Capital Markets

Capital Markets Law Firm in India

Capital Markets Law Firm in India

King Stubb and Kasiva being amongst the top capital markets law firm in India, our team offers comprehensive services, which includes regular guidance to clients on transactions involving equity and debt capital markets. Our Capital Market Legal Services in India extend to supporting companies with the issuance of equity and equity-linked financial instruments, such as initial public offerings, private placements, preferential issues, foreign currency convertible bonds, and overseas listings of global depository receipts. Furthermore, our top Capital Markets Lawyers in India possess substantial experience in handling business trust and real estate investment trust transactions in India and abroad.

The team at KSK has successfully handled some of the most intricate and noteworthy transactions in India. We have served a diverse client base comprising of prominent Indian and international corporations, banks, foreign portfolio investors, venture capitalists, and major asset management firms. With our extensive experience, our team has been at the forefront of monitoring and shaping the development of the capital markets sector in India.

Our law firm offers a fully integrated and pan-India practice, making us one of the few firms with such capabilities. This allows us to effectively meet client needs across different locations and jurisdictions. Additionally, our team members possess expertise in other practice areas, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and banking and finance, which enables us to adopt a more comprehensive approach.

Our Services

  • Assisting clients in complying with the regulations and guidelines of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and other regulatory bodies. 
  • Advice on the legal aspects of initial public offerings (IPOs), follow-on public offerings (FPOs), and private placements of securities. 
  • Advice on the trading of securities in the secondary market, including stock exchange listings, delistings, and other securities-related transactions. 
  • Conduct due diligence on behalf of clients in connection with securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and other transactions. 
  • Represent clients in disputes related to capital markets transactions, including shareholder disputes, securities fraud, and regulatory investigations. 

Key Highlights

  • Advising clients on securities offerings including initial public offerings (IPOs), follow-on public offerings (FPOs), and private placements of securities. 
  • Providing due diligence services in connection with securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions 
  • Providing legal advice on mergers and acquisitions involving public companies, including takeover offers and share buybacks. 
  • Representing clients in disputes related to capital markets transactions. 

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FAQs

What is the role of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in capital markets law?

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is the main regulatory body for the securities markets in India. SEBI is responsible for regulating and overseeing the issuance and trading of securities in the Indian capital markets, and enforcing compliance with the relevant laws and regulations. 

What are the key regulations governing capital markets law in India?

The key regulations governing capital markets law in India include the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992, the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956, and the Companies Act, 2013. 

What are some of the recent developments in capital markets law in India?

Recent developments in capital markets law in India include the introduction of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, which prescribe disclosure requirements for listed companies, and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, which prohibit insider trading in securities. 

What are the penalties for non-compliance with capital markets regulations in India?

The penalties for non-compliance with capital markets regulations in India can include fines, disgorgement of profits, suspension or cancellation of registration, and criminal prosecution. The severity of the penalty depends on the nature and extent of the non-compliance.