The Indian retail sector is developing at an enormous scale and has a vast reach throughout India. The lawyers at Ivy law have significant experience in advising clients across the retail sector including in matters pertaining to properties, workforce management, corporate & commercial, intellectual property and e-commerce among other areas impacting the retail industry. Ivy Law is well placed to offer instant and appropriate legal assistance, advisories and solutions to challenges faced by clients in this sector.
Broadly, our scope of work in retail includes:
Advising on potential risks and assisting with structuring of joint ventures, collaborations, MoUs and strategic alliances in the retail sector.
Assisting with foreign exchange laws and foreign direct investment.
Conducting due diligence for retail projects and on proposed business partners.
Conducting internal statutory compliance audits for facilitating smooth business operations.
Drafting, vetting and negotiation of commercial contracts such as franchise, leasing and licensing agreements, retailer agreements, consultancy agreements, branding agreements etc.
Assisting in IPR related work including drafting of licensing and assignment agreements for trademark and patents.
Assisting with labour and employment matters.
Advising and assisting with statutory compliances relevant for business operations.
Drafting of legal notices and correspondence in relation to retail disputes.