Corporate and M&A Advisory
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
We handle the full cycle of corporate and M&A deals using tech-driven research and practical advice, with a focus on clear solutions for both Indian and cross-border transactions.
Pricing Guide
Strategic Regulatory Opinion & Memo
Core Deliverables
- Formal Legal Opinion: 15-25 page detailed document analyzing specific queries or deal structures.
- Executive Summary: 2-page management version summarizing risks as High, Medium, or Low.
- Regulatory Map: Identification of all necessary approvals (RBI, CCI, SEBI).
Professional Expertise
- Partner Involvement: 4-6 hours of Partner time for strategic framing and final sign-off.
- Drafting Team: 20-30 hours of Senior/Principal Associate time for research and drafting.
- Market Standards: Leveraging 100+ years of firm precedents to ensure advice is market-tested.
Tech & Process
- AI-Enhanced Research: Usage of internal AI tools (Harvey) to scan global and domestic precedents.
- Consultation: One 60-minute video conference or physical meeting to walk the Board through the opinion.
- Formal Issuance: Opinion issued on firm letterhead, carrying weight with auditors and regulators.
Buy-Side Legal Due Diligence (Mid-Market)
Investigation Scope
- Corporate Records: Review of shareholding history, board minutes (last 3-5 years), and ROC filings.
- Commercial Contracts: Review of top 20 material contracts for Change of Control or termination clauses.
- HR & Compliance: Analysis of senior management contracts, ESOP pools, and labour law gaps (PF/Gratuity).
- Litigation & IP: Deep dive into pending court cases (NCLT/High Court) and trademark validity.
Technology & Reporting
- AI-Powered Review: Usage of Harvey and Lucio to process data rooms and identify anomalies rapidly.
- Red Flag Report: Actionable report highlighting only Deal Breakers and Conditions Precedent.
- Governance Audit: Assessment of target compliance with anti-bribery and ethical sourcing standards.
Operations
- Team Structure: 1 Partner (Supervisory), 1 Principal Associate (Lead), 3-4 Associates (Execution).
- Vendor Management: Managing Q&A lists with seller lawyers to extract missing info.
- Turnaround: Express delivery (10-14 days) utilizing large team size.
End-to-End M&A Transaction Execution
Documentation
- Definitive Agreements: Drafting and iterating the Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) or Share Subscription Agreement (SSA).
- Shareholders' Agreement (SHA): Structuring board seats, veto rights, exit mechanisms, and tag-along rights.
- Disclosure Letter: Drafting the shield document to protect against future warranty claims.
Negotiation & Strategy
- Partner Presence: Senior Partner execution during critical commercial negotiations.
- Structuring Advice: Tax-efficient structuring of deal consideration (cash vs. stock swap).
- Non-Compete: Drafting specific clauses tailored to hold up under Section 27 of the Contract Act.
Closing Concierge
- Closing Bible: Compilation of all 50+ signed documents into digital and physical formats.
- Ceremony Hosting: Hosting the signing at offices including boardrooms and catering.
- Regulatory Filings: Handling necessary post-closing filings with RBI (FDI) and ROC.
About Corporate and M&A Advisory
For us, law isn't just about ticking boxes. It's about finding fair, lasting solutions. This approach has shaped our firm for over a century and keeps us moving forward, not stuck in old ways. We bring this mindset to every deal, whether it's a huge cross-border M&A or a family business partnership.
What We Do
We cover the full cycle of corporate and M&A work:
- Handle all kinds of mergers and acquisitions - public, private, asset transfers, demergers, even distressed M&A.
- Support private equity and venture capital transactions, from setting up funds to planning exits.
- Advise on corporate restructuring and insolvency, both within India and internationally.
- Help build and negotiate strategic joint ventures and alliances designed to last, not just flashy on paper.
- Guide boards and promoters on corporate governance, compliance, and succession planning.
How We Work
We use the latest tech (including AI) to make research and due diligence faster and sharper, so our lawyers can focus on real strategy, not just paperwork. We get that India has its quirks, like the way post-employment non-competes usually don't hold up unless it's tied to selling business goodwill. Stuff like this can trip people up, so we flag it early.
Why Us
We’ve handled hundreds of high-value deals, but what matters is the practical advice and clear thinking we bring to the table. If you need insight, not just process, we’re here to help.
Meet your Expert
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
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My Story
People see the awards, the top rankings, all that jazz. Sure, we’re proud, but the real vibe here? It started 108 years back with my grandfather’s mantra - ‘Work is man’s anthem to life.’ We talk about ‘niti’ (the rules) and ‘nyay’ (real justice) all the time, finding that sweet spot. Honestly, we’re more than just lawyers - we’re a mixed bunch who love books, pickleball, doodling, pup therapy, and Holi madness. That’s our soul. That’s our journey.
My Work
Full-Spectrum Legal Services - We cover everything from corporate deals, capital markets, tech law, private client work, to dispute resolution.
Balance of Law and Justice - We don’t just follow ‘niti’ - we chase ‘nyay’. Solutions must feel fair, not just legal.
Future-Ready Legal Advice - Our Centre for AI Law in India keeps us ahead, especially with digital regulation advisory and ESG legal consulting.
Global Reach, Local Touch - With 1000+ lawyers in India, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, we handle multi-jurisdictional dispute resolution for big firms, startups, families.
