Company Secretarial Services

 

Expert Jurist LLP provides a comprehensive range of company secretarial services to help businesses maintain proper corporate governance and comply with statutory requirements. Our team ensures that your company meets all regulatory obligations, from conducting audits to maintaining accurate records, helping you avoid penalties and ensuring smooth operations.

 

1. Secretarial Audits

A Secretarial Audit ensures that a company complies with all statutory and regulatory requirements, as mandated under the Companies Act, 2013. Our team conducts thorough audits to identify compliance gaps and provide actionable solutions.

 

Services Offered:

• Compliance Audits: Verifying compliance with corporate governance standards, the Companies Act, and other regulatory bodies.

• Annual Filing Audits: Ensuring that all necessary annual returns and reports have been correctly filed with the Registrar of Companies (RoC).

• Board Meeting Compliance: Reviewing board meeting procedures, minutes, and resolutions to ensure legal compliance.

• Corporate Governance Audits: Assessing the company's governance structure to ensure it meets regulatory standards and best practices.

• Audit Reporting: Providing detailed audit reports with recommendations for addressing compliance gaps.

 

2. Company Due Diligence

Company due diligence is essential for mergers, acquisitions, or other corporate restructuring activities. We offer legal and secretarial due diligence services to ensure that the target company complies with all regulatory requirements and has a clean financial and legal record.

 

Services Offered:

• Legal Due Diligence: Verifying the legal standing of the company, including litigation, contracts, and regulatory compliance.

• Financial Due Diligence: Assessing the financial health of the company, including balance sheets, tax filings, and financial audits.

• Corporate Records Review: Reviewing company records to ensure they are accurate and up to date.

• Mergers & Acquisitions Due Diligence: Assisting in corporate transactions by identifying risks and liabilities in potential deals.

• Compliance Verification: Ensuring the target company complies with applicable laws, including labor, tax, and environmental regulations.

 

3. Record Keeping

Accurate and timely record keeping is vital to comply with statutory requirements and ensure smooth business operations. We assist in maintaining proper records of all corporate activities, helping you stay compliant with the Companies Act, 2013.

 

Services Offered:

• Maintaining Statutory Registers: Ensuring proper maintenance of registers like the register of members, directors, charges, and share capital.

• Board Meeting Records: Drafting and maintaining accurate minutes of board meetings and general meetings.

• Statutory Filings: Filing forms and returns with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and other regulatory bodies in compliance with statutory deadlines.

• Document Retention: Advising on document retention policies to ensure that corporate documents are kept securely and for the required time periods.

• Corporate Record Management: Organizing and maintaining corporate records for easy access during audits or legal disputes.

 

4. Dispute Resolution

Corporate disputes can arise over governance, shareholder rights, or compliance matters. We provide expert legal representation and advisory services to resolve company secretarial disputes efficiently, minimizing disruptions to your business operations.

 

Services Offered:

• Shareholder Disputes: Representing companies and shareholders in disputes related to voting rights, dividends, or share ownership.

• Director Disputes: Resolving conflicts between directors and the company regarding their roles, duties, and compensation.

• Corporate Governance Disputes: Advising on disputes related to breaches of corporate governance rules and ensuring compliance with the Companies Act.

• Mediation & Arbitration: Offering mediation and arbitration services to resolve disputes outside of court.

• Litigation Support: Representing clients in courts and tribunals in case of unresolved corporate disputes.

 

5. Companies Act Compliance

Compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 is crucial for maintaining corporate governance standards and avoiding penalties. We provide expert advisory and support services to ensure that your company meets all statutory obligations under the Act.

 

Services Offered:

• Annual Filings: Assisting with the timely filing of annual returns, financial statements, and other mandatory forms.

• Board Meeting Compliance: Ensuring that board meetings are conducted in accordance with the Companies Act, including maintaining accurate records of decisions and resolutions.

• Compliance Advisory: Offering legal advice on amendments to the Companies Act and how they impact your business.

• Statutory Audits & Inspections: Preparing for statutory audits and inspections by regulatory bodies.

• Directors & Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) Compliance: Ensuring that appointments, resignations, and compensation of directors and KMPs comply with the Companies Act.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

Q1. What is the purpose of a secretarial audit?
A1. A secretarial audit ensures that your company complies with all corporate laws and regulations, helping to identify and resolve compliance issues before they result in legal penalties.

 

Q2. What documents are required for company due diligence?
A2. Due diligence typically requires reviewing corporate records, financial statements, contracts, tax filings, board meeting minutes, and compliance reports to assess the legal and financial standing of a company.

 

Q3. How does your firm assist with record keeping?
A3. We help maintain statutory registers, draft minutes of meetings, file statutory returns, and ensure that all corporate documents are organized and easily accessible for audits and compliance checks.

 

Q4. What are the common types of company disputes?
A4. Common corporate disputes include shareholder disagreements, conflicts between directors, breaches of governance, and disputes over company policies. Our team helps resolve these through mediation, arbitration, or litigation if necessary.

 

Q5. What are the consequences of non-compliance with the Companies Act?
A5. Non-compliance with the Companies Act can result in penalties, fines, or disqualification of directors. We help businesses avoid these consequences by ensuring timely and accurate compliance with all statutory requirements.

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Why Choose Expert Jurist LLP for Company Secretarial Services?

• Comprehensive Corporate Compliance: We cover all aspects of company secretarial services, from audits to dispute resolution, ensuring your business remains fully compliant with corporate governance standards.

• Experienced Team: Our team has extensive expertise in handling complex corporate transactions and ensuring compliance with the Companies Act.

• Efficient Record Keeping: We ensure that all statutory records are accurately maintained and up-to-date, helping your business stay audit-ready.

• Expert Dispute Resolution: Whether through mediation or litigation, we offer effective solutions to resolve corporate disputes quickly and effectively.

 

Get in Touch

For expert legal support with company secretarial services, contact Expert Jurist LLP today. Our team is here to help you maintain compliance and governance, ensuring your business runs smoothly and efficiently.