Practice Areas

Kaveti Law Firm is an international, multi-service law firm with offices in New York, London, New South Wales, Dubai and Hyderabad. Founded by a team of solicitors, barristers, advocates, and lawyers licensed across multiple countries, the firm is complimented by the expertise of technology and management professionals.

With a commitment to excellence, integrity, and client-centric solutions, Kaveti Law Firm provides comprehensive legal services across various practice areas, including:

Bankruptcy and Insolvency

Competition and Anti-Trust Law

Employment and Labor Law

Estate Planning, Trusts, and Private Client Advisory

Corporate, Secretarial, Regulatory, and FEMA Compliance

Immigration Law

Legal services to Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)

Intellectual Property Rights

Investment and Venture Capital

Litigation, Arbitration, and Dispute Resolution

Mergers and Acquisitions

Real Estate and Infrastructure Law

Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Law

Technology and Cyber Law

Robotics, Drones & Unmanned Systems

Satellites & Space Law

Insurance & Risk Mitigation

Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG), Energy, & Carbon Credits

Global Reach, Local Expertise:

Kaveti Law Firm serves a diverse, international clientele, including corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, educational institutions, and high-net-worth individuals. With strategic partnerships with prestigious law firms worldwide, we facilitate seamless cross-border transactions, leveraging our partners’ expertise in international legal frameworks.

Our commitment to quality, integrity, and timely delivery has fostered strong, long-term client relationships. Whether navigating complex domestic or international legal matters, our team delivers reliable, effective, and tailored solutions to drive business success.

Bankruptcy and Insolvency:

Our firm advises companies and individuals on bankruptcy and insolvency-related matters, including winding up proceedings, bankruptcy, and insolvency proceedings. We represent clients before the Courts and Tribunals as per requirement

Competition and Antitrust Law

We provide advice and legal opinions on compliance with the Competition Act, including anti-competition agreements, abuse of dominant position, and cartel allegations. Our team advises clients on potential antitrust issues during mergers and acquisitions.

Employment and Labor Law

Our firm advises domestic and international organizations on employment-related issues, ensuring compliance with labor and welfare laws. We assist with obtaining necessary permits, licenses, and registrations, and provide guidance on employment contracts, executive compensation, and workplace policies.

Key services include:

– Advising on employment contracts, terminations, and settlements

– Conducting audits and advising on compliance gaps

– Drafting company policies and procedures

– Handling employment-related litigation and disputes

– Providing guidance on Employee Stock Option plans and related documentation

Estate Planning, Trusts, and Private Client Advisory:

Partners at the firm regularly advice clients on Estate Planning, property protection mechanism, formation and structuring Trusts and advise high net-worth individuals in their estate planning during acquisition of immovable and other properties to achieve defined objectives. Advice included factoring potential litigation arising from prior personal guarantees extended and preparing necessary legal structures to ward-off potential charges and claims among others.

The firm regularly assists individuals in setting up, structuring and drawing appropriate recitals in Private and Public Trusts for achieving their objectives to ensure protection of properties by having proper wills, nominations, assignments and gift deeds, preparing and registering family partition cum settlement deeds, among others. It regularly advises clients in acquisition of movable and immovable properties, to set up effective process to enable bequeath of properties to their legal heirs and for espousing social causes, among others.

General Corporate, Corporate Secretarial, Regulatory, and FEMA:

Our firm provides comprehensive corporate law services, advising clients on:

– Legal structures for commercial and business activities

– Drafting, negotiating, and amending domestic and international agreements

– Corporate secretarial services and regulatory compliances

Key Services:

– Pre and post approval from RBI/FIPB for share issuance, downstream investments, and more

– Advising on Foreign Direct Investment, External Commercial Borrowings, and Overseas Direct Investment

– Setting up units in Special Economic Zones and related compliances

– Company registration with various departments (VAT, Service Tax, etc.)

– Filing forms/returns/documents with MCA and RBI

– Incorporation of Private Limited Companies, LLPs, Societies, and Trusts in India

– Establishment of Liaison Offices, Representative Offices, and Branch Offices

– Corporate Secretarial Services (minutes, statutory registers, etc.)

