Our employment team offers comprehensive guidance across all facets of employment law, encompassing litigation, transactional, and advisory matters. We specialize in managing employment risks across all organizational levels and provide strategic advice at the board level regarding employment-related compliance issues. Additionally, we offer day-to-day support to human resources departments and in-house counsels.
Our expertise includes advising on:
Employment Agreements and Policies: Drafting employment agreements and policies, handling employee severance, structuring compensation and benefits, and managing consulting and secondment arrangements.
Termination of Contracts: Assisting with termination procedures, including managing confidentiality and non-compete agreements.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in all types of employment litigation, mediation, and dispute resolution proceedings.
Mergers, Takeovers, and Buyouts: Providing guidance on employment-related aspects of corporate transactions such as mergers, takeovers, and buyouts.
International Employment Issues: Addressing taxation issues and legal requirements related to international assignments and recruitment from foreign countries.
Employee Communication and Handbooks: Developing employee communication strategies and drafting service regulations and handbooks. Disciplinary Proceedings: Conducting disciplinary proceedings and preparing related documentation.
Investigations: Handling whistleblower, harassment, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) investigations.
Employment Law Audits and Training: Conducting employment law audits, facilitating reduction-in-force (RIF) exercises, and providing employment law training for legal and HR personnel.
The Intellectual Property (IP) practice group at Delta Deccan offers comprehensive guidance to a diverse clientele ranging from start-ups to large corporations across various sectors. Comprised of highly skilled individuals, our IP Practice team is not only proficient in building, protecting, and enhancing IP rights for our clients but is also deeply passionate about doing so. With extensive experience, our team is adept at handling different forms of IPs including trademarks, copyrights, designs, geographical indications, and patents.
We extend our support to clients not only in India but also across the Indian Sub-Continent and other parts of the world.
Our specialized offerings include:
IP Ideation, Identification, and Protection: Assisting clients in identifying the appropriate IP for their business, devising strategies for optimal IP protection, conducting searches to determine availability for registration and use, and conducting freedom-to-operate/use clearance searches. We also facilitate the registration of IP with relevant authorities.
Contentious Matters (Non-Litigation): Handling various types of contentious matters before different forums and devising commercially-driven enforcement strategies. This encompasses managing oppositions and rectifications before IP Offices and Courts, enforcing rights through the Internet including domain name transfer/cancellations and take-down-stay-down requests, and enforcing rights at international borders through Indian Customs.
IP Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in various Courts in India to enforce and defend their IP rights, both civilly and criminally. Our team specializes in handling complex litigations involving different IPs and strategizing and executing anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy enforcement actions. We collaborate closely with enforcement authorities to execute litigation strategies and enforcement actions effectively.
IP Commercial and Transactional Support: Providing support on complex commercial transactions and devising strategies for commercializing IP. In addition to conducting audits and due diligence, we advise clients on structuring their IP in acquisitions, investments, and other commercial transactions. We also assist in matters related to the sale/license of trademarks, licensing of content, software development agreements, technology transfers, and patent and knowhow licenses.
Our commitment to excellence and our dedication to safeguarding our clients’ IP assets make us a trusted partner in navigating the intricate landscape of intellectual property rights.
In today’s globalized financial landscape, debt transactions in India, whether domestic or external commercial borrowings, necessitate a deep understanding of the legal framework governing them, particularly the policies set forth by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
At Delta Deccan, we represent a diverse clientele comprising institutional lenders such as global banks, non-banking financial companies, broking houses, investment advisors, borrowers, and issuers in a wide array of financial transactions.
Our areas of expertise encompass:
Our team provides comprehensive advisory services, including conducting due diligence, drafting term sheets, and preparing a range of financing documents. These documents include facility agreements, common terms agreements, intercreditor agreements, accounts agreements, security trust deeds, and various security documentation like assignments, legal mortgages, hypothecations, share pledges, and guarantees.
With a keen understanding of the regulatory landscape and a wealth of experience in financial transactions, we are committed to delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs and objectives of our clients.
In today’s globalized financial landscape, debt transactions in India, whether domestic or external commercial borrowings, necessitate a deep understanding of the legal framework governing them, particularly the policies set forth by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
At Delta Deccan, we represent a diverse clientele comprising institutional lenders such as global banks, non-banking financial companies, broking houses, investment advisors, borrowers, and issuers in a wide array of financial transactions.
Our areas of expertise encompass:
Our team provides comprehensive advisory services, including conducting due diligence, drafting term sheets, and preparing a range of financing documents. These documents include facility agreements, common terms agreements, intercreditor agreements, accounts agreements, security trust deeds, and various security documentation like assignments, legal mortgages, hypothecations, share pledges, and guarantees.
With a keen understanding of the regulatory landscape and a wealth of experience in financial transactions, we are committed to delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs and objectives of our clients.
Delta Deccan’s Direct Tax practice offers a comprehensive range of tax services aimed at assisting clients in navigating the complexities of an ever-evolving tax landscape. Our team is equipped with the expertise to address various tax-related challenges across multiple disciplines. Here are some of our key competencies:
Transaction Tax Services: Our experienced professionals provide guidance on intricate tax and regulatory aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, equity investments, and divestitures. We offer end-to-end support, including transaction structuring, deal negotiation, capital structuring, and execution assistance.
Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution: We specialize in advising and representing clients in managing tax controversies, both domestically and internationally. Our expertise spans Indian appellate forums, where we develop litigation strategies, assist in filing appeals and writs, and represent clients before tax appellate fora and the Authority for Advance Rulings. Our team handles various complex tax matters, including tax avoidance allegations, corporate reorganizations, tax treatments on leasing transactions, and cross-border tax issues.
Corporate Insolvency: We advise clients on the tax implications of restructuring to safeguard against insolvency proceedings and assist in managing tax implications during the resolution process under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). Our services cover areas such as debt-to-equity conversion, distressed sales, debt waiver, and equity issuances.
Tax and Regulatory Policy Support: Our partners advocate for businesses and industry coalitions before regulatory bodies and policymakers on diverse issues such as foreign direct investment (FDI) regulations, withholding tax matters, and loss carry-forwards. We represent clients before authorities like the Reserve Bank of India and the Central Board of Direct Taxes.
Tax Advisory and Planning – Domestic & International: With extensive experience in domestic and international tax matters, we assist clients in identifying and implementing tax planning strategies. Our services include advising on general anti-avoidance rules (GAAR), tax treaty benefits, place of effective management, and cross-border transactions.
Succession Planning / Private Client: Our team assists families in designing ownership structures to facilitate efficient wealth inheritance. We advise on asset distribution, family settlements, and the formation, investment, and divestment by family offices.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing tailored tax solutions that address the unique needs and objectives of our clients, ensuring compliance with tax laws and optimizing tax outcomes.
Delta Deccan’s legal professionals have represented a diverse clientele comprising lenders, borrowers, shareholders, and international institutions across various sectors. These sectors include electricity, coal, gas, renewable energy, roads, hospitals, rail, water, mines and minerals, ports, logistics and aviation.
Our Projects & Project Finance team offers comprehensive advisory services on a variety of matters, including:
Bid Documentation and Regulatory Advice: We assist clients in drafting bid documentation for project development and provide regulatory advice to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations..
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) Rules: Our team offers guidance on FDI and ECB rules pertaining to project financing, helping clients navigate the regulatory landscape effectively.
Bankability and Risk Mitigation: We assess the bankability of project structures, allocate risks, and develop strategies for effective risk mitigation to enhance the viability and success of projects.
Agreements and Documentation: Our expertise extends to negotiating and drafting various agreements essential for project development and financing, including concession agreements, construction contracts, FIDIC contracts, operation & maintenance agreements, performance bonds, licenses, and ancillary documentation.
Finance and Security Documentation: We assist clients in preparing finance and security documentation, including joint venture and equity subscription arrangements, loan documentation, intercreditor arrangements, and addressing security and guarantee issues throughout the project lifecycle, from term sheet to execution.
At Delta Deccan, we are dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel and meticulous attention to detail to support our clients in navigating complex projects and achieving their business objectives successfully.
Delta Deccan’s Mergers & Acquisitions practice offers strategic counsel to both buyers and sellers involved in a diverse range of share purchase and asset purchase transactions across various business sectors, encompassing private and publicly listed companies.
Our Mergers & Acquisitions team specializes in the following areas:
Structuring M&A Deals: We provide advice on structuring issues inherent in M&A transactions, including guidance on Competition Law compliance to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Negotiating Transactions: Our team excels in negotiating M&A transactions, leveraging our expertise to secure favourable terms and outcomes for our clients.
Tax-Efficient Transactions: We assist in implementing transactions in the most tax-efficient manner, considering jurisdictional considerations and employing optimal instruments to minimize tax liabilities.
Legal Due Diligence: We conduct thorough legal due diligence with a focus on industry-specific nuances to identify potential risks and opportunities associated with M&A transactions.
Drafting and Reviewing Documentation: Our services include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements essential to M&A transactions, such as term sheets, non-disclosure agreements, disclosure letters, and definitive agreements including share purchase agreements, non-compete agreements, escrow agreements, stock-swap agreements, employment agreements, and other related documentation.
Corporate and Securities Law Compliance: We advise on legal and compliance issues under corporate and securities law, including compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) takeover code, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) policy, listing and regulatory requirements, approvals, and filings.
Merger Approvals: Our team represents clients before High Courts for merger approvals, ensuring seamless compliance with regulatory processes and requirements.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing comprehensive and strategic legal support throughout the M&A process, facilitating smooth transactions and maximizing value for our clients.
Delta Deccan’s legal professionals have extensive experience representing high networth individuals in various private client matters, including the establishment and management of family offices, wealth and succession planning, and involvement in not for profit activities.
Our lawyers offer advice on a wide range of matters, including:
Structuring Family and Personal Investments and Assets: We provide guidance on structuring investments and managing personal assets to optimize financial outcomes and minimize risks.
Testamentary Documents: Our team assists clients in the preparation and review of testamentary documents such as wills and codicils to ensure their wishes regarding asset distribution and estate planning are accurately reflected and legally enforceable.
Establishing and Structuring Family Offices and Trusts: We offer comprehensive support in establishing and structuring family offices and trusts, including advising on the most suitable legal structures and drafting necessary documentation to meet our clients’ specific needs and objectives.
Family Settlement Agreements: We assist in negotiating and drafting family settlement agreements to resolve disputes and ensure harmonious relationships among family members while safeguarding their interests and assets.
