Practice Areas

1. MINING LAW

Mining is a major economic activity in India and it contributes significantly to the economic growth of the country. The Mining Sector in India is highly regulated by various laws, rules, regulations, etc. The principal enactment regulating the mining sector is Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, and rules framed thereunder. The MMDR Act, 1957 offers legislative domain in respect of Major Minerals to the Union Government and delegates the rulemaking powers in respect of minor minerals to the State Government, therefore, the overall legal framework regulating the mines and minerals consists of Principal Legislation i.e. MMDR Act 1957 and framed thereunder by both Central Government and State Governments.

The various laws, rules & regulations and compliance thereof form a critical element in mining today. We, at Vashatkaro Legal, offer sound legal advice and representation covering;

• Procedure for obtaining license/Lease/Permits.
• Advise in transactions.
• Client representations in litigation.
• Representation before the State Government and other authorities.

Our team of professionals has great experience and extensive expertise in counseling and advising the client on transactional or procedural side. On the other side, our group of professionals holds extensive proficiency in representing the client before various forums including, (the Mining Tribunal) Revisional Authority i.e. Ministry of Mines of Govt of India, National Green Tribunal, various High Courts and the Supreme Court of India.

We also represent clients before various state Governments and the Government of India, ensuring a complete, all-embracing, and inclusive solution to all legal hurdles.

2. ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE

Vashatkaro Legal understands that in today's world, every organisation must be avant-garde when it comes to complying with environmental rules and regulations. Many NGOs, Volunteer Organizations, Individuals, Forums, and Associations have expressed concern about corporate activities. Recognizing the need of the day, the firm specializes to handle environmental issues. Over the years, our team has developed not only expertise in this practise area, but also a fruitful and close relationship with ministries and government authorities, assisting and guiding clients for compliances and representations before the State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs), the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), and the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEF& CC).

Clients appreciate our understanding of the constantly changing environmental regulatory landscape, which has propelled our firm to the forefront of environmental law. We provide solid legal counsel and advice on environmental compliance issues, transactions, and disputes involving environmental requirements and potential environmental damages.

Vashatkaro Legal have prioritize their clients concerns and issues before the Tribunals, High Courts, National Green Tribunal and Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in the matters associated with Environment Protection Act 1986, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1974, Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981, Forest (Conservation) Act 1980, Wildlife Protection Act 972, Indian Forest Act 1927, and Biological Diversity Act 2002.

3. WHITE COLLAR CRIME

The increasingly complicated mechanism of criminal laws, as well as increased convictions for white collar crime, are heightening the dangers connected with conducting more complex corporations in India. We assist our clients on all facets of such criminal investigations and proceedings, whether institutional or individual in nature. Anti-bribery and corruption legislation; corporate and accounting fraud; insider trading; data privacy, protection, and security; worldwide statutes such as the FCPA and UKBA; corporate compliance; and money laundering are common sources of white collar crime in India.

The team of Vashatkaro Legal have Advocates who are criminal law specialists with in-depth knowledge, experience, and comprehension of criminal jurisprudence, investigative procedures, bail and detention, and trial procedures. Our Advocates represent clients before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Crime Branch, Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Special Investigation Team (SIT), Serious Fraud Investigation Office, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (SFIO), Enforcement Directorate (ED), and the Department of Revenue Intelligence (DRI).

4. ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING LAW

At Vashatkaro Legal, we advise businesses, financial institutions, and other clients on the complicated and ever-changing world of anti-money laundering, or PMLA. Our team of legal experts advises clients and has the necessary resources and expertise to provide a single source and effective response to all enforcement and legal actions that they may face, as well as compliance and due diligence services to clients who may anticipate such risks in the current environment. The firm has expertise and is a pioneer in advising on issues and obligations related to this law, such as preparation, drafting, and representation before the Enforcement Directorate, Prosecution Proceedings before the Special Court (i.e. Court of Session), the Adjudicating Authority, New Delhi, The Appellate Tribunal, New Delhi, and Writs/Appeals before Hon'ble High Courts/ Hon'ble Supreme Court.

5. CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW

As a consumer, you have a few basic rights and at Vashatkaro Legal, we assist you in understanding and exercising your rights as a consumer to ensure that you receive the finest possible service as a consumer. We assist you in utilising your consumer rights to compel the businesses to meet your expectations.

Despite claims to the contrary, there are several legal instruments available to safeguard consumers. Knowing what these instruments are and how to use them to protect your consumer rights is essential when dealing with unscrupulous businesses. If you have been mislead by deceptive advertising or cheated by unethical business practises, we can assist you through our consumer protection practice. At Vashatkaro Legal, we help you understand your rights and how to enforce them for your own safety. Whether you need to know your rights, defend yourself from unscrupulous actors, or seek justice, our Consumer Protection Advocates are here to assist you.

