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1. Regulatory Compliance 2. Taxation Challenges 3. Corporate Governance and Investor Rights 4. Data Protection and Privacy Compliance 5. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and KYC Regulations 6. Exit Strategy Challenges White-Collar Criminal Trials VCs May Face 1. Fraudulent Misrepresentation 2. Insider Trading 3. Tax Evasion 4. Bribery and Corruption 5. Money Laundering 6. Breach of Trust … Read More

The Stockholding & Bonds investment sector in India operates under a dynamic regulatory environment governed by a range of legislations, rules, and directives. Companies in this domain encounter numerous legal and compliance challenges, including regulatory scrutiny, adherence to corporate governance standards, and evolving tax and data protection laws. Below is an in-depth analysis of these … Read More

Primary Legal & Compliance Regulatory Challenges in Securities and Exchange Trading & Investment Companies Sector in India 1. Adherence to SEBI Regulations The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), established under the SEBI Act, of 1992, is the apex regulator for securities markets. Companies must comply with its extensive framework, including: 2. Anti-Money Laundering … Read More

The risk capital investment sector in India plays a pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurship and promoting innovation. However, it operates in a highly regulated environment, where legal and compliance challenges are significant due to the complex regulatory frameworks in place. The firms involved in this sector, such as venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) … Read More

Retail banks in India operate in a highly regulated environment, where compliance with various laws, regulations, and industry standards is crucial. Below are the primary challenges they face, along with relevant legislative frameworks, and how these challenges may lead to judicial or quasi-judicial proceedings. 1. Regulatory Compliance and Licensing Key Legislation: Retail banks must comply … Read More

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in India are subject to a complex legal and regulatory landscape that demands strict compliance to ensure smooth operations. As REITs are heavily regulated by various laws and agencies, their management companies may face several legal challenges. Additionally, they may encounter potential white-collar criminal trials in cases of non-compliance or … Read More

Private equity (PE) investment and management companies face several intricate challenges in India due to the country’s dynamic regulatory environment and complex legal framework. These challenges are often multifaceted, ranging from compliance with stringent regulations to navigating complex tax issues and dealing with potential white-collar crimes. Below, we provide a detailed analysis of the legal … Read More

Businesses in the payment processing ecosystem in India are subject to a complex web of legal and regulatory frameworks, which ensures transparency, security, and consumer protection. However, with the rapid evolution of the sector, these companies face several challenges that require a nuanced understanding of the law. Below, we have detailed the primary legal, compliance, … Read More

Non-Banking Financial Corporations (NBFCs) in India operate within a highly regulated environment, governed by various legislations and guidelines. These legal and regulatory frameworks are designed to ensure the financial stability, integrity, and transparency of NBFCs. Below is a refined breakdown of the primary legal challenges NBFCs face and the role Duke & Baron can play … Read More

At Duke & Baron, our commitment lies in delivering unparalleled legal and secretarial services tailored to navigate the complexities of India’s legal and regulatory framework. With an expert team comprising practising criminal advocates, corporate advocates, in-house counsels, and company secretaries, we offer bespoke solutions to address the unique challenges faced by our clients. Our firm’s … Read More