Bespoke Agreements, Contracts, and Documents: Our lawyers specialize in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing bespoke agreements, contracts, and documents tailored to meet the unique requirements of our clients, whether for personal or business purposes.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing personalized legal advice and solutions to our high net-worth clients, helping them effectively manage their wealth, plan for the future, and achieve their personal and financial goals.
Delta Deccan’s team offers comprehensive advisory services to investors and technology companies, addressing a wide range of transactional and regulatory matters within the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) sector.
Our Technology, Media & Telecommunications practice provides guidance on:
Regulatory Framework: We advise on the regulatory framework governing the ownership and provision of online goods and services, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Commerce & Electronic Data Interchange: We offer advice on commerce and electronic data interchange, facilitating smooth transactions and data exchange in digital environments.
E-Retail Conversion: We assist businesses in transitioning from traditional brickand-mortar retail to e-retail, optimizing their online presence and operations.
Cloud-Based Software Delivery: We provide guidance on cloud-based delivery of software, including Software as a Service (SAAS), Infrastructure as a Service (IAAS), and Platform as a Service (PAAS) model implementation, ensuring efficient software delivery.
Investments and Exits: We help structure investments and exits in the TMT sector, facilitating strategic transactions and maximizing value for investors and stakeholders.
Equity Subscription and Shareholders Agreements: We draft, negotiate, and review equity subscription and shareholders agreements to safeguard the interests of parties involved in technology transactions.
Commercial Agreements: We draft, negotiate, and review commercial agreements related to technology, media, and telecommunications transactions, ensuring clarity and protection of rights.
Regulatory Compliance: We provide regulatory advice and communication with regulators or governmental authorities in unregulated sectors, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Foreign Direct Investment and Competition Law: We address issues related to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Competition Law, ensuring compliance with competition regulations and optimizing investment strategies.
Privacy and Data Protection: We advise on privacy and data protection laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and protecting sensitive data in the digital landscape.
Dispute Resolution: We assist in disputes resolution within the TMT sector, employing effective strategies for dispute resolution and litigation when necessary.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing strategic legal counsel and practical solutions to navigate the complex legal and regulatory landscape of the TMT sector, enabling our clients to achieve their business objectives efficiently and effectively.
Delta Deccan’s Real Estate team provides comprehensive advisory services to developers, corporates, and individuals, covering a spectrum of transactions and regulatory issues within the real estate sector.
Our services include:
Due Diligence: Conducting thorough due diligence to assess legal risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements before entering into real estate transactions.
Regulatory Matters: Advising on regulatory matters pertaining to land acquisition and leases, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
Drafting, Reviewing, and Negotiating Agreements: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements, including joint development agreements, purchase agreements, lease agreements, and license agreements, to protect the interests of our clients.
Land Acquisition: Assisting business enterprises and development companies in the acquisition of land, providing guidance on legal procedures and regulatory compliance.
Mortgage and Security Registration: Facilitating mortgage and security registration processes, addressing applicable stamp duty issues, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Leases, Licenses, and Disputes: Advising on leases, leave and licenses, mortgages, and service charge disputes, and providing legal assistance in matters related to legislation concerning land and land usage.
Real Estate Disputes: Representing clients in real estate and immovable property disputes, offering strategic legal counsel and advocacy to resolve conflicts effectively.
At Delta Deccan, our Real Estate team is dedicated to providing tailored legal solutions and strategic guidance to our clients, ensuring smooth transactions and mitigating legal risks in the dynamic real estate market.
Delta Deccan’s Insolvency & Restructuring group offers comprehensive advisory services to a diverse clientele, including creditors, debtors, guarantors, directors, insolvency professionals, resolution applicants, and trustees, in matters concerning the restructuring, liquidation, and winding up of businesses under the Indian Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC). One of our partners is a qualified insolvency resolution professional, ensuring expertise and proficiency in this domain.
Our services encompass:
Provisions and Processes under the IBC: Advising clients on the provisions and processes outlined in the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, guiding them through the intricacies of insolvency proceedings.
Moratorium Period and Insolvency Resolution Process: Clarifying rights and obligations during the moratorium period and the insolvency resolution process, ensuring compliance and protecting the interests of stakeholders.
Expression of Interest Preparation: Assisting in the preparation of the expression of interest for the insolvency resolution process, facilitating participation and engagement with potential resolution applicants.
Legal Due Diligence: Conducting legal due diligence of corporate debtors, identifying risks and opportunities, and providing insights to support informed decision-making.
Restructuring Plans: Negotiating, preparing, and finalizing restructuring plans tailored to the specific needs of clients, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and stakeholder interests.
Asset Recoveries and Clawback: Assessing potential asset recoveries and clawback mechanisms, maximizing returns for creditors and stakeholders within the framework of insolvency proceedings.
Implementation of Restructuring Plans: Facilitating the implementation of restructuring plans through strategic sales, slump sales, demergers, and auctions, optimizing outcomes for all parties involved.
Compliance with Applicable Law: Ensuring compliance of restructuring activities with applicable laws, including the Competition Act, SEBI Regulations, and the Foreign Exchange Management Act, to mitigate legal risks.
Insolvent Liquidations and Voluntary Winding-ups: Providing guidance and support in the implementation of insolvent liquidations and voluntary windingups, navigating the legal complexities of the process.
Cross-border Insolvency: Advising on cross-border insolvency matters, particularly in the context of the UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross-Border Insolvency, facilitating seamless resolution across jurisdictions.
Asset Freezing and Injunctions: Assisting in asset freezing overseas and obtaining injunctions against parallel proceedings during the moratorium period, protecting the interests of clients and maintaining the integrity of insolvency proceedings.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing strategic legal counsel and practical solutions to navigate the complexities of insolvency and restructuring, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Delta Deccan’s litigation and dispute resolution practice offers comprehensive legal support to a diverse clientele, including corporate entities, government bodies, investors, shareholders, lenders, directors, and other institutions, addressing civil matters before the courts and commercial disputes before arbitration forums in India and overseas.
Our litigation and dispute resolution team represents clients on a broad spectrum of matters, including:
Civil Matters Before Courts: Handling writ litigation, corporate litigation, original side appeals, and tax matters before the High Courts and the Supreme Court of India.
Intellectual Property Disputes: Prosecuting and defending actions related to infringement of patents, trademarks, copyrights, designs, and confidential information before relevant judicial forums.
Corporate Litigation: Representing clients in corporate litigation matters before Company Law Boards, addressing various corporate disputes and governance issues.
Contractual and Commercial Disputes: Resolving contractual and commercial disputes, including injunctive and specific performance actions, shareholder disputes, distributor, franchise, and licensing agreement disputes, and enforcement of noncompete and non-solicit obligations.
Tort Actions: Handling disputes arising from torts, including negligence and defamation claims, and providing strategic legal representation to protect our clients’ interests.
Property Disputes: Addressing disputes related to property, including matters concerning sale, lease, mortgage, joint development transactions, and claims for damages.
Electricity Regulatory Matters: Representing clients in disputes related to power purchase agreements, tariffs, wheeling, banking arrangements, and grant of open access before Electricity Regulatory Commissions.
Arbitration Proceedings: Handling arbitration proceedings across all practice areas, including obtaining injunctive relief from courts prior to, during, and postarbitration proceedings, and enforcement of arbitral awards.
Debt Recovery Matters: Advising and representing clients in actions under the Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act (1993) before Debt Recovery Tribunals and Appellate Tribunals, and providing guidance on matters related to the SARFAESI Act.
Tax Litigation: Handling proceedings before Tax Tribunals and quasi-judicial authorities, and litigation concerning Sales Tax, Value Added Tax, Service Tax, Customs, and Excise Duty.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing robust legal representation and strategic advocacy to resolve disputes effectively and protect the interests of our clients across diverse legal landscapes.
Delta Deccan’s competition law team offers comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions in antitrust and competition law to its clients. With involvement in some of India’s most high-profile antitrust matters, the team routinely represents complainants and defends companies, including leniency applicants, before various judicial and regulatory bodies such as the Supreme Court, National Company Law Appellate Tribunal, Competition Commission of India, Director General, and High Courts.
Our team possesses deep knowledge and experience in handling merger control issues, particularly in complex cross-border transactions, acquisitions, mergers, and joint ventures. This expertise enables us to advise clients effectively in devising merger control strategies to obtain approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI).
Furthermore, our team specializes in various sectors including e-commerce, technology, telecommunications, shipping, automobile, cement, retail, and consumer goods. This sector-specific expertise allows us to understand the nuances of each industry and effectively protect our clients’ unique interests.
In addition to merger control, our team regularly advises on a range of competition law issues, including:
Cartels and Horizontal Agreements: Providing guidance on issues related to cartels and horizontal agreements, ensuring compliance with competition regulations.
Vertical Restraints (Agreements): Advising on vertical restraints and agreements to ensure they adhere to competition law principles.
Compliance (Training) and Audit: Offering compliance training and conducting audits to ensure adherence to competition law requirements.
Dawn Raid Preparedness and Training: Assisting clients in preparing for dawn raids and providing training to handle such situations effectively.
Bidding (Bid Rigging) and Public Procurement: Advising on bidding processes and public procurement, ensuring compliance with competition laws.
Follow-on Damages: Providing guidance on follow-on damages arising from competition law violations.
Abuse of Dominance: Advising on issues related to abuse of dominance, protecting clients from unfair practices in the market.
Merger Control Filing: Assisting clients in the preparation and filing of merger control notifications with the Competition Commission of India.
At Delta Deccan, our competition law team is dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel and practical solutions to navigate the complex landscape of competition law, ensuring compliance and protecting our clients’ interests effectively.
Delta Deccan’s government and regulatory team offers comprehensive advisory and representation services to clients across various sectors, addressing a wide array of matters before different regulators and government bodies in India.
Our team advises clients on:
Sector-Specific Legal Reforms and Policy Making: Providing guidance on sector specific legal reforms and policy-making initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Stakeholder Representations: Advocating on behalf of clients before government and regulatory authorities, both in support of existing regulations and proposed legislation. This includes representation on IT and Data Security laws, Payment and Financial Technology laws, and laws regulating the consumer internet sector.
Industry Impact Analyses: Conducting thorough analyses of the impact of regulatory changes across various sectors, assisting clients in understanding the implications and adapting their business strategies accordingly.
Business Restructuring: Advising clients on business restructuring in response to changes in laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and maximizing operational efficiency.
Environmental and Health and Safety Regulation: Providing guidance on environmental and health and safety regulations across sectors, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and promoting sustainable business practices.
Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Assisting clients in navigating legal frameworks related to public-private partnerships and tendering services to the private sector, facilitating smooth collaboration between government entities and private enterprises.
