AREAS OF PRACTICE

BANKING & FINANCE

The firm offers a comprehensive service portfolio to the lenders, borrowers, advisers and other intermediaries. The clients include leading banks, financial institutions, NBFCs and business houses.  Challenging structuring issues and complex documentations are the main strengths of the firm. The firm handles the entire spectrum of work including due diligence on the Borrowers, Promoters and Projects / Securities, structuring transactions, drafting term sheets and transactional documents, negotiations, advising on the regulatory framework and related issues. The firm renders its advice on structuring, negotiating of financial transactions including finalization of documentation such as loan Agreements, security documents, escrow agreements, inter-creditor agreements, O&M Agreements, concession agreements etc. and issuance of Title Investigation Reports. Further we also help in due compliance of SARFAESI Act, 2002.

LITIGATION

This is a very important area of the firm’s practice. The firm assists its clients on all categories of civil, criminal and commercial litigation in all the courts of the country specially in the states of Gujarat & Punjab. Mr. R. K. Singal has built this practice over 42 years and due to his expertise and experience SA is handling matters in various areas such as insurance claims; Corporate Frauds, Insider Trading and Market Manipulation; Bank / Financial Institutions Frauds; Misappropriation and Siphoning of Funds; Dishonor of Cheques; Quashing of FIRs/ Bails/ Trial; Complaints; Civil & Criminal Writs / Revisions / Appeals; Defamation Cases; Violation of Intellectual Property Rights / Cyber Laws; employment disputes; monetary claims; tax claims; trusts and probate; enforcement of decrees; etc. before the courts, quasi-judicial authorities, tribunals, NCLT, NCLAT, RERA & MACT. The firm’s network with associate lawyers around the country is very useful in this regard and effectively saves the client’s cost of travel and time.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION & ARBITRATION

The firm provides all necessary services in matters relating to mediation, conciliation, and arbitration, including matters in relation to enforcement of awards. The firm has a robust commercial litigation practice with knowledge base in all forms of dispute resolution. Endeavour is made to ensure that disputes are resolved efficiently and cost effectively. The team advises and represents a diverse range of entities engaged in shipping, import-export, manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, financial services, insurance, intellectual property, employment, property, infrastructure, retail and trade. The firm has in-depth understanding and experience in Arbitration / alternate dispute resolution mechanism which can be a valuable alternative to litigation.

REAL ESTATE & INFRASTRUCTURE

Our expertise in this area comprises of various services in relation to all aspects of development and promotion of real estate including advice, drafting & compliance of lease and sale documentations, title investigation reports, etc. after undertaking due diligence that involves complete investigation/verification of the property, including but not limited to its restrictions, if any, on development, mortgages & future transfers of the property and other related aspects. Apart from this, we are also well-versed in drafting and vetting of documents such as Sale & Transfer Deed, Lease Deed, Gift & Conveyance Deeds, Leave & License Agreements, Indenture of Mortgage, MOUs, Tripartite Agreements, Partition Deeds, Will, Power of Attorney, Undertaking & Declarations, Indemnity Bonds, etc. We also help businesses in the setting up of EOUs in Kandla & Mundra SEZ. Along with above mentioned services we have expertise in litigation matters relating to Revenue Courts and we also ensure compliance with Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA).

COMPANY INCORPORATION & SET-UP

With years of experience, our staff has the capabilities and expertise to take your ideas to the next level. At Syngle Associate, we combine our insights and skills to transform your processes and strategies, into a fully functional company. We’re proud to help shape and improve how our clients structure and manage their business. Our consolidated service includes the establishment of business entities such as sole establishment, partnership firms, LLPs, private & public limited companies and others. We provide advice specifically catering to entrepreneurs and startups and guide them through all phases of their growth process, including incorporation, structuring, compliances, funding options, employee stock options, etc. Our aim is to revolutionize the approach to Startups in a way that our clients seek our services at every step hence we work with our client in a manner that is most cost effective for them thus eliminating any apprehension they might have in approaching lawyers for advice.

