Mergers & Acquisitions

We advise on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, assisting acquirers, sellers, promoters, and investors through the key stages of a transaction from initial structuring through to execution and closing.

Transaction Structuring and Strategizing
We advise clients on the selection of an appropriate acquisition or investment structure, having regard to, commercial objectives, regulatory requirements, and tax efficiency. Our advice covers share purchases, business and asset transfers, slump sales, and demergers.

Due Diligence
We conduct legal due diligence with a sector-specific focus, identifying material risks across corporate, contractual, regulatory, employment, and real estate workstreams. Our reports are structured to provide practical, decision-relevant findings.

Assistance in Obtaining Regulatory Approvals and Clearances
We advise on and assist with the regulatory approvals required for M&A transactions in India, including filings with the RBI under FEMA, SEBI, and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. We work to identify applicable requirements early and manage timelines accordingly.

Anti-Trust / Merger Control Filings
We advise on merger control obligations under the Competition Act, 2002, including assessment of CCI notification thresholds and preparation of combination notices. We also advise on the competition law implications of proposed transactions.

Preparation and Negotiation of Definitive Documents
We draft and negotiate transaction documents including term sheets, share purchase agreements, shareholders' agreements, and investment agreements, with attention to risk allocation, representations and warranties, and closing mechanics.

Advice on Taxation and Labour & Employment Issues
In the context of M&A transactions, taxation and labour & employment matters often require specialist input. We work alongside trusted tax and employment law advisors to ensure that clients receive coordinated advice on stamp duty, capital gains structuring, withholding tax obligations, and employment law implications of business transfers managing the overall transaction seamlessly.

Dispute Resolution Including Shareholders' Disputes
We advise on disputes arising in the context of corporate transactions, including breach of warranty claims, shareholders' disputes, and enforcement of rights under investment agreements. We work with our litigation colleagues to develop strategy for proceedings before courts, tribunals, and arbitral forums.