General Corporate Practice

Our Services

Incorporation

• Our incorporation services guide entrepreneurs and businesses through the company formation process, from selecting the appropriate business structure to completing all necessary registrations. We handle the preparation and filing of incorporation documents, assist with obtaining necessary permits and licenses, draft foundational corporate documents, and provide counsel on regulatory compliance requirements. Our team ensures a smooth incorporation process while establishing a strong legal foundation for your business operations in India or internationally.

Regulatory Compliance and Advisory

• We provide comprehensive regulatory compliance services to help businesses navigate the complex and ever-changing legal landscape. Our team conducts thorough compliance audits, develops customized compliance programs, offers ongoing advisory services for regulatory updates, assists with filing statutory returns and maintaining corporate records, and represents clients before regulatory bodies. We ensure your business remains compliant with all applicable laws and regulations while minimizing legal risks and potential penalties.

Contracts

• Our contract services include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements tailored to your business requirements. We develop standardized contract templates, conduct comprehensive contract reviews to identify and mitigate risks, negotiate favorable terms with counterparties, draft specialized agreements for complex transactions, and provide ongoing contract management support. Our team ensures your agreements protect your interests while facilitating smooth business operations and relationships.

Due Diligence and Legal Audits

• We conduct thorough due diligence and legal audits to help clients make informed business decisions and identify potential legal issues. Our services include comprehensive document review and analysis, verification of corporate compliance status, assessment of contractual obligations and liabilities, identification of potential legal risks and remediation strategies, and preparation of detailed due diligence reports. We provide clarity on legal standing and potential risks to support mergers, acquisitions, investments, and other significant business transactions.

Employment and Labor Law

• Our employment and labor law services help businesses establish compliant and effective employment practices. We draft and review employment contracts and handbooks, advise on statutory compliance with labor laws, provide counsel on employee terminations and workforce restructuring, represent clients in employment disputes, and develop HR policies and procedures. Our team ensures your employment practices align with legal requirements while supporting your organizational goals and company culture.

Corporate Governance and Board Advisory

• We offer specialized corporate governance and board advisory services to help organizations establish and maintain effective governance frameworks. Our team assists with board formation and structuring, develops governance policies and procedures, provides director training on fiduciary responsibilities, advises on shareholder rights and relations, and offers guidance on corporate social responsibility and ESG matters. We help ensure your governance practices meet regulatory requirements while supporting organizational objectives and stakeholder expectations.

Intellectual Property Management

• Our intellectual property management services help businesses protect and leverage their valuable intangible assets. We assist with trademark and copyright registrations, develop IP protection strategies, draft licensing and technology transfer agreements, conduct IP audits to identify and value intellectual assets, and provide counsel on IP enforcement and dispute resolution. Our team ensures your intellectual property is properly secured and strategically utilized to maximize business value and competitive advantage.

International Business Expansion

• Our international business expansion services support companies looking to establish or grow their presence in new markets. We provide guidance on market entry strategies and structures, advise on cross-border regulatory compliance, assist with international corporate formations and registrations, develop global employment and contractor frameworks, and offer counsel on international tax planning considerations. Our team helps navigate the complexities of international expansion while ensuring legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Corporate Secretarial Services

• We offer comprehensive corporate secretarial services to help businesses maintain their corporate records and ensure ongoing compliance. Our team handles annual statutory filings and returns, maintains corporate registers and minute books, coordinates board and shareholder meetings, manages corporate record-keeping and documentation, and provides ongoing corporate governance support. We ensure your organization meets all corporate housekeeping requirements while allowing management to focus on core business operations.

Why Choose Shepherd Knight as Your Legal Partner

• Dual-Market Expertise: Our team combines in-depth knowledge of Indian legal requirements with global best practices, making us ideal for both domestic and international clients.
• Industry-Specific Knowledge: We understand the unique regulatory environments across various sectors, allowing us to provide tailored advice that addresses industry-specific challenges.
• Seamless Communication: With our responsive team and clear communication processes, we ensure that all client inquiries are addressed promptly and effectively.
• Comprehensive Support: From routine corporate maintenance to complex transactional work, we provide end-to-end legal services that grow with your business needs.
• Technology-Driven Approach: We leverage legal technology tools to enhance efficiency, ensure accuracy, and provide greater transparency in our service delivery.

Contact Us

Ready to strengthen your corporate legal foundation? Contact Shepherd Knight today to discuss how our General Corporate Practice team can support your business objectives while ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation.