Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) are preference equity instruments that convert into equity shares. Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCD) are debt instruments that MUST convert into equity at a future date/valuation.
Corporate Finance Transactions
Advising on venture capital funding, private equity, debt issuance, and cap table structuring.
Corporate Law
Advising on venture capital funding, private equity, debt issuance, and cap table structuring.
Corporate finance transactions—including equity fundraising rounds (Seed to Series C), convertible debt (CCPS/CCD), venture debt, and private placement—require precise legal documentation and regulatory compliance under MCA and RBI guidelines.
Bail & Trial represents growth companies, founders, angel investors, and PE funds in deal structuring, Term Sheet negotiation, Share Subscription & Shareholders Agreements (SSHA), and closing compliance.
Venture Capital & Corporate Debt Structuring
Drafting Term Sheets, SSHA agreements, and CCPS/CCD issuance.
- Term Sheet & SSHA Negotiation
- CCPS & CCD Convertible Debt
- FEMA & Valuation Compliance
Our Expertise
Our Expertise in Corporate Finance
Guiding startups and corporations through capital raising deals.
Equity Fundraising & Term Sheets
Structuring venture capital and private equity investment deals.
- Term sheet negotiation & binding exclusivity
- Share Subscription & Shareholders Agreements (SSHA)
- Pre-money & post-money cap table audit
Convertible Instruments & Debt
Issuing Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) and Debentures (CCD).
- CCPS conversion ratio & valuation rules
- Venture debt facility agreements
- PAS-3 filing & valuation certificate compliance
Dispute Resolution
Structuring Investment Terms
Protecting founders and investor rights.
Option 01
Pre-Emptive & Anti-Dilution Rights
Drafting broad-based weighted average anti-dilution clauses.
Option 02
Liquidation Preference Structuring
Structuring 1x non-participating vs. participating liquidation preferences.
Option 03
Drag-Along & Tag-Along Rights
Protecting majority investor exit pathways and minority shareholder co-sale rights.
What We Do
Services for Founders, Startups & Investors
Full-spectrum corporate finance legal counsel.
Shareholders Agreement (SHA) Drafting
Custom SSHA covering board seats, reserved matters, and exit clauses.
FDI / Cross-Border Investment (FC-GPR)
Handling foreign direct investment reporting via FIRMS RBI portal.
ESOP Pool Structuring
Designing Employee Stock Option Plans under Companies Act rules.
Rights Issue & Private Placement
Executing PAS-4 and PAS-5 private placement compliance.
Common Matters
Key Corporate Finance Rules
Mandatory statutory regulations under Companies Act & FEMA.
Registered Valuer Report (Sec 62)
Shares issued at a premium require valuation report from a Registered Valuer.
60-Day Share Allotment Rule
Allotment of shares must be completed within 60 days of receiving application money.
FEMA Pricing Guidelines
Shares issued to foreign investors cannot be priced below fair market value.
Our Process
Our Deal Closing Workflow
How we navigate funding transactions.
1
Entity & Governance Assessment
Assessing statutory corporate obligations, board mandates, and capitalization structures for Corporate Finance Transactions.
2
Legal Due Diligence & Audit
Reviewing Articles of Association, shareholding ledgers, MCA filings, and third-party contracts.
3
Drafting Core Charters & Agreements
Formulating customized shareholder agreements, commercial deeds, and corporate resolutions.
4
MCA & Regulatory Approvals
Filing statutory forms with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), NCLT, and sectoral authorities.
5
Negotiation & Dispute Management
Resolving deadlock, investor conflicts, or restructuring bottlenecks through structured counsel.
6
Execution, Compliance & Annual Shield
Final execution, statutory register maintenance, and continuous corporate governance monitoring.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Us for Corporate Finance
Transaction-focused corporate lawyers protecting founder control while ensuring investor satisfaction.
Cap Table Protection
Ensuring founders retain operational control and voting rights.
Fast Closing Speed
Streamlined documentation to close funding rounds without delays.
Have Questions?
FAQ about Corporate Finance Transactions
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What is the difference between CCPS and CCD in startup funding?
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What are Reserved Matters in a Shareholders Agreement?Reserved Matters are critical corporate actions (like changing business, issuing new shares, incurring major debt, or M&A) that require explicit prior consent of the investor.
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What is the timeline for filing Form PAS-3 after share allotment?Form PAS-3 (Return of Allotment) must be filed with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) within 15 days of share allotment by the Board of Directors.
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What is the statutory process for compounding technical MCA defaults?Under Section 441 of the Companies Act 2013, a company can file a compounding application admitting technical non-compliance, pay a reduced fine to NCLT/RD, and avoid court prosecution.
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What are the consequences of non-compliance with annual ROC filings?Delayed AOC-4 and MGT-7 filings incur daily additional late fees of Rs. 100 per day, director DIN disqualification for 3 consecutive years of non-filing, and risk of company strike-off.
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