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25+ YEARS OF LEGAL EXPERIENCE

Business Formation Lawyers in India

Expert legal counsel for multinational companies on establishing, structuring and developing their businesses in India.

Establishing the right legal foundation for your business

Rajkishore Associates has advised more than a hundred foreign and multinational companies on establishing and structuring their businesses in India, with legal advice tailored to their specific objectives, business models and regulatory requirements.

The appropriate structure can depend on factors such as ownership, liability, investment, compliance requirements and the future plans of the business.

Business Structures in India

Private Limited Company

A company structure commonly used by businesses that require a separate corporate entity and may seek external investment or structured ownership.

Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

An LLP combines limited liability with a flexible framework for internal management and partnership arrangements.

Wholly Owned Subsidiary

A wholly owned subsidiary can provide a corporate structure through which a parent company establishes and conducts business operations in India, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Branch, Liaison & Project Offices

Depending on the circumstances, these structures may also be relevant. The appropriate choice should be assessed in light of the proposed business and regulatory considerations.

Business Formation Legal Services

Choice of Business Structure

Advice on selecting and structuring an appropriate legal form for the proposed business.

Company Incorporation

Legal assistance in establishing companies and preparing the documentation required for formation.

LLP Formation

Advice and assistance relating to formation and structuring of limited liability partnerships.

Partnership Structuring

Advice on partnership arrangements, rights, responsibilities and supporting documentation.

Shareholder & Share Purchase Agreements

Drafting and review of shareholder agreements and share purchase agreements governing ownership, rights and obligations, transfer of shares, and other arrangements between shareholders and investors.

Constitutional & Corporate Documents

Preparation and review of legal documents relevant to the establishment and governance of the business.

Foreign Investment & Cross-Border Matters

Legal advice for foreign businesses and investors considering establishing or investing in businesses in India.

Business Structuring & Due Diligence

Legal support in structuring business arrangements and reviewing legal matters relevant to investments, acquisitions and other transactions.

Business formation with a broader legal perspective

Business formation is often only the beginning of a business's legal journey. The decisions made at the outset can influence ownership, governance, investment, contracts, regulatory obligations and future transactions.

Rajkishore Associates brings together experience across business formation, corporate law, commercial matters, transactions and litigation, enabling clients to consider the wider legal context while establishing their business.

Business-Focused Advice

Legal advice designed around the objectives and structure of the proposed business.

Corporate & Commercial Experience

Access to broader corporate and commercial expertise as the business develops.

Chennai & Bangalore (Bengaluru)

Legal counsel from offices in two major business centres in India.

Starting a Business in India?

Contact Rajkishore Associates to discuss your business formation and legal structuring requirements.

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