Regulatory Frameworks for Specific Sectors: Offering insights into overall regulatory frameworks governing specific sectors, including e-commerce, travel, and hospitality, helping clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
RBI Regulations: Advising on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations across different business sectors, particularly in areas such as equity investments, foreign debt financing, and Indian overseas direct investment by way of debt or equity.
Business Approvals and Authorizations: Assisting clients in obtaining business related approvals and authorizations from regulatory bodies, streamlining regulatory compliance processes.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing strategic legal counsel and practical solutions to our clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering successful business outcomes in a dynamic regulatory environment.
Delta Deccan’s manufacturing team provides comprehensive advisory services to clients, addressing a wide range of matters essential to the manufacturing sector:
General Corporate and Commercial Matters: Offering guidance on corporate structures, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day operational issues.
Corporate Governance: Assisting clients in establishing robust corporate governance frameworks to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, and Exits: Advising on strategic transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and exit strategies, from negotiation to execution.
Business Reorganizations and Slump Sales: Providing legal support in business reorganizations, including slump sales, to optimize efficiency and achieve business objectives.
Financing and Security: Assisting clients in securing financing, negotiating financing agreements, and establishing security interests to protect assets.
Governmental & Regulatory Policies: Advising on governmental and regulatory policies impacting the manufacturing industry, obtaining licenses, approvals, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
Real Estate Matters: Handling real estate transactions, including acquisitions, leases, and property development projects, to support manufacturing operations.
Sales, Manufacturing, Tooling, and Supply Chain Agreements: Drafting and negotiating agreements related to sales, manufacturing processes, tooling, and supply chain management to ensure smooth operations and mitigate risks.
Employment and Labour Law: Providing guidance on employment matters, including compliance with labour laws, employee contracts, and dispute resolution.
Competition Law Advice: Offering advice on competition law matters to ensure compliance with antitrust regulations and avoid anti-competitive practices.
Intellectual Property Management and Protection: Advising on intellectual property strategies, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, to protect innovations and brand assets.
Product Liability and Consumer Protection: Assisting in managing product liability risks and ensuring compliance with consumer protection laws to maintain consumer trust and mitigate legal exposure.
Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in dispute resolution proceedings, including arbitration and litigation, to resolve conflicts efficiently and protect their interests.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing tailored legal solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by clients in the manufacturing sector, helping them navigate complex legal landscapes and achieve their business goals.
Delta Deccan’s team has provided comprehensive legal counsel to a diverse clientele, including sponsors, shareholders, buyers, sellers, contractors, and lenders, across various energy, infrastructure, and natural resource transactions.
Within these sectors, our team has handled a spectrum of matters both domestically in India and internationally, encompassing:
Formation of Joint Ventures: Assisting clients in establishing joint ventures for collaborative projects, ensuring effective structuring and governance.
Acquisition or Disposal of Stakes: Advising on the acquisition or divestment of ownership interests in existing projects, facilitating smooth transactions and mitigating risks.
Project Financing: Providing legal support for project financing of greenfield developments, including structuring financing arrangements and negotiating financing documents.
Refinancing: Advising on the refinancing of existing projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and optimizing financial arrangements.
Corporate, Commercial, Regulatory, and Dispute Resolution Advice: Offering comprehensive legal guidance on corporate governance, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution strategies.
Delta Deccan’s energy practice encompasses advice on thermal and renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, hydro, and biomass projects.
Our infrastructure practice includes guidance on the construction, financing, and operation of various infrastructure projects such as roads, railways, airports, ports, logistics, water, and waste management projects, including through PPP or EPC models.
Additionally, our natural resources practice provides advice on oil and gas and mining projects.
Our Energy, Infrastructure & Natural Resources lawyers offer a wide range of services, including:
Reviewing tender documents and preparing bid documentation.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating joint venture, shareholder, and equity subscription agreements for special project vehicles.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating off-take and supply contracts.
Advising on regulatory and environmental frameworks.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating concession agreements, EPC contracts, FIDIC contracts, operation & maintenance agreements, licenses, and other ancillary documentation.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating financing and security documentation.
Advising on termination of project agreements and potential liabilities.
Providing guidance on dispute resolution strategies for distressed projects.
Conducting legal due diligence exercises.
Advising on land acquisition matters.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to delivering tailored legal solutions that address the unique needs and challenges of our clients in the energy, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors, enabling them to achieve their business objectives efficiently and effectively.
Delta Deccan’s dedicated team has collaborated with prominent Indian companies, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and multinational corporations (MNCs) in the automobile sector, offering expert legal counsel on a broad spectrum of matters, including:
General Corporate and Commercial Matters: Providing guidance on corporate structures, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day operational issues within the automotive industry.
Corporate Governance: Assisting clients in establishing and maintaining effective corporate governance practices to ensure transparency and compliance with legal requirements.
Land and Real Estate Matters: Advising on land acquisitions, property development projects, leases, and real estate transactions relevant to automobile manufacturing and distribution facilities.
Joint Ventures, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Slump Sales: Supporting clients in structuring and executing strategic partnerships, acquisitions, mergers, and slump sales within the automotive sector.
Manufacturing, Tooling, and Supply Chain Agreements: Drafting and negotiating agreements related to manufacturing processes, tooling, and supply chain management to streamline operations and ensure quality control.
Licensing and Regulatory Approvals: Assisting clients in obtaining necessary licenses, permits, and regulatory approvals required for automotive manufacturing, distribution, and sales.
