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Navigating a Landmark Act

New demand for modern infrastructure is driven by collaborative working spaces, highway retailing and luxury retailing. To bolster the market, the government has focused on attracting foreign investments, developing targeted marketing strategies, and adopting the latest technology. The implementation of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) and the introduction of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) have further boosted the sector, making specialised guidance essential to navigate the regulatory landscape.

Our Real Estate & Infrastructure Expertise

With years of experience advising on complex real estate transactions and developments across India, we are well-versed in the intricate regulatory, contractual, and financial frameworks that govern these sectors. Our team has worked on significant real estate and infrastructure projects, including residential, commercial and industrial developments, as well as large-scale infrastructure projects such as highways, airports and industrial zones. We offer strategic advice on all aspects of a project's lifecycle, including

  • Land acquisition and title verification

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Investment structuring

  • Dispute resolution

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    How We Support This Industry

    Title Investigations & Due Diligence

    We conduct thorough title investigations, tracing ownership history and identifying encumbrances. Our due diligence services, backed by expert reports, ensure that real estate transactions are legally sound.

    Land Acquisition & Advisory

    We provide advisory on land acquisition, structuring deals and obtaining regulatory approvals, helping you navigate land-use regulations for smooth development processes.

    Drafting & Negotiation

    We draft, review and negotiate conveyance documents, sale deeds, lease agreements, joint development contracts, construction, facility and project maintenance contracts, tailored to each project's unique needs.

    Dispute Resolution

    We offer alternative dispute resolution (ADR) support for property boundary issues, contractual breaches, landlord-tenant issues and construction defects. We represent clients before RERA, civil courts and in arbitration.

    Regulatory Compliance

    We guide clients through zoning laws, environmental regulations, building codes, title clearance verification, project structuring, stamp duty and registration, ensuring that everything adheres to legal standards.

    Tax Planning & Structuring

    We advise on tax-efficient structures for real estate transactions, covering GST, stamp duty, and income tax. We help identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure compliance to optimise returns.

    Infrastructure Projects

    We advise on complex infrastructure projects, including public-private partnerships (PPPs) and EPC contracts. Our team advises on project structuring, risk allocation, regulatory approvals and contract negotiations.

    Investment Advisory (REITs & InvITs)

    We provide comprehensive advisory on investment vehicles like Real Estate Investment Trusts and Infrastructure Investment Trusts. We assist in structuring equity and debt investments, ensuring compliance with SEBI regulations.

    Foreign & Domestic Investment

    We assist in structuring both foreign and domestic equity and debt investments. This also extends to advising on private equity transactions, joint ventures and foreign direct investments in real estate and infrastructure projects.

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