Legal Social Responsibility

Formation and Registration

Formation and Registration

Formation and Registration

Incorporation: Assistance with the legal process of setting up NGOs, including registration under various statutes such as the Societies Registration Act, 1860, the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, or as a Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013.
Compliance: Guidance on fulfilling legal requirements for registration and obtaining necessary licenses or approvals.

Governance & Tax Compliance

Formation and Registration

Formation and Registration

Corporate Governance: Advising on the structure of governing bodies, drafting and reviewing constitutions, bylaws, or other governance documents.
Tax Compliance: Advising on tax obligations, including the application and maintenance of tax-exempt status under relevant sections of the Income Tax Act (e.g., Section 12A and 80G).

Funding and Grants

Formation and Registration

Employment and Labor Law

Grant Agreements: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to grants, donations, and funding from various sources, including international donors.
Compliance with Funding Regulations: Advising on compliance with the rules governing the use of funds, including legal obligations related to foreign and domestic funding.

Employment and Labor Law

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Employment and Labor Law

Employment Contracts: Drafting and reviewing employment contracts and policies for staff and volunteers.
Labor Compliance: Ensuring adherence to labor laws, including wage laws, working conditions, and employee rights.
Drafting & Reviewing Contracts: Assistance with drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts related to service agreements, partnerships, collaborations, and procurement.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Legal Representation: Providing representation in legal disputes, including issues related to contractual obligations, employment disputes, etc.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Assisting with mediation and arbitration processes to resolve disputes amicably.
Public Interest Litigation (PIL): Representing NGOs in PILs to address broader social issues, public policy concerns, and rights-based advocacy.

Legal Training and Awareness

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Training Sessions: Conducting training sessions and workshops for NGO staff and volunteers on various legal aspects, including compliance, governance, and rights.
Legal Aid Camps: Conducting legal aid camps and seminars on issued focused and catered to by the NGOs and Organisations.