Do you have the Right Advisors for India? | Doing Business in India | Episode 6

General

February 18, 2026

Entering the Indian market offers significant strategic opportunities — but are you prepared to navigate a regulatory framework where a business plan alone is not enough? In this episode of the Veyrah Law series, Ajay Joseph (Partner) breaks down the essential advisory roles every foreign investor and multinational enterprise should consider before committing capital to India.

Since India’s regulatory environment has evolved from the 1991 liberalisation to today’s highly specialised landscape, a “one-size-fits-all” approach can create structural blind spots and hidden liabilities. Who should guide your entry — and how should that advisory team be structured? We explore why building a specialised, coordinated advisory framework is critical to managing compliance exposure and other legal risks.

Do you have the Right Advisors for India? | Doing Business in India | Episode 6

Keywords

  • Inbound Investments: Foreign capital entering India.
  • Statutory Filings: Mandatory legal document submissions.
  • Incorporation: Legal company formation process.
  • Compliance: Following laws and rules.
  • Exchange Control Laws: Regulations on currency movement.
  • Double Taxation: Paying tax in 2 or more different countries.
  • Quasi-judicial Forums: Bodies with court-like powers.
  • Registrar of Companies: government body that manages company registrations in India.

Timestamps

Introduction to Episode 6: The Right Advisors for India 
Why India’s Regulatory Environment is Unique 
The Corporate Advisory Lawyer: Your First Point of Contact 
The Tax Advisor: Inbound Structuring & Efficiency 
The Company Secretary: Managing Statutory Compliance 
Chartered Accountants (CAs): Accounting & Daily Tax 
Specialist Consultants: Industry Licences & Payroll •
The Litigation Lawyer: Anticipating & Managing Disputes 
The Evolution of Specialisation in the Indian Market 
Understanding Legal vs. Accounting Practice Rules 
The Risks of “Under the Radar” Legal Advice 
How to Onboard and Source the Right Team 
Sourcing Strategies: Industry Chambers, LLMs, and References 
Advisor Costs: Fixed Fees vs. Hourly Billing 
Summary & Key Takeaways