– Corporate and legal Due Diligence, Corporate Governance Audit

– Compounding of offences by NCLT and RBI for non-filings or delayed filings of FC-GPRs and FC-TRS forms.

Immigration:

The firm has rich experience in dealing with the immigration requirements of corporates and individuals. The partners of the firm have themselves undergone the consular processing and their experience attunes them to the nuances in filing the petitions, petition processing, port of entry requirements among others.

The firm extends support to in-house HR and Immigration departments on immigration matters mostly related to the United States and to facilitate Indian entities engage overseas professional and employees.

The firm advises on prerequisites for various non-immigrant visas and assists in structuring the petitions, advises on post approval compliance issues relating to visa interviews and port of entry requirements.

We assist in filing H1B, H4, L1B, L1A and B visas, investor visas among others. Senior resources at the firm have filed several petitions for small and medium companies in different industry verticals like Information technology, outsourcing, logistics support services, management, recruitment, manufacturing and other companies. The firm advises companies on relevant support documentation, inherent issues involved in filing petitions, drafting support letters, preparing forms, collating material papers in support of the petitions.

The firm advices and prepares responses to several RFEs for L and H visas.

The firm assists overseas corporations in engaging Indian nationals in India and assists Indian companies in hiring foreign nationals in India.

Legal services to Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs):

Kaveti Law Firm provides comprehensive legal services to Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), ensuring seamless legal support across various domains. The firm specializes in property disputes, title verification, and real estate transactions, assisting clients in managing and safeguarding their assets in India. Additionally, they handle inheritance and succession matters, including will drafting and probate proceedings. Kaveti Law Firm also offers expert counsel on family law issues such as marriage registration, divorce, and child custody cases involving cross-border complexities. Their services extend to corporate and investment advisory, helping NRIs and PIOs navigate regulatory compliance, taxation, and business establishment in India. With a deep understanding of international legal frameworks and Indian laws, the firm ensures personalized, efficient, and results-driven solutions tailored to the unique needs of the global Indian community.

Intellectual Property Rights:

Kaveti Law Associates, with its team of technical and legal experts handles subject matters related to Chemical, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Consumer Healthcare, Cosmetics, Biochemistry, Genetic Engineering, Agrochemicals, Pesticides, Textiles, Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Telecommunication, Nanotechnology, Electrochemistry and other related fields of science and technology. We extend IP services to Indian and Foreign clients in:

Patents

Patents: The firm regularly handles filing and prosecution of Indian, US, Singapore, PCT International and National phase and Conventional applications for Patent protection including conducting prior art searches, providing patentability opinions, legal note on patentable subject matters, drafting specifications as per Indian, US and PCT standards, responding to office actions in India and the U.S., opposition proceedings (pre-grant and post-grant), review petitions before IPAB and other miscellaneous forms and documentation filing.

The firm advises on IP protection, enforcement, litigation, technology transfer, licensing, commercialization, valuation and Patent insurance in India, the U.S., and beyond.

Enforcement of IP

We analyse Patent, Trademark and Copyright violations/ infringement cases and initiate legal remedies for protection of respective intellectual property rights of clients including drafting and sending legal notices, rejoinders, filing petitions etc.

Other IP registration

We regularly advise and assist clients in registration of Copyrights, Designs, Geographical Indications and Plant Variety Protection.

Litigation

We advise on Intellectual Property Rights and in enforcement of client’s rights both under civil and criminal laws. We assist IP owners in initiating actions and in defending any action by law enforcement agencies and represent clients in the civil courts, High Court and Supreme Court of India.

The firm aids in analysing violations of piracy, non-compliance under IT and cyber laws and sending legal notices for the proper enforcement of the same including both civil and criminal actions in lower courts, High Courts and the Supreme Court of India.

Investments and Venture Capital:

Advice on angel, venture and private equity investments is one of the core practice areas of the firm. We regularly assist several angel funds, VC funds and private equity funds and companies raising capital, high net worth Individuals for seed, early stage, angel, series A and subsequent rounds of investments into companies in various industry verticals including technology, education, healthcare, information technology, entertainment, e-commerce, among others in India and abroad.

The firm specializes in the entire process of an investment transaction starting from term sheet drafting, negotiations; due diligence; regulatory compliances based on due diligence including RoC, RBI, DIPP and FIPB approvals; applications to be made for approvals; drafting and negotiating transaction documents including share subscription and shareholders’ agreements; closing and post-closing compliances including filings with the RoC and RBI.

