SMA Legal provided comprehensive advisory services to a foreign national from France interested in incorporating an e-commerce company in India. Our services included detailed guidance on the incorporation process, estimated costs, timeframes, and addressing various other queries raised by the client. Additionally, we facilitated the incorporation of the company to establish operations in India.
SMA Legal was instrumental in providing comprehensive legal advisory services to a foreign mission for its building construction project in Delhi. Our expertise extended across various facets of the project, including advising on the intricacies of the tendering process, ensuring the validity and legality of contracts, reviewing and drafting new contractual agreements, and meticulously ensuring compliance with all pertinent Indian laws and regulations. Through our diligent and strategic legal support, we facilitated a smooth and legally compliant completion of this construction project, showcasing our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services tailored to our clients’ unique needs and challenges.
At SMA Legal, our team recently undertook a challenging case involving a foreign mission seeking clarity on Indian labour and employment laws. The case encompassed intricate aspects of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, the Employees Provident Funds (EPF) Scheme, 1952, and legal auditing. Through meticulous research and analysis, we provided comprehensive advice that addressed all concerns related to the mission’s locally hired employees. Our expertise in navigating the nuances of Indian regulations enabled us to offer practical solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance for the client.
We were approached by a foreign mission seeking expert advice on terminating a lease based on personal use grounds. Leveraging our deep understanding of Indian legal frameworks, particularly in property law, we provided comprehensive guidance on the legal implications and process of lease termination.
SMA Legal conducted an exhaustive due diligence process and prepared a comprehensive report for a foreign government body regarding the validity of a foreign applicant’s marriage to an Indian national in India. The report delved into intricate details about the applicant’s marital status in India and outlined the benefits they were receiving from the foreign governmental body in their home country. The insights gained from this due diligence were instrumental in enabling the foreign government to assess the applicant’s eligibility and entitlements, ensuring a thorough and accurate evaluation of the situation.
Our team at SMA Legal successfully assisted a foreign mission in obtaining a birth certificate for a person who was not residing in India from a local body in India. This task required meticulous due diligence, involving regular visits to the local Registrar’s office over a span of around 5 months. Through proactive engagement and persistent follow-ups, we successfully secured the required birth certificate.
SMA Legal, representing a renowned foreign alcoholic beverage brand, recently achieved a significant milestone by recovering over 65,000 Euros from a well known Indian brewery. The challenge was to resolve this dispute swiftly and without resorting to Indian court proceedings. Utilizing strategic negotiation and alternative dispute resolution techniques, SMA Legal secured a favorable outcome for their client within a remarkably short timeframe of two months.
At SMA Legal, we recently assisted a foreign national in navigating the complexities of Indian visa regulations. The client approached us seeking guidance on the available visa categories and the application procedures specific to India. Our team meticulously analyzed the client’s nationality and individual circumstances to provide tailored advisory services. Thanks to our deep understanding of Indian immigration laws and procedures, we guided the client through the intricacies of Indian visa categories such as tourist visas, business visas, employment visas, and more. We ensured compliance with the unique requirements applicable to each category and streamlined the application process.
Our team at SMA Legal successfully guided a foreign national through the complex legalities of land sale and purchase in India. We provided comprehensive advisory services, ensuring our client’s compliance with all relevant Indian laws and regulations. Our expertise in navigating the intricacies of Indian laws enabled us to offer tailored solutions and support throughout the transaction process, ensuring a smooth and legally sound experience for our client.
Mr. Shantanu Mohan Puri (the Managing Partner of SMA Legal), who has been acknowledged as a Country Expert on India recently rendered expert advice on navigating the landscape of loan sharks in India for a UK based client. The client faced significant challenges, including assessing the level of threat posed by these illicit entities, understanding the probability of receiving state protection, and evaluating the feasibility of resuming work while managing debts. Through diligent research and strategic guidance, Mr. Puri advised the client on devising a viable plan of action, ensuring legal compliance and protection in a challenging scenario.
Mr. Puri provided his expert opinion in a case of a foreign national facing a complex legal situation involving Indian nationality and citizenship laws. Mr. Puri was instructed by a Solicitor of a well known law firm in the UK. The firm’s client was in possession of a forged passport, raising questions about his legal status and the possibility of internal relocation within India. Mr. Puri meticulously analyzed the case, delving into the intricacies of Indian nationality laws, citizenship regulations, and the feasibility of internal relocation options. Through thorough research, he provided the Solicitor with an expert opinion, navigating the legal landscape with clarity and precision.
Mr. Puri gave his expert opinion in the matter of a Sri Lankan national’s quest for Indian citizenship after residing in India for over three decades. The case involved intricate legal considerations under Indian nationality laws. Mr. Puri meticulously analyzed the individual’s eligibility based on residency duration, adherence to legal requirements, and potential hurdles that could arise due to the person’s foreign origin. Through diligent research and thorough assessment, Mr. Puri provided a comprehensive expert report to the Solicitor in the UK appearing on behalf of this client.
In a recent case, Mr. Puri provided his expert opinion regarding the availability and accessibility of healthcare facilities in India for an individual grappling with a rare medical condition. The challenge was to assess the availability and accessibility of specialized medical care treatments for a client represented by a renowned law firm in the UK. Mr. Puri delved deep into India’s healthcare landscape, considering factors such as medical infrastructure, expertise of healthcare professionals, availability of specialized treatments, and affordability for the applicant. Through meticulous research and analysis, Mr. Puri provided a detailed expert report outlining the options and resources available, along with recommendations to navigate the complexities of accessing quality healthcare in India.
Mr. Puri provided his expert opinion in a complex case involving political persecution, homophobia, and assessing the feasibility of internal relocation within India. The client’s case was instructed by a Solicitor of well known Immigration law firm in London. The client was facing threats in his home country due to his political beliefs and sexual orientation, and had sought legal guidance on potential asylum options. Mr. Puri evaluated the client’s circumstances, including the prevailing socio-political climate, legal protections available, and the practicality of relocating to safer regions within India.
Mr. Puri recently rendered an expert opinion in a case before a UK Court regarding the abduction of a child across international borders. One of the critical aspects Mr. Puri highlighted was India’s status as a non-signatory to certain international treaties concerning international parental child abduction. Mr. Puri analyzed the legal framework, outlining the implications and potential avenues for resolution within the existing legal framework. Through his in-depth understanding of international law, experience and a nuanced approach, Mr. Puri was able to deliver an unbiased expert witness report to the Court in the UK.