6. CIVIL LITIGATION

When assisting clients with their legal disputes, Vashatkaro Legal strive to find creative and efficient alternatives to traditional litigation. We do not advocate for unnecessary litigation and instead strive for an amicable settlement that is in the best interests of the client. If our conciliation efforts fail to produce satisfactory results, we then expedite the litigation process in order to meet our client's objectives in a timely manner. Our Firm's approach to legal needs distinguishes itself through the high-quality legal representation and strategic advice we provide to our clients, which combines years of extensive litigation practise and corporate expertise. Our goal is to consistently represent our clients, both corporate and individual, with a creative yet personalised but realistic resolution that confirms to the highest standards.

Our firm handles all aspects of litigation with respect to Mining and Mineral Laws, Environment Laws, Service Laws, Anti-Corruption & Compliance, Banking & Finance, Insurance Law, Family Law, Competition Law, Corporate & Commercial, Regulatory & Compliance, Litigation & Arbitration, Insolvency Law, Real Estate, Tax (Direct & Indirect), Cyber laws, and domain name disputes before various competent law authorities in India. These core competencies enable us to better understand the needs of our esteemed clients, regardless of their size or field of business.

7. CRIMINAL LITIGATION

Criminal law is the body of law that deals with crime. It defines conduct that is viewed as threatening, hurtful, or otherwise hazardous to the property, health, safety, and moral well-being of others, including oneself.

Vashatkaro Legal has vast expertise representing clients in all types of criminal proceedings in all courts, including the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, and District Courts. The team is made up of efficient practitioners and experienced advocates who are well-versed in dealing with criminal and quasi-criminal situations such as defamation, white collar crimes, economic offences, insider trading, corporate frauds, market manipulation, and so on. The firm is well-equipped to deal with the prominent factors and effects of criminal litigation. The team evaluates all aspects of a case and recommends ideal strategies to guarantee a fair trial.

8. CONSTITUTIONAL LAW

The Constitution guarantees all citizens their fundamental rights and protects them against unreasonable, arbitrary, or unfair acts emanating from executive or legislative regulations or directions. As a result, residents often seek legal remedy against violations of their rights before High Courts and the Supreme Court of India. Legal actions under the Constitution are typically complex in character and rely heavily on court precedents. Vashatkaro Legal develops legal arguments by adapting to and supporting constitutional and policy reforms. By analysing the laws, we construct unique and complicated interpretations of the law that allow us to foresee any legal issues that may occur during litigation.

Our legal team at Vashatkaro Legal advises our clients on the viability of legal courses provided under the provisions of the Indian Constitution and assists them in initiating legal actions under the provisions of the Indian Constitution, commencing with a legal notice demanding redress for the wrong or grievance.

9. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & ARBITRATION

Dispute resolution is a method of resolving conflicts without having to go to court. It is an important stepping stone for attempting to achieve an agreement on a variety of issues. Many different forms of disagreements can be resolved through the legal system. Perhaps more crucially, when they are involved in a conflict, many people want a professional advocate, especially if the issue includes perceived legal rights, legal misconduct, or the fear of legal action against them.

Vashatkaro Legal has created a strong Dispute Resolution practise based on its extensive experience, proven knowledge, and various skills in addressing complex and multi-jurisdictional corporate and commercial disputes through litigation, arbitration, conciliation, and mediation. We, at Vashatkaro Legal, handle a wide range of civil disputes and proceedings, commercial arbitrations, statutory and regulatory proceedings, and work with our clients to develop litigation strategies, legal compliance, and risk assessments in order to align our services and guidance with our clients' interests.

10. PREVENTIVE LITIGATION ADVISORY

We specialise in Preventive Legal Advisory and assist our clients in taking preventive efforts to avoid legal difficulties at a later stage by structuring transactions and producing documentation in accordance with the law. The benefit of Preventive Legal Advisory is that you will receive a well-thought-out solution that has been thoroughly examined by our legal professionals from numerous disciplines. We would provide you with a solution that is appropriate for your circumstance and would not complicate matters later on. Compliance with the law, both in form and spirit, is crucial for corporate governance and transparent functioning, and we assist you in meeting the requirements of many laws.

Preventive legal advice is required before entering into a contractual relationship in order to be informed of and in order to analyse the numerous probable possibilities. Vashatkaro Legal applies all of their litigation expertise to contract negotiation for their clients. In the formative stages, our legal team can advise clients on the phrasing and legal scope of complex contract terms concerning numerous substantive and procedural areas, forecasting the benefits and drawbacks of their consequences, and so optimising money and time spending. Anticipating issues might mean avoiding future legal claims.

11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Vashatkaro Legal offers advice on patents, designs, trademarks, copyrights, plant varieties, domain names, geographical indications, biodiversity matters, trade secrets, and confidential information.

Our team consists of legal and technical specialists that work together to create unique, pragmatic, and cost-effective solutions based on our customers' commercial, strategic, and technical objectives. We serve a wide range of clients with local and international filings, prosecution, advice, transactions, and enforcement. We specialise in recognising intellectual property and advising on the various levels of support available under Indian law.

