Maintaining statutory registers and records
- Filing annual returns and other statutory reports
- Organising board and shareholder meetings
- Director identification, KYC, and DSC compliance
Transactional & Operational Support
- Share capital restructuring, rights issues, preferential allotments
- Change in company objectives or registered office
- Appointment and remuneration of key managerial personnel
- CSR compliance and monitoring
- FEMA filings, SMF submissions, and investor KYC
- Related-party transaction review
Advisory & Opinions
- Corporate governance and management structuring
- Applicability of company and LLP laws
- Audit and compliance-related guidance
Licensing & Registrations
- PAN, TAN, GST, PF, Professional Tax, Importer Exporter Code, Shops & Establishments registration
Entity Closure
- Winding-up and strike-off procedures with full procedural support
Our Approach
At Nikhil Agarwal & Associates, we act as a trusted partner to our clients, offering solutions that combine legal expertise with strategic business thinking. As a full-service firm, we leverage the strengths of multiple practice areas to address complex challenges and keep our clients fully compliant in an ever-evolving regulatory environment.