Intellectual Property Registration and Protection: Advising on the registration, protection, and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, to safeguard innovations and brand assets.
Employment and Labour Law: Providing guidance on employment contracts, labour laws, and employee relations matters relevant to the automotive industry workforce.
Dealer and Distributor Arrangements: Drafting and negotiating agreements with dealers and distributors, while also providing advice on competition law implications and regulatory compliance.
Product Liability and Consumer Complaints: Assisting in managing product liability risks, handling consumer complaints, and ensuring compliance with consumer protection laws.
Product Recall and Warranties: Advising on product recall procedures, warranties, and compliance with regulatory requirements to maintain consumer trust and meet legal obligations.
Financing and Security Documentation: Assisting in securing financing for automotive projects and drafting financing agreements and security documentation to protect financial interests.
Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in arbitration and litigation proceedings, including disputes related to contracts, intellectual property, employment, and consumer issues, to resolve conflicts effectively and protect legal rights.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing proactive and strategic legal support tailored to the unique needs of clients in the automotive sector, enabling them to navigate legal complexities and achieve their business objectives with confidence.
Delta Deccan’s accomplished legal team has extensive experience representing a diverse array of entities in the education sector, ranging from educational institutions at all levels to education technology companies, vocational training providers, venture capital and private equity funds, real estate entities, and corporate entities venturing into education.
Our legal services encompass:
Legal Structures for Educational Institutions: Advising on the establishment and structuring of educational institutions, including the selection of appropriate legal structures such as joint ventures, franchising arrangements, and other business models to meet specific objectives.
Financing Models: Providing guidance on financing options for educational institutions, including equity and debt financing, to support their growth and development initiatives.
Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documentation: Assisting clients in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing a wide range of legal agreements essential for educational operations, including equity subscription agreements, shareholders agreements, service agreements, technology agreements, and other relevant documentation.
Legal Due Diligence: Conducting comprehensive legal due diligence to assess regulatory compliance, contractual obligations, intellectual property rights, and other legal aspects associated with educational ventures, ensuring informed decision-making and risk mitigation.
At Delta Deccan, we are dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel and pragmatic solutions tailored to the unique needs and challenges of clients in the education sector, facilitating their growth and success in an evolving educational landscape.
Delta Deccan’s Fund Formation practice is dedicated to providing strategic counsel to venture capital firms, hedge funds, private equity funds, mezzanine funds, and infrastructure funds in structuring investment vehicles tailored to their unique needs and objectives.
Our comprehensive services in Fund Formation encompass:
Structuring Offshore and Onshore Funds: Advising on the optimal structure for investment vehicles, considering factors such as tax implications, regulatory requirements, and investor preferences.
Selection of Investment Vehicles: Recommending appropriate investment vehicles, including limited liability partnerships, pass-through trusts, companies, and protected cell companies, based on the specific objectives and constraints of the fund.
Incorporation and Documentation: Assisting in the incorporation of the fund and drafting essential documentation related to its constitution, including private placement memoranda, investment management agreements, investment advisory agreements, and other necessary legal documents.
Management and Advisory Entities: Advising on the establishment and structuring of management and advisory entities associated with the fund, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Regulatory Approvals: Facilitating the regulatory approval process and assisting clients in obtaining necessary approvals from regulatory authorities, guiding them through the regulatory landscape to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
At Delta Deccan, we combine legal expertise with a deep understanding of the fund formation process to provide clients with tailored solutions that meet their investment objectives while navigating the complexities of the regulatory environment.
Delta Deccan’s dedicated hospitality team provides comprehensive legal counsel to a diverse clientele, including hotels, restaurants, resort businesses, theme parks, health and fitness operators, and leisure complexes. Our expertise covers a wide spectrum of matters within the hospitality sector, ensuring our clients receive tailored solutions to meet their specific needs.
Our services include:
Structuring Equity Investments: Advising on the structuring of equity investments in the hospitality sector, ensuring optimal investment structures that align with our clients’ strategic objectives.
Management and Operation Agreements: Drafting and negotiating hotel management and operation agreements, as well as ancillary agreements covering brand licensing, outsourcing, and intellectual property, to safeguard our clients’ interests in their hospitality ventures.
Marketing and Distribution Agreements: Assisting clients in negotiating marketing agreements, distribution agreements, and franchising agreements to effectively promote and expand their hospitality businesses.
Project Development and Acquisition: Providing legal support for project development, construction, and acquisition of new and existing hospitality projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigating risks.
Joint Ventures and Mergers & Acquisitions: Advising on joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and exits in the hospitality sector, facilitating strategic transactions and maximizing value for our clients.
Licensing and Approvals: Assisting clients in obtaining necessary licenses and approvals for their hospitality ventures, navigating regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance.
Regulatory Compliance and Health & Safety: Providing guidance on regulatory compliance and health and safety standards applicable to the hospitality industry, helping clients maintain operational excellence and mitigate legal risks.
Real Estate and Land Use: Advising on real estate matters and land use regulations relevant to hospitality projects, facilitating smooth transactions and development processes.
Intellectual Property Management: Advising on intellectual property management and protection strategies to safeguard our clients’ brands and proprietary assets in the competitive hospitality market.
