In today’s dynamic regulatory environment, listed companies, market intermediaries, and institutional investors must navigate the intricacies of SEBI laws and stock exchange regulations with precision and caution. At Corporate Professionals, our specialized Securities Law & Advisory practice offers a single-point solution for all legal, transactional, and regulatory challenges in the capital markets.

Our team, comprising seasoned legal and compliance professionals, has successfully handled over 1,000 assignments involving listed entities, fund houses, brokers, and SEBI-registered intermediaries. From responding to regulatory investigations and inquiries to designing robust compliance frameworks, we ensure clients are protected, compliant, and ready to operate confidently in a scrutinized marketplace.

Key Offerings

End-to-End Investigation Support

We provide full-spectrum assistance during SEBI and stock exchange investigations, including response strategies for in-mail questionnaires, summons, inspections, and seizures—ensuring legal preparedness and procedural adherence.

Stock Exchanges’ Proceedings

We represent clients before stock exchanges in matters involving penalty levies, delisting threats, and other coercive actions—helping safeguard reputational and listing status.

SEBI’s Adjudication / Inquiry Proceedings

Our experts guide clients through SEBI’s adjudication process, preparing Show Cause Notice responses, defense strategies, and oral representations to effectively manage legal exposure.

SEBI Prosecutions

We defend clients in SEBI-initiated prosecutions before Special Courts, preparing applications such as Discharge Petitions and ensuring appropriate legal representation throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Representation before Courts and Tribunals

We offer appellate and constitutional remedies before SAT and High Courts in regulatory matters related to penalties, disgorgement, suspensions, delisting, and more.

ADR, Settlements & Exemptions

Our team is experienced in negotiating settlements, handling compounding, arbitration, and filing exemption applications before SEBI or exchanges to resolve matters efficiently.

Investor Complaint Resolution

We assist listed companies in resolving complaints filed via SCORES by drafting responses, managing communication, and aligning resolution with SEBI expectations.

Comprehensive Legal Advisory & Opinions

We provide in-depth legal opinions and transaction-specific guidance on SEBI regulations such as ICDR, LODR, PIT, SAST, PFUTP, and others—addressing materiality, disclosure norms, and insider issues.

PIT Advisory & Policy Making

We help organizations establish, update, and enforce Codes of Conduct and other PIT-related internal control systems, including SDD implementation, training programs, and whistleblower mechanisms.

Due Diligence & Audit Services

Our team conducts thorough securities law due diligence and audits to assess and enhance regulatory compliance—mitigating potential enforcement risks.

Intermediary Registration & Regulatory Services

We assist in obtaining SEBI registrations, executing change of control or business transfer filings, and navigating the approval process for market intermediaries like RTAs, brokers, and advisors.

Fund & Investment Advisory

We support the formation and regulatory setup of AIFs, FPIs, REITs, and InvITs, including documentation, filings, and end-to-end SEBI liaison for registration and compliance.

Service approach that guarantees efficiency

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Regulatory Diagnosis

Analyze the client’s legal and compliance posture.

Strategic Positioning

Develop clear, defense-ready responses and strategies.

Legal Drafting & Submissions

Prepare filings, replies, and applications with precision.

Representation & Negotiation

Represent clients before SEBI, exchanges, SAT, and courts.

Compliance Strengthening

Assist in building internal frameworks and risk controls.

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Case Studies
Insider Trading Allegation

Assisted a prominent listed company in addressing non-compliance with the SEBI (PIT) Regulations, 2015 due to unauthorized trading by a Designated Person during a restricted period. We drafted a Show Cause Notice (SCN) detailing the non-compliance and prepared a Recommendation Note proposing disciplinary actions per the company’s penalty matrix. Our guidance helped the client effectively resolve the issue, strengthen internal controls, and affirm their commitment to SEBI compliance, reducing potential regulatory scrutiny.

Delayed SEBI Order Challenge

Successfully represented our client, a publicly listed company, which faced a Delisting Order due to alleged non-compliance. The Show Cause Notice was delayed and sent to an outdated address. We challenged the delisting order, highlighting procedural flaws and emphasizing the company's remedial actions. The client submitted a proposal, including payment, which the Hon'ble SAT accepted, directing the exchange to consider it legally. This strategic approach led to a favorable outcome for our client.

Penalty Reduction

Assisted Clients in formulating appropriate responses to queries raised by Stock Exchanges such as NSE and BSE. These queries pertain to a disclosure/public announcement made by the Company pertaining to a transaction or a material event, and actions taken by the Company for maintaining internal checks and control and preventing insider trading.

SAT Overturn of PFUTP Penalty

Successfully represented clients in a SEBI inquiry concerning alleged violations under the SEBI (SAST) Regulations. While SEBI claimed an 8-day delay in making a public announcement following a 2015 order, it accepted our contention that the compliance period should be counted from the date the order was served, not issued. We demonstrated that the delay was due to late service and logistical challenges and that our clients acted in good faith with no intent to evade obligations. The case was resolved without any monetary penalties.

Prosecution Discharge

Successfully represented multiple entities in a high-profile insider trading case before SEBI involving Lux Industries Limited. SEBI had initially imposed stringent restrictions, including freezing bank accounts, as part of an interim order alleging trading based on Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI). After a detailed analysis and comprehensive submissions by our team, SEBI found insufficient evidence to establish the flow of UPSI and revoked the interim order. All restrictions were lifted, and the impounded amounts were ordered to be released with interest.

NSEL Matter – Intermediary Relief

Represented a client before SEBI who was issued a Show Cause Notice after previously receiving a Warning Letter on the same subject matter. SEBI alleged violations related to insider trading activities. Our primary argument centred on the jurisdictional aspect, asserting that the Noticee had not violated the terms of the Warning Letter. Therefore, the subsequent Show Cause Notice was not maintainable. As a result of our efforts, SEBI dropped all charges against the client, recognizing that the earlier Warning Letter sufficed and that no further violations had occurred.

Category I AIF Registration

Assisted Clients in establishing Category-I Alternative Investment Funds (AIF). Our role involved managing every aspect of the process, from drafting key documentation to submitting filings with SEBI. By utilizing our expertise in AIF regulations and maintaining a meticulous approach, we achieved a seamless and successful registration.

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