Independent Counsel & Board Advisor

Your Trusted Legal Partner in India

Strategic Legal Oversight for Foreign Companies Investing and Operating in India

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Lalit Mathur - Independent India Counsel

Welcome

Expanding into India presents exceptional commercial opportunities, but it also brings legal, regulatory, and governance challenges that require continuous oversight.

Many multinational corporations appoint different law firms for corporate transactions, employment matters, tax advisory, litigation, arbitration, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. While each specialist plays an important role, businesses often lack a single legal advisor responsible for coordinating these services and ensuring they align with the company's commercial objectives. Indian General Counsel bridges this gap.

Iact as an outsourced General Counsel for foreign companies, private equity investors, family offices, multinational corporations, and international businesses operating in India. Working on a retained basis, Iprovide strategic legal oversight, supervise external legal advisors, advise boards and senior management, and help businesses navigate India's complex legal and regulatory environment with confidence. I are not just legal advisors I become your trusted legal partner in India.

Our Mission

To provide international businesses with the confidence to invest, operate, and grow in India through strategic legal guidance, proactive governance, and independent oversight. I believe that legal advice should not simply solve problemsit should prevent them, support informed decision-making, and contribute to long-term business success.

Our Value Proposition

Unlike traditional law firms that are engaged for individual matters, Indian General Counsel provides ongoing strategic legal support throughout your business journey in India. Our role is to ensure that every legal decision supports your commercial objectives while protecting your investment from unnecessary legal and regulatory risks. I serve as the single point of coordination between management, boards of directors, regulators and external legal advisors.

Comprehensive Services

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India Entry

Strategic guidance for foreign entities establishing their footprint in India, from entity selection to initial regulatory setup.

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Forensic & White-Collar Investigations

Deep-dive investigations into financial irregularities, misconduct, and regulatory breaches to safeguard your reputation.

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Director & Shareholder Investigations

Independent internal investigations addressing governance concerns or disputes between key stakeholders and leadership.

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Compliance & Governance Audits

Thorough internal audits to ensure alignment with Indian laws and global corporate governance standards.

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International Dispute Resolution

Managing cross-border legal conflicts with a focus on arbitration, mediation, and protecting foreign investor rights.

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Board Representation Services

Acting as an Independent Director to provide professional oversight and act as your local eyes and ears.

Why Clients Engage Me

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    Unbiased Independence

    I provide objective counsel untethered from local corporate politics or conflicting interests.

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    Strategic Local Insights

    Deep understanding of how the Indian regulatory and business ecosystem actually functions.

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    Risk Mitigation

    Proactive identification of legal and operational risks before they become liabilities.

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    Cultural Liaison

    Bridging the communication and expectation gap between global HQs and Indian subsidiaries.

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Expertise You Can Count On

"My mission is to ensure that your India operations are as transparent, compliant, and successful as your home-market business."

Lalit Mathur

30+ Years Experience | Independent Board Advisor

Board Representation & Independent Director Services

Ensuring professional oversight and governance for foreign-owned Indian entities.

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Foreign shareholders often lack real-time visibility into the day-to-day governance of their Indian subsidiaries. As an Independent Director, I provide:

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visibility Your Eyes and Ears in India

Operating from distance creates a "trust gap." I act as the vital link between your global headquarters and local operations:

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Ready to Secure Your Interests in India?

Schedule a confidential introductory call to discuss your India entry, compliance, or board representation needs.

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