We work closely with several companies and promoters including several start-ups in relation to their investment needs and business legal requirements arising from the investment transactions including structuring advice on the entity for optimal tax benefits, prevalent foreign exchange regulations, among others.

Litigation, Arbitration, and Dispute Resolution:

Attorneys at the firm regularly appear before the High Court of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and in Civil Courts in matters relating to commercial disputes, constitutional rights, Company law matters, winding up of companies; amalgamations and merger applications; reduction of capital, shareholder litigation; Arbitrations, First and Second Appeals, Customs, Central Excise and Service Tax matters, Environmental matters, among others.

The firm provides comprehensive advisory and litigation services in dishonour of negotiable instruments, matters arising from Lease Deeds relating to enforcement of terms of lease, rights of lessees, refund of security deposit, specific performance and enforcement of terms of lease or sale agreements, among others.

Our team appears before the various Tribunals like Debt Recovery Tribunal, Company Law Tribunal, Commissioner of Land Revenue, Revenue authorities and others for matters arising under the SARFAESI Act, Company matters, revenue and municipal Laws.

We handle matters at various Civil, Magistrate and Sessions courts and quasi-judicial authorities in matters relating to recovery of money, specific performance, seeking compensation for damages consequent to breaches of contract, employee related matters for breach of Employment Agreements, violation of confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements, employees indulging in malpractices against the interests of the employer among others.

Partners of the firm regularly handle matters for filing application for appointment of Arbitrators before the High Court; appear before the Arbitrators in commercial disputes and matters pertaining to breaches of contract, among others. Partners of the firm regularly advice companies in litigation matters relating to corporate and commercial matters.

Mergers and Acquisitions:

Kaveti Law Associates is regularly engaged by overseas and domestic companies for Mergers and Acquisitions transactions. Our expertise includes handling M&A matters in different industry verticals like IT, ITES, Engineering products, bulk drugs, pharma, aqua and agricultural products, medical transcription companies, healthcare, online health services, education, Consumer Products, Solar Power among others. M&A is a major focus area of firm’s practice.

The firm handles M&A transactions through initial negotiations, drafting Term Sheets, scoping the road map for completing the merger or acquisition process, approvals, if any to be obtained for the same. Our trained resources structure the transactions, conduct due diligence, identify issues, factor necessary indemnifications and protections into the SPA, SSA, SHA, APA, Escrow Agreements, Disclosure Statements and other necessary definitive and closing documents.

We have handled several acquisitions with and without court intervention, such as Share Purchase and Asset Purchase transactions and through court approved merger and amalgamation schemes. The resources of the firm have extensive experience in handling domestic and international Mergers and Acquisitions transactions and are regularly engaged by many corporate groups. Kaveti represents both acquirers and target entities.

We are engaged for advising and ensuring post-acquisition compliances and restructuring capital structure, restructuring employee contracts, dealing with prior service and supply contracts, notifying statutory authorities, among others.

Real Estate and Infrastructure:

Our Real Estate team represents real estate and infrastructure development companies engaged in project development activities such as development of townships, developing large-scale residential and commercial projects, financing, investment among others. We have wide experience handling matters in various aspects of real estate and infrastructure projects and regularly advice national and international funds and companies on issues during investment and disinvestment process , advice on FDI in real estate, conduct title and property due diligence of properties, advice and draft necessary MoUs, term sheets, and letters of intent, investment agreements, joint development agreements, property acquisition documents, joint venture agreements and commercial leases.

We assist in registration of the necessary documents with statutory and revenue authorities and in carrying out mutation proceedings for evidencing change in ownership. We regularly assist companies to confirm title while acquiring huge extents of land.

We are regularly engaged to advise and furnish opinions on complex issues relating to real estate and infrastructure projects enabling clients to take informed decisions during investments, joint ventures and restructuring existing transactions. We routinely advise on procedural and practical issues and assist clients formulate pragmatic strategies during investments, for acquisition of land for large infrastructure projects and during restructuring of projects that have not been executed for various reasons.