Finance, Security, and Restructuring: Assisting clients in securing financing, structuring security arrangements, and navigating restructuring processes to optimize financial outcomes for hospitality projects.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in litigation and dispute resolution matters arising in the hospitality sector, employing effective strategies to resolve conflicts and protect our clients’ interests.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing strategic legal counsel and practical solutions to support the success and growth of our clients’ hospitality businesses in a dynamic and competitive industry landscape.
Delta Deccan’s dedicated insurance team offers comprehensive legal counsel to clients operating within the insurance sector, addressing various regulatory, tax, commercial, and technological challenges. With our extensive expertise, we provide tailored solutions to navigate the complexities of the insurance industry.
Our insurance practice covers a wide range of areas, including:
Risk Transfer: Advising on complex forms of risk transfer, including insurance and reinsurance arrangements, to help clients effectively manage and mitigate risks.
General Insurance and Business Conduct: Providing guidance on the conduct of general insurance and business operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Cross-Border Litigation and Arbitration: Assisting clients in cross-border litigation and arbitration matters related to insurance disputes, employing effective strategies to protect their interests.
Cross-Border Regulation: Advising on cross-border regulatory issues affecting the insurance sector, facilitating compliance with regulatory frameworks in different jurisdictions.
Demutualization and Outsourcing Transactions: Guiding clients through demutualization processes and outsourcing transactions, ensuring smooth transitions and regulatory compliance.
Development of Financial Products: Assisting in the development of innovative financial products tailored to the insurance sector, addressing emerging market trends and regulatory requirements.
Mergers & Acquisitions: Advising on mergers and acquisitions within the insurance industry, facilitating strategic transactions and maximizing value for our clients.
At Delta Deccan, we leverage our deep understanding of the insurance sector and our multidisciplinary approach to provide strategic legal advice that enables our clients to navigate regulatory complexities, manage risks effectively, and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the dynamic insurance market.
In India, the signing of the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for Nuclear Damage and the enactment of domestic Civil Nuclear Liability Law mark significant milestones, opening doors for foreign contractors to engage in nuclear power projects in the country.
Amidst this evolving landscape, Delta Deccan’s dedicated team offers valuable legal counsel on various aspects, including:
Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Contracts: Providing guidance on drafting and negotiating EPC contracts tailored to the specific requirements of nuclear power projects, ensuring clarity on roles, responsibilities, and project timelines.
Component Supply Contracts: Assisting clients in structuring and negotiating contracts for the supply of critical components and equipment for nuclear power plants, addressing issues such as quality standards, delivery schedules, and warranty provisions.
Supplier Liability for Third-Party Claims: Advising suppliers on their potential liabilities for third-party claims arising from nuclear accidents or incidents, and implementing risk mitigation strategies to protect their interests.
Joint Ventures for Equipment Supply: Facilitating the formation of joint ventures among equipment suppliers to enhance collaboration, pool resources, and share risks in supplying equipment for nuclear projects.
Obligations under the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for Nuclear Damage: Ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for Nuclear Damage, including obligations related to liability limits, compensation mechanisms, and dispute resolution procedures.
Delta Deccan’s expertise in the nuclear energy sector, coupled with our understanding of international conventions and domestic regulations, enables us to provide strategic legal advice that supports our clients’ participation and success in Indian nuclear power projects.
Delta Deccan’s renewable energy team stands as a trusted advisor to sponsors, developers, lenders, private investment funds, and contractors operating within the solar, wind, and hydro sectors. Our comprehensive legal support spans various facets of renewable energy projects, from inception to operation, and encompasses project development, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution.
Specifically, our team offers expertise in the following areas:
Project Bidding and Development: Assisting clients in navigating project bidding processes and addressing licensing and regulatory compliance issues crucial for project development in the renewable energy sector.
Asset Construction and Operation: Providing legal guidance on all aspects of asset construction and operation, including Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts, as well as Operation and Maintenance (O&M) agreements.
Off-take Arrangements: Advising on off-take arrangements, which involve energy trading, Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) and Certified Emission Reduction (CER) purchase agreements, ensuring compliance and effective risk management.
Equipment Supply and Warranty Agreements: Drafting and negotiating contracts related to equipment supply and warranty, safeguarding clients’ interests in procuring essential components for renewable energy projects.
Project Financing: Facilitating project financing through a combination of debt and equity, structuring financing arrangements to meet the unique needs of each project and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Project Acquisitions and Disposals: Assisting clients in the acquisition and disposal of renewable energy projects, conducting due diligence and navigating regulatory approvals for seamless transactions.
Project Disputes: Representing clients in resolving project-related disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation, employing effective strategies to protect clients’ interests.
Title Due Diligence and Land Acquisition: Conducting thorough due diligence on project titles and assisting clients in land acquisition processes, ensuring clear and unencumbered land titles for renewable energy projects.
Delta Deccan’s renewable energy team combines legal acumen with industry knowledge to provide tailored solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities within the renewable energy sector, ultimately facilitating the successful execution of projects and transactions.
Delta Deccan’s team collaborates with a diverse range of funds, companies, and investors, including sector-specific funds such as those focused on technology, ecommerce, healthcare, infrastructure, and real estate.
Our advisory services encompass forward-looking strategies tailored to meet both short and mid-term objectives. Specifically, DELTA DECCAN advises on:
Investment Transaction Structuring: Offering guidance on structuring investment transactions, including the selection of appropriate equity instruments to align with clients’ goals and future needs.