12. REAL ESTATE LAWS

Vashatkaro Legal has been at the forefront of defending clients’ interests in real estate matters and transactions. With the introduction of Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act and the FDI regimes, the number of projects registered and lawsuits filed has increased significantly. The Firm has worked diligently in providing cost effective and efficient representation before various Tribunals, High Courts and the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, presenting logical and factual arguments with supporting evidence in accordance with local and central laws and regulations.

In order to provide just and equitable solutions in complex situations, we strive to develop progressive relationships with government officials, contractors, developers, owners, landlords, tenants, borrowers, bondholders, and others, as well as to gain diverse expertise in negotiations, approvals, investigations, research, risk assessment, and interpretation.

Remarkable economic growth and rising rapid urbanisation have strengthened the Indian real estate market. Residential and commercial property projects have grown significantly over the previous few years. It also witnessed the formation of a complex ecology, which prompted the passage.  We combine our legal expertise and industry expertise to deliver the best advice on property due diligence, transactions, joint development projects, construction contracts, leasing contracts, financing transactions, and dispute resolution.

The firm has a strong clientele that includes High Net-worth Individuals (HNIs), Real Estate Developers Conglomerates, Multinationals, and Private and Public Sector Units as a result of the team members' dedication. The Firm has played a significant role in changing the face of the nation by handling matters relating to smart cities, urban and rural townships, special economic zones, technology parks, hotels, shopping centres, and other residential and commercial real estate projects.

13. BANKING AND FINANCE

Vashatkaro Legal is able to provide its clients with the appropriate level of representation required to navigate complex regulatory environments due to its in-depth understanding, experienced practitioners, and professional outreach. Our Firm takes a deep interest in providing just advice in the most complex and multi-jurisdictional transactions using a combination of international and local laws, having dug their toes deep into the banking and financial regime with flawless departmental integration. Domestic to multinational financial institutions, public and private sector banks, and non-banking financial companies are among the Firm's clients, and it advises on regulatory issues, new banking products and services, risk and capital management, and risk and capital management. Deal management, a deep understanding of commercial issues, qualitative drafting skills, and the ability to handle challenging structuring issues as well as complex negotiations within strict timelines are among the firm's main strengths. Because of its knowledge, Vashatkaro Legal has an advantage in providing sophisticated advice.

14. INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY

Vashatkaro Legal has advised creditors, debtors, and investors in a number of substantial out-of-court restructurings, including bond restructuring proceedings. Vashatkaro Legal is already at the lead of the new insolvency law's emerging jurisprudence.Our legal team has experience in a variety of practise areas, including financing, restructuring, project advisory, and dispute resolution. Our team has been dealing with the intricate nuances of various aspects of restructuring, such as both advisory and dispute resolution under the IBC regime and outside the IBC regime, and in providing effective solutions to complex problems that arise during the insolvency resolution process.

15. MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT

We, at Vashatkaro Legal, with our multidisciplinary knowledge in Media and Entertainment Law, provides end-to-end legal assistance spanning from copyright protection, legal consultation, agreement preparation and ratification, negotiation & deal closure, anti-piracy enforcements, and other media-related matters.

The practise of Media and Entertainment Law includes employment law, labour law, contract law, security law, right of privacy, international law, and insurance law. Entertainment law or media law is a legal amenity of the Media and Entertainment industry that faces challenges of Corporate, Finance, Intellectual Property, Publicity, and Privacy. Vashatkaro Legal focuses on advising and providing professional advice to organizations who have created excellent content and apps and are looking to grow their markets through the infusion of new investment. Our advice extends to domestic and international clients, including conventional media companies, for the acquisition of intellectual property (IP), cinematic and production-related paperwork, and growing technologies on a variety of issues such as digital media distribution.

16. EMPLOYMENT, LABOUR AND BENEFITS

Vashatkaro Legal assists employers in addressing the numerous issues faced by the modern Indian workplace. We have extensive experience advising on all aspects of employment law and contracts, as well as advising on complex labour issues. Our lawyers provide commercially oriented and practical advice on areas and events such as business sales and acquisitions, change of ownership, employee benefits such as equity-based incentive schemes, employment agreements and policies, diversity policy and discrimination issues, and workplace diversity and discrimination issues. We also offer whistleblower complaints, disciplinary and grievance redressal, workforce restructuring, worker re-classification and mobility, workplace health and safety concerns, and immigration assistance.

17. GENERAL CORPORATE LAW AND M&A

Our Corporate law and M&A practice is led by a team of result-oriented lawyers with substantial knowledge and expertise to provide efficient, deal-oriented, and commercially tailored advice at every stage of a transaction, whether it is private M&A, public takeovers, buyouts & disposals, strategic sales & disinvestment, inbound & outbound investment, joint ventures, strategic alliances, partnerships, or business restructuring. Vashatkaro Legal has assisted a wide spectrum of clients from various industries on a number of transactions. Our expertise in Corporate Law and M&A spans the entire transaction life cycle, including structuring, anti-trust analysis, due diligence on target companies, risk mitigation advice, taxation advice, regulatory approvals, transaction document preparation and negotiation, advice on labour laws and employment issues, and Dispute Resolution.