Luminary Law Firm

Our depth of learning and constant working to bring a difference distinguishes us yielding core advantages for our clients as we aim to not leave a single stone unturned to meet client’s satisfaction levels and justify performances. We have highly recommended experienced practitioners who are well known for their formidable knowledge in the field of energy and infrastructure.

From drafting all sorts of legal documentation to providing consultations on all areas of energy projects, we help our clients sail through all legal challenges with utmost efficiency. We have an in-depth understanding of the energy industry, the agenda of the major players, and the regulatory and competition framework within which the industry functions.

We are adept at advising and assisting our various clients in the private sector who are  involved in the field of power where such private participation has manifested itself in diverse forms such as BOO, BOT, BOOT, BOLT to Management and Lease Contracts in India. In a developing country like India, recent trends of deregulation in Energy sector and emerging dual challenges of delivering energy security and reducing greenhouse emissions are complicated areas which requires an acute understanding of the law and commercial challenges.

Our team of skillful legal experts also comprises advocates who are on the panel as active lawyers for state electricity boards and have leading experience on power and electricity matters. We offer services in the following areas -

• Drafting and negotiating energy related agreements including connection agreements, energy supply agreements (with or without flexible pricing mechanisms), agreements for the sale and purchase of fuel, power purchase agreements, and energy and emissions allowance trade agreements;
• Documentation and consultation on acquisition of licenses;
• Permits to operate a power or hydro plant;
• Environmental dispute resolution through mediation;
• Representation to public authorities;
•  Legislation relating to the environment and water;
• Criminal prosecution and liability;
• Financing of projects including debt restructuring involving domestic and overseas underwriters;
• Acquisition or disposition of energy assets;
• Compliance with energy regulatory requirements;
• Application for and negotiation of environmental permits and government concessions.

In today’s competitive scenario the foundation of a healthy corporate house rests in the root of sound and clear legal system. Resolving corporate legal issues carries a significant importance for “going concern” entity. Proper application of corporate law presupposes not only good knowledge of the regulations themselves but also constant monitoring of legislations and amendments.

Our attorneys possess strong knowledge of companies and allied Laws. We facilitate our clients to negotiate terms and conditions of contracts related to products and services and draft the requisite legal documentation to enable commencement of business initiatives. Our services encompass legal assistance in areas such as:

• Company law;

• Corporate governance;

• Insolvency and debt restructuring;

• Mergers and acquisitions;

• Joint ventures;

• Corporate litigation and arbitration.

We hold quality expertise in Legal research on applicable laws, rules and regulations, regulatory requirements and advising the companies, its subsidiary companies, joint venture companies on structuring various business transactions, matter and initiatives of the company. Our attorneys advise several organization on various corporate matters including incorporations, mergers and acquisitions, formation of subsidiary, financing securities and other matter under the Companies Act of 1956.

The significance of effectively protecting proprietary information, unique products and services and research and development is critical in today’s globally competitive business. The basis of Intellectual Property law is consequential to Natural law and not of statute or precedent, which does not make registration mandatory but provides added benefits to the registered owner apart from making the proceedings smooth and less cumbersome.

 Lex Commerci assists clients in all aspects of intellectual property law and related technology matters. Our lawyers technical knowledge and extensive litigation experience enable us to efficiently understand the issues behind the process of emerging and established intellectual property assets.

We offer guidance through full range of intellectual property law, including:

• Patents
• Copyrights
• Designs
• Trademarks
• Trade Secrets
• IP Litigation
• IP Audits and Due Diligence
• IP Portfolio Analysis and Management
• Licensing, Merchandising and Branding
• Privacy and Data Protection

We at Lex Commerci understand the intricacies of providing efficient legal solutions to people residing outside India. Our unique business model makes the experience of receiving Legal services while residing abroad as service received next door.

We ensure adherence to strict values such as confidentiality, fair and transparent billing, professional integrity and value for time which are essential to provide NRI client satisfaction and building trustworthy relations.

Lex Commerci provides complete service range for its NRI clients which includes -

The real estate market is changing in the present scenario. The structures and vehicles used are increasingly sophisticated and so are the financing techniques. The market is now truly in a global state. The need of the hour is that the lawyers should have the technical expertise along with the practical approach to meet the demands of this modern real estate market and to fulfill the business requirements of their clients.

