FEMA, FDI & RBI Advisory
Structuring and reporting for foreign investment into India and Indian investment abroad — FDI, ODI, ECB, FLA returns and compounding.
Learn morePractice 04 · Corporate Structuring
Corporate structuring built for growth, investment and control
The right structure makes funding, expansion, succession and exit simpler. We design and implement structures that work across company law, tax and FEMA — not just on paper.
Structure decisions shape every later transaction
Which entity you use, who holds what and where the business and its IP sit will shape every fundraise, acquisition and exit that follows. Fixing a structure later is always more expensive than getting it right early.
We look at your commercial goals, tax position and regulatory constraints together, then implement the structure with the filings, valuations and documentation it needs.
Scope
What we handle
Entity selection & incorporation
Choosing between a private limited company, LLP, OPC or branch, and incorporating with the right capital, objects and shareholding from day one.
Holding & group structures
Holding company and subsidiary structures that separate businesses, ring-fence risk and prepare for investment.
Conversions
Converting partnership firms and private companies into LLPs, LLPs into companies, and private companies into public companies.
Mergers, demergers & amalgamations
Schemes of arrangement — including fast-track mergers for eligible companies — with tax-neutrality and stamp duty planning.
Family business & succession
Structures that separate ownership from management, protect family wealth and plan the next generation’s role.
Inbound & outbound structures
Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies and overseas investments by Indian businesses, in line with FEMA.
Closure & strike-off
Voluntary liquidation and strike-off of dormant companies and LLPs, cleanly and with the required filings.
How we work
How we work
A disciplined path from first review to resolution — with one coordinated team.
Diagnose
We start with your documents, not assumptions — filings, financials, agreements and any notices.
Structure
A written plan with options, risks, costs and timelines, agreed with you before work begins.
Execute
Filings, submissions, documentation and negotiations handled by one coordinated team.
Sustain
Calendars, reviews and monitoring so issues are caught early — and defended if they arise.
FAQ
Corporate Structuring — common questions
Should I set up a private limited company or an LLP?
It depends on your funding plans, how profits will be distributed, your compliance appetite and your tax position. A private limited company is usually preferred if you plan to raise equity; an LLP can suit professional and closely held businesses. We’ll compare both on your facts.
How long does a merger or demerger take?
A scheme through the National Company Law Tribunal typically takes several months, depending on creditor and shareholder approvals and the bench’s timelines. The fast-track route for eligible small companies and holding–subsidiary mergers is usually quicker.
Will restructuring trigger tax?
Many restructurings can be done tax-neutrally if specific conditions are met, but stamp duty, GST and valuation rules still need planning. We map the tax impact before any step is taken.
Can a foreign company own 100% of an Indian subsidiary?
In most sectors, yes, under the automatic route. Some sectors have caps or need government approval, and investors from countries sharing a land border with India need prior approval. We confirm the position for your sector.
Related practices
Often engaged together
Talk to a senior advisor
Share your requirement and we’ll set out the options, timeline and fee before any work begins.