Technology, Outsourcing, and Cyber Laws:

The firm’s practice in cyber laws is growing. The lawyers of the firm assist clients in conducting analysis on the business and technology used and provide opinion on the compliance of the same under the applicable laws.

We regularly draft and review software development agreements, confidentiality agreements, technology/software services agreements, website policies for a web/mobile application including terms of use of the services, privacy policy, legal disclaimers, IP Policy, technology transfer agreements, end user license agreements.

Our team aids in analysing violations of piracy, non-compliance under IT and cyber laws and sending legal notices for the proper enforcement of the same including both civil and criminal actions in lower courts, High Courts and the Supreme Court of India.

Cyber Laws & Artificial Intelligence:

Kaveti Law Associates offers comprehensive services in the realm of Technology, Outsourcing, and Cyber Laws, focusing on ensuring clients’ compliance with applicable regulations and safeguarding their technological assets.

Key Services Include:

• Compliance Analysis: Conducting thorough assessments of clients’ business operations and technologies to ensure adherence to relevant cyber laws and regulations.
• Contractual Documentation: Drafting and reviewing a variety of agreements and policies, such as:
• Software Development Agreements
• Confidentiality Agreements
• Technology/Software Services Agreements
• Website Policies for web/mobile applications, including Terms of Use, Privacy Policies, Legal Disclaimers, and IP Policies
• Technology Transfer Agreements
• End User License Agreements

Enforcement and Litigation: Analysing instances of piracy and non-compliance under IT and cyber laws, issuing legal notices, and pursuing both civil and criminal actions in various courts, including lower courts, High Courts, and the Supreme Court of India.

While specific services related to Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not explicitly detailed on their website, the firm’s expertise in technology and cyber laws positions them well to address legal matters concerning AI. For more tailored information regarding AI-related services, it is advisable to contact Kaveti Law Associates directly.

Robots, Drones & Unmanned Machinery/Equipment/Vehicles:

Kaveti Law Associates offers specialized legal services in the field of Technology, Outsourcing, and Cyber Laws, which encompass various aspects relevant to robotics, drones, and unmanned machinery/equipment/vehicles. While the firm’s website does not provide explicit details about services specifically tailored to these technologies, their expertise in technology and cyber laws positions them to address legal matters related to these areas.

Potential Services Include:

• Regulatory Compliance: Assisting clients in navigating the complex regulatory frameworks governing the use of drones, robotics, and unmanned systems, ensuring adherence to national and international laws.
• Intellectual Property Protection: Advising on the protection of innovations related to unmanned technologies, including patent filings, trademark registrations, and safeguarding trade secrets.
• Contractual Agreements: Drafting and reviewing contracts pertinent to the development, deployment, and commercialization of unmanned systems, such as:
• Licensing Agreements
• Research and Development Agreements
• Service Level Agreements
• Supplier and Vendor Contracts
• Data Privacy and Security: Ensuring that the deployment of unmanned systems complies with data protection regulations, particularly when these systems collect, store, or transmit data.
• Liability and Risk Management: Advising on liability issues arising from the operation of unmanned systems and assisting in developing risk mitigation strategies, including insurance coverage and indemnity provisions.
• Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in disputes related to unmanned technologies, whether through litigation, arbitration, or alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Given the rapid advancement of unmanned technologies and their increasing integration into various sectors, Kaveti Law Associates’ proficiency in technology and cyber laws makes them well-equipped to handle the unique legal challenges associated with robotics, drones, and unmanned systems.

Satellites & Space Matters:

Kaveti Law Associates is a multi-service Indian law firm based in Hyderabad, offering a wide range of legal services across various practice areas. While the firm does not explicitly list services related to satellites and space law on its website, their expertise in Technology, Outsourcing, and Cyber Laws positions them to potentially address legal matters in the aerospace sector.