Lex Commerci comprises of the team of the attorney’s who have the vast real estate laws experience behind them which they have gained through the passage of time by assisting the various government departments and the private clients in this field. Lex Commerci have amassed considerable expertise in both legal and commercial relations and at both the stages i.e. at the advisory stage and at the stage of conducting litigation. We take pride in delivering the expertise to the clients with a personal touch.

Lex Commerci assist investors, property owners, developers, contractors, landlords and tenants on all aspects within real property, including:

• Drafting of various Agreements and related documents therein in the realm of the real estate as a sector;
• Purchase and sale of the real property and commercial property;
• Hotels;
• Letting, renting and leasing;
• Construction contracts, including partnering;
• Joint ventures;
• Financing of property;
• Development and management of shopping centers;
• Dispute resolution, both through the ordinary courts and through arbitration.

Within this realm we deal with many contract disputes concerning Infrastructure development, Construction and Supply contracts for construction of buildings, roads, highways, bridges, earthworks of railway tracks, golf courses, fly ash and canals. We also handle disputes arising out of Building and Engineering Contracts relating to infrastructure development, supply of goods and services

Arbitration, Mediation and Negotiation have been practiced for hundreds of years but have achieved a new degree of popularity today. Each in its own way helps resolve  issues through communication and cooperation avoiding adversity or animosity.

 Arbitration

Lex Commerci has a strong specialization in international and domestic arbitrations under the Indian arbitration and conciliation act of 1996. Our arbitration services include representing clients in arbitrations in any seat, under any law and before any arbitral tribunal.

We interpret and advise on complex arbitration provisions touching upon and concerning  contracts and laws, enforced arbitration agreements & awards. Our attorneys intensively deal with drafting arbitration and ADR clauses, agreements, appointment of arbitrator/s, preparation of arbitration claims, defence statements, rejoinders, furnishing evidence, arguments before the arbitral tribunal, challenging and defending arbitral awards, execution petitions, appeals, etc.

 Our experience extends to resolution of disputes through arbitration in many fields of commercial activity such as:

• Construction and building agreements;

• Commercial contracts;

• Financial services;

• Company and corporate disputes.

 Mediation

Mediation is fast emerging a valuable discipline of law. A good mediator help parties take a realistic look at their disputes and deal with them effectively. Our legal professionals have in-depth expertise in this area; effectively applying mediation principles to help our clients with the simple virtues of cooperation and communication.

• Property and construction mediation;

• Employee- employer disputes mediation;

• Civil Litigation mediation;

• Consumer – Merchant disputes.

Civil Litigation:

The foremost ingredients that give a practicable success story to any litigation require attorneys to be well equipped of subject matter and procedure involved.

Our team of attorneys comes together with its exceptional skills of drafting and oration and  ability to identify the best alternative for resolving high profile disputes in any form. We assist our clients in all  areas of civil litigation too.

Our team of legal professionals has represented many Government bodies, corporations and individual clients in the High Courts, District Courts, National Commissions, Consumer forums, and various other tribunals. Our areas of expertise include Service laws, Company matters, Employees Provident Fund matters, Recovery Suits, Consumer and tort litigation, Property Contracts, Public Interest Litigation, Rent matters, Land Acquisition,  Matrimonial Law, etc.

Criminal Litigation:

The health care industry is highly regulated industry which is subject to constant change. Health care providers need legal advice to help them navigate the regulatory obstacles and succeed in today’s business environment.

We specialize in advising Private as well as Government Sector to navigate smoothly through different models of Public Private Partnership ensuring all legal compliances and risk aversion.

Lex Commerci provides assistance to Government Healthcare sector, Private Hospitals, Professional Practice groups, Professional associations, Physicians and Dentists and full range of healthcare providers for dealing under all aspects of healthcare law including –

- PPP Transactions

- Business Formation

- Consolidations, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures

- Regulatory Compliance

- Healthcare Litigation

- Physician-Hospital Transactions

- Legislative and Public Policy Issues.

- Governance Issues

- Asset Protection