TAXATION & ACCOUNTING

Tax laws are an extensive field affecting individuals, small businesses as well as large corporate houses. Direct & Indirect taxes pervade every area of a company’s business. Their impact on material and product costs, cash flow, profitability and shareholders’ value is an important element to stay ahead in competition. Our team consists of some of the best tax lawyers, Chartered Accountants & Company Secretary of the city who have a commanding grasp of both direct and indirect tax laws which is an invaluable asset when it comes to providing counsel on matters related to taxation. Further we also support companies with their accounting & financial reporting needs to help you preserve the value of your business. We provide comprehensive advice and assistance on various tax levies including Income Tax, GST and Customs duty. We also provide litigation support before adjudication and appellate authorities up to the Tribunal level.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT

The firm provides services in all areas of Intellectual Property law including trademark, service mark, copyright and patent law; specifically relating to advice on the selection, availability, use and registration of trade/service marks, patents, designs and copyright applications, and litigation pertaining to intellectual property disputes. Our Intellectual Property group helps drive your business growth by protecting and leveraging your ideas and innovations, your brand, and your creative works. We advise and assist our clients on the matters relating to Drafting, Filing, Prosecution and Opposition of applications of Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights, Geographical Indications, Domain Names, Business Processes, including the filing of PCT applications for Patents and Drafting of agreements pertaining to Assignment and Licensing of Intellectual Property Rights and providing advisory services on different transactional work involving IP Rights.

 LABOUR & HUMAN RESOURCES

Compliance with Employment and Labour law have become one of most important issues faced by any company operating in India. We deal with every aspect of Labour Laws, ranging from labor-management relations to fair employment practices, litigation, arbitration, advise on matters concerning pension, welfare benefit plans, trade union issues, employee disputes, employment agreements, employment discrimination laws, etc and Compliance with Employment and Labour Laws, Drafting of all related documentations such as Letter of Offer, Employment Agreements, Employment Manuals, HR policies, Sexual Harassment Policies and Compliance manuals. We also advise clients on major industrial disputes including employer-employee problems, re-organization, changes in the work force, terms and condition of employment, auditing etc.

CORPORATE COMMERCIAL & GOVERNANCE

Corporate accountability and Governance risks faced by the Promoters & Boards of Directors have increased significantly in the recent years. Our primarily service entails transactional and legal advisory to the boards, board committees, individual directors, officers and company managers on their duties, obligations, and liabilities including advisory relating to day-to-day business, regulatory issues & requirements, corporate and governance affairs. Our team has both the in depth knowledge of business laws and corporate finance resulting into execution of effective compliance and regulatory agreements covering joint ventures, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, business restructuring. We are moving forward as a Corporate Law Firm and are providing all-round service to the companies, including corporate commercial and tax structuring of businesses, day to day compliance process and optimum use of corporate finance apart from providing assistance in obtaining various registrations, licenses, approvals, permissions, etc. from Governmental authorities, as applicable and secretarial compliance.

INSOLVENCY & BANKRUPTCY

Due to various market reforms and business conditions, Insolvency and Bankruptcy had become one of the biggest challenges for the Indian economy in the last decade. Recognizing such reforms are critical for improving the business environment and alleviating distressed credit markets. We help our clients to recover their financial dues in a time bound and cost-effective manner. With the introduction of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, we are trying to be a a one stop solution for resolving insolvencies which previously were a long process that did not offer an economically viable arrangement. We aim to protect the interests of small investors and make the process of doing business less cumbersome

INSURANCE

Insurance is a sticky business. On one side is the consumer is paying premiums and anticipating payments during the unfortunate times. On the other hand, the companies are taking huge risks to offer insurance in the hopes of making profits. As Insurance Lawyers, we have been lucky to serve both the sides. We have a wide experience in the field of insurance matters and had been consistently dealing with a number of reputed Insurance companies throughout India. Our team is efficient in such matters i.e. to collect the facts of the case, complete correspondence with the insurance company, investigate the claims of the customer and represent the client in court if necessary.

FAMILY LAW & ESTATE PLANNING

India is home of 70 nationalities. Family Laws encompass the broad set of rules that are in practice regarding family matters, such as Marriage, Divorce, Inheritance etc. There are five broad sets of family laws in India – Hindu law, which governs all Hindus as also Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs; Muslim law; Christian law; Parsi law and a secular law i.e. the Special Marriage Act. As a law firm, we advise clients on the need, benefits and implication of a well-planned family and estate plan for smooth transition during probate administration or arranging the disposal of an estate. From preparation of the will to executing the reading, managing family trusts, power of appointment, property ownership and power of attorney, we assist our clients in each way possible.