Private Wealth & Family Office
Available across Singapore
We help families and business owners with practical legal solutions for succession, cross-border estate planning, wealth preservation, and family business governance, making sure your global interests are protected and your plans actually work in real life.
Pricing Guide
Comprehensive Will Drafting & Succession Planning
Core Documentation
- Custom Testamentary Drafting: Tailored drafting of the Last Will and Testament, addressing nuances of Indian succession laws like the Hindu Succession Act.
- Complex Asset Coverage: Inclusion of unlisted equity, ESOPs, real estate across multiple states, jewelry (Streedhan), and digital assets.
- Executor Structuring: Legal definition of the Executor's role to ensure smooth probate execution.
Risk Mitigation
- Medical & Witness Protocols: Guidance on obtaining medical capacity certificates and selecting independent witnesses to prevent challenges based on coercion or capacity.
- Videography SOP: Detailed instructions for video-recording the signing ceremony to establish authenticity for future court proceedings.
- Registration Assistance: On-ground support by an associate during the registration process at the Sub-Registrar's office.
Strategic Consultation
- Fair Distribution Advisory: Preliminary sessions to align on distribution logic and minimize family friction.
- Executive Summary: Provision of a plain-English summary of the Will for personal reference.
Private Family Trust Structure & Optimization
Structural Design
- Trust Deed Creation: Drafting of the Trust Deed defining Settlor, Trustees, and Beneficiaries with discretionary clauses for tax management.
- Asset Migration Roadmap: Legal memorandum detailing the process and stamp duty implications for moving real estate, shares, and cash into the Trust.
- Protector Framework: Establishment of a Protector role to supervise Trustees and ensure checks and balances.
Regulatory & Tax Compliance
- SEBI & FEMA Vetting: Analysis of Takeover Code triggers for listed shares and FEMA compliance for NRI beneficiaries.
- Tax Efficiency Memo: Detailed note on the tax treatment of the Trust's income and distributions.
Operational Guide
- Letter of Wishes: Drafting a private document guiding Trustees on wealth management and utilization after the Settlor's lifetime.
- Banking Support: Preparation of necessary resolutions and KYC documents for opening Trust bank and demat accounts.
Cross-Border Structuring & Global Family Office
Jurisdictional Strategy
- Hub Selection: Comparative analysis of setting up in GIFT City, Singapore, or Abu Dhabi based on investment goals.
- Regulatory Filings: Drafting and filing for RBI approvals regarding LRS limits or Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) compliance.
Entity Formation
- Structure Setup: Legal incorporation of structures like Variable Capital Companies (Singapore) or Private Foundations (UAE).
- Migration Advisory: Legal guidance on residency relocation and its impact on Indian tax residency status.
Compliance Shield
- Black Money Act Vetting: Rigorous review to ensure offshore asset declarations avoid penalties under Indian law.
- Banking Coordination: Coordination with international private banks for compliant fund flow and account setup.
Family Constitution & Governance Framework
Discovery & Alignment
- Stakeholder Interviews: Confidential one-on-one sessions with family members across generations to map aspirations and grievances.
- Vision Workshops: Facilitated sessions to align the family on core values and the role of women in succession.
- Conflict Resolution Strategy: Design of internal mediation mechanisms to resolve disputes privately.
Constitution Drafting
- Entry & Exit Rules: Defined criteria for family members joining the business, including educational and experience requirements.
- Financial Policies: Formulas for dividend distribution versus business reinvestment.
- Media Protocol: Rules regarding who is authorized to speak to the press or social media on behalf of the family.
Governance Structures
- Family Council Setup: Structuring the central decision-making body with defined voting rights and meeting schedules.
- Next-Gen Grooming: Legal framework for the mentorship and induction of the younger generation into leadership roles.
About Private Wealth & Family Office
How I See Legacy and Wealth
I don't just tick boxes or stick to black-and-white rules. For me, law means balancing niti (rules) with nyay (fairness). That's how I approach every plan - mixing practical advice with a sense of what truly lasts. My focus isn't just on the paperwork, but on building something meaningful for you and your family.
My Way of Handling Family Wealth
You get solutions that go beyond textbook legal advice. I help with:
- Succession planning for family businesses, including wills, trusts, and settlements that actually fit your story.
- Cross-border estate planning for families with global ties, so nothing falls through the cracks.
- Wealth preservation advice that covers tax, regulations, and even the personal stuff that usually gets missed.
- Empowering women in family enterprises - not just lip service, but real action.
Family Businesses - I’ve Been There
Family businesses need more than just legal templates. I work hands-on with family office investment advisory, plus drafting family constitutions to help you set clear ground rules and future-proof your business. I also bridge founders with investors, making legal stuff less of a headache.
When Your World is Global
Your money and interests are everywhere. I handle multi-jurisdictional tax solutions, making sure you’re covered no matter where you or your family are based. I keep up with all those shifting rules so you don’t have to.
Why Trust Me
People say I'm responsive, I listen, and I give advice you can actually use. If you ever need a fix for a tricky problem, I’ll find a way - even if it’s 11 at night.
Meet your Expert
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
51 connects in last 3 months
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.
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