• Potential Services in Satellites and Space Matters:
• Regulatory Compliance: Assisting clients in navigating the complex regulatory frameworks governing satellite operations and space activities, ensuring adherence to national and international laws.
• Contractual Agreements: Drafting and reviewing contracts pertinent to the development, launch, and operation of satellites, such as:
• Launch Service Agreements
• Satellite Procurement Contracts
• Transponder Lease Agreements
• Ground Station Agreements
• Intellectual Property Protection: Advising on the protection of innovations related to satellite technology, including patent filings, trademark registrations, and safeguarding trade secrets.
• Data Privacy and Security: Ensuring that satellite operations comply with data protection regulations, particularly when these systems collect, store, or transmit data.
• Liability and Risk Management: Advising on liability issues arising from satellite operations and assisting in developing risk mitigation strategies, including insurance coverage and indemnity provisions.
• Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in disputes related to satellite technology and space activities, whether through litigation, arbitration, or alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Given the rapid advancement of space technologies and their increasing integration into various sectors, Kaveti Law Associates’ proficiency in technology and cyber laws may make them well-equipped to handle the unique legal challenges associated with satellites and space matters.

Insurance & Risk Mitigation:

Kaveti Law Associates, a prominent Hyderabad-based law firm, offers a comprehensive range of legal services across various practice areas. While the firm’s website does not explicitly list “Insurance & Risk Mitigation” as a standalone practice area, their expertise in related fields positions them to effectively address legal matters concerning insurance and risk management.

Relevant Practice Areas:

General Corporate, Corporate Secretarial, Regulatory, and FEMA: This practice area encompasses advising clients on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financial regulations, all of which are integral to risk mitigation strategies.

Litigation, Arbitration, and Dispute Resolution: The firm’s experience in handling disputes through litigation and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms aids clients in managing and mitigating legal risks associated with their operations.

Technology, Outsourcing, and Cyber Laws: In today’s digital landscape, managing cyber risks is crucial. The firm assists clients in navigating complex technology-related regulations, thereby mitigating risks associated with data breaches and cyber threats.

Notable Experience:

Kaveti Law Associates, has significant experience in risk mitigation, particularly concerning data protection and regulatory compliance. He has advised large multinational corporations on:

Reviewing technology-related contracts to mitigate risks from a General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) perspective.

Transitioning businesses from GDPR jurisdictions and implementing inter-company agreements in India.

Devising and executing data protection and privacy policies, including Privacy Impact Assessments (PRIA) and employee policies.

This experience underscores the firm’s capability in identifying potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, especially in the context of regulatory compliance and data protection.

Potential Services in Insurance and Risk Mitigation:

While not explicitly detailed, Kaveti Law Associates is well-positioned to offer services such as:

Risk Assessment and Management: Identifying potential legal and regulatory risks in clients’ operations and developing strategies to manage and mitigate these risks.

Insurance Advisory: Providing legal advice on insurance matters, including policy review, claims management, and compliance with insurance regulations.

Contractual Risk Mitigation: Drafting and reviewing contracts to ensure that risk allocation provisions are clearly defined and enforceable, thereby minimizing potential liabilities.

Regulatory Compliance: Assisting clients in adhering to applicable laws and regulations to prevent legal risks and potential penalties.

ESG & Energy & Carbon Credits:

Kaveti Law Associates, based in Hyderabad, India, offers a broad spectrum of legal services across various practice areas. While the firm’s website does not explicitly list services related to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters, energy law, or carbon credits, their expertise in technology, corporate law, and regulatory compliance positions them to potentially address legal issues in these domains.

Potential Services in ESG, Energy, and Carbon Credits:

Regulatory Compliance:

Assisting clients in understanding and adhering to environmental regulations and standards, ensuring compliance with national and international laws related to ESG and energy sectors.

Corporate Governance:

Advising on the integration of ESG principles into corporate governance frameworks, helping companies develop policies that promote sustainability and social responsibility.

Contractual Agreements:

Drafting and reviewing contracts related to energy projects, including power purchase agreements, renewable energy certificates, and carbon credit transactions.

Risk Management:

Identifying potential legal and regulatory risks associated with ESG and energy initiatives, and developing strategies to mitigate these risks.

Investment and Venture Capital:

Providing legal support for investments in sustainable and renewable energy projects, including due diligence, structuring, and negotiation of investment agreements.

Dispute Resolution:

Representing clients in disputes arising from ESG commitments, energy contracts, or carbon credit transactions, utilizing litigation, arbitration, or alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Given the increasing importance of ESG considerations and the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding energy and carbon credits, Kaveti Law Associates’ proficiency in corporate and regulatory law may make them well-equipped to handle the unique legal challenges in these areas.