Legal Due Diligence: Conducting comprehensive legal due diligence to assess potential risks and opportunities associated with investment opportunities, ensuring informed decision-making.
Deal Documentation: Drafting and negotiating deal documentation, which may include term sheets, confidentiality agreements, share subscription agreements, share purchase agreements, and shareholders agreements, tailored to meet the specific requirements of each transaction.
Exit Strategies: Advising on exit strategies and facilitating their implementation, enabling clients to maximize returns on their investments through strategic divestment or other exit mechanisms.
Delta Deccan’s collaborative approach, coupled with our deep understanding of various industries and regulatory landscapes, allows us to provide strategic guidance and support throughout the investment lifecycle, ultimately empowering our clients to achieve their investment objectives effectively and efficiently.
Delta Deccan provides advisory services to Indian promoters and companies engaged in raising equity capital and debt instruments on both Indian and overseas exchanges. Our expertise in Capital Markets and International Offerings includes:
International Offerings:
Advising on public offers in international markets while ensuring compliance with Indian exchange control regulations and other regulatory guidelines.
Assisting with documentation for American Depository Receipt (ADR) and Global Depository Receipt (GDR) issuances in accordance with relevant Indian laws and meeting the requirements of underwriters and overseas stock exchanges (in collaboration with foreign counsel).
Conducting legal due diligence to facilitate disclosures by the issuer in the registration statement section of the offering prospectus.
Managing overseas listing requirements by coordinating with foreign counsel and resolving any conflicts between Indian company law and overseas legal requirements.
Advising clients on raising capital using a combination of foreign currency convertible bonds (FCCB) and GDR instruments.
Indian Offerings:
Acting as legal counsel to promoters or issuers in Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) on Indian exchanges.
Providing legal counsel to promoters, issuers, or subscribers in Non-Convertible Debenture (NCD) Issues, Qualified Institutional Placements (QIPs), Preferential Allotments, or Institutional Placement Programs (IPPs).
Conducting due diligence on behalf of investors, lead managers, and issuers to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
At Delta Deccan, we offer comprehensive legal support to clients involved in capital market transactions, facilitating their fundraising efforts and ensuring regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.
Delta Deccan’s Corporate and Commercial Advisory practice offers comprehensive guidance on transactional and regulatory matters, assisting a wide array of entities including companies, directors, shareholders, partnerships, limited liability partnerships (LLPs), trusts, and other business entities.
Our advisory services encompass:
Doing Business in India: Providing guidance on navigating the business landscape in India, including insights into initiatives such as the Make In India campaign aimed at promoting investment and manufacturing in the country.
Structuring and Setting Up Operations: Assisting clients in structuring and establishing their operations in India, including obtaining necessary approvals and complying with regulatory requirements.
Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Advising on legal and regulatory implications relevant to business structures, encompassing Company Law compliance, corporate social responsibility (CSR), directors’ duties, and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) regulations.
Partnership and LLP Matters: Offering guidance on partnership and LLP structures, including formation, governance, and compliance requirements.
Trust Law and Foreign Contributions: Providing legal counsel on trust law matters, including regulations governing foreign contributions and their utilization.
Contract Structuring and Negotiation: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts essential for business operations, including consultancy agreements,confidentiality agreements, services agreements, strategic alliance agreements, distribution agreements, franchising agreements, marketing agreements, and technology licensing agreements.
Commercial Law: Offering advice on various aspects of commercial law relevant to business transactions and operations.
Restructuring and Exit Strategies: Assisting clients in structuring reorganization plans, devising exit strategies, and facilitating winding up procedures, including repatriation of proceeds.
Delta Deccan’s Corporate and Commercial Advisory practice is committed to providing strategic guidance and pragmatic solutions to help clients navigate the complexities of business operations in India, enabling them to achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.
Delta Deccan’s financial services team boasts extensive experience advising a diverse range of entities in the financial sector, including brokers, commercial banks, payment banks, e-payment platforms, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), insurance companies, pension funds, and mutual funds. Our advisory services cover a broad spectrum of services and products tailored to corporate, retail, and institutional customers in the Indian market.
Specifically, our team provides guidance on the following areas:
Setting up Business for Fintech Innovators: Assisting fintech companies in developing and adopting innovative products and services such as e-payment platforms, digital banking solutions, and peer-to-peer lending platforms.
Mergers and Acquisitions: Advising on mergers and acquisitions involving financial institutions and NBFCs, including collaborations with technology companies in India and overseas.
Regulatory Environment: Navigating the regulatory landscape governing foreign currency flows into and out of India, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and requirements.
Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPIs): Advising on FPIs and facilitating FPI registration in accordance with regulatory frameworks.
Deposit-Taking Agencies: Providing insights into regulatory frameworks governing deposit-taking agencies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Basel III Requirements: Anticipating and addressing future Basel III requirements for maintaining capital adequacy, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management.
Consumer Protection: Offering guidance on consumer protection laws and regulations to safeguard the interests of retail customers in financial transactions.
SEBI Regulations: Advising on SEBI regulations pertaining to exchange-traded instruments, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
At Delta Deccan, we are committed to providing comprehensive legal support to financial institutions and entities operating in the dynamic landscape of the Indian financial market.
DELTA DECCAN CORPORATE ADVISORS PVT LTD
182, Kakatiya Nagar, Neredmet
Hyderabad – 500056, Telangana.
CIN : U43299TG2022PTC160758
+91-8008810000