Collaboration with