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When should a business seek professional corporate or secretarial advice?
It is generally best to seek professional advice before making an important decision or commitment, rather than waiting until everything has already been finalized. Professional advice can be especially valuable when starting or restructuring a business, raising funds, bringing in investors, entering a new market, completing a major transaction, or responding to changing regulatory requirements.
Seeking advice early can help identify potential risks, avoid costly issues, and provide greater clarity on the appropriate next steps.
How do I know which business structure is right for me?
There is no single structure that works for every business. The right choice depends on several factors such as the nature of the business, ownership, and expected growth.
Your future plans also matter. For example, a business expecting to raise funds, bring in investors or expand internationally may have different requirements from one that plans to remain closely held. The aim is to choose a structure that works for the business today without unnecessarily limiting its options tomorrow.
What are the benefits of using professional corporate and secretarial services?
Professional support can help businesses stay compliant, maintain proper corporate records and understand the regulatory implications of important decisions. Furthermore, these services can also help management identify potential issues earlier, make informed decisions and handle complex corporate requirements in a more structured manner.
What should I consider before hiring a corporate or secretarial advisory firm?
Start by considering whether the firm has the experience and expertise relevant to your requirements. You may also want to understand their approach to client service, familiarity with complex corporate and regulatory matters, ability to coordinate across different areas of expertise, responsiveness and professional standards.
Most importantly, look for an advisor who takes the time to understand your business rather than offering the same solution to every client.
Most importantly, look for an advisor who takes the time to understand your business rather than offering the same solution to every client.
What types of services do DTSM & Associates offer?
DTSM provides a broad range of corporate, secretarial, regulatory and advisory services. Its areas of practice include corporate and secretarial laws, corporate governance, FEMA and foreign investment, SEBI and listing compliance, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, transaction structuring, agreement drafting, NCLT matters, liquidation and IBC, among others.
Does DTSM work with startups?
Yes. DTSM advises startups as well as established businesses. For startups, the firm’s support can extend across different stages of the business journey, including incorporation and structuring, fundraising, ESOPs, governance, investor documentation and ongoing compliance.
Does DTSM work only with businesses based in India?
No. DTSM’s experience includes multinational and foreign-owned businesses as well as Indian companies and corporate groups. The firm also advises on inbound and outbound investments, FEMA, FDI/ODI, joint ventures, subsidiaries and other cross-border corporate matters.
Can I approach DTSM for a one-time requirement, or only for ongoing support?
The appropriate engagement depends on the nature of your requirements. Some businesses may need support for a specific transaction or corporate matter, while others may require ongoing corporate, secretarial or compliance assistance.
DTSM first seeks to understand the requirement and, where detailed engagement is needed, explains the proposed scope of work before proceeding.
What is the typical cost of corporate and secretarial services?
Professional fees can vary depending on the nature, scope and complexity of the assignment. For example, a straightforward matter may require limited professional involvement, while a complex corporate transaction may require more extensive analysis, planning and support.
For DTSM engagements, the scope of work, professionals involved and applicable professional fees are explained before proceeding.
Why should I choose DTSM & Associates?
10 DTSM brings together 21+ years of professional journey, a team of 35+ professionals and experience serving 900+ clients and incorporating 1,000+ companies.
Beyond experience, the firm’s approach is centered on understanding the client’s business and providing advice that considers the larger picture. Integrity, depth of knowledge and accuracy of advice are principles that clients associate with DTSM.
What can I expect from my first consultation with DTSM?
The first consultation is primarily a conversation about what you are trying to achieve. Our team begins by understanding your business, the situation you are dealing with and your objective. Depending on the matter, the discussion may cover your existing structure, relevant regulatory considerations, potential issues, possible approaches and practical next steps. The goal is to give you greater clarity about your options and the possible way forward
What information should I provide when contacting DTSM?
You do not need to have everything figured out before contacting DTSM. To begin, it is helpful to start with a clear understanding of what you are trying to achieve and the key issues you would like assistance with.
Depending on your requirements, you may also be asked to provide relevant information about your business, ownership or corporate structure, proposed transaction, and any supporting documents available. The DTSM team will review the provided information and let you know if anything further is needed to understand your requirements and advise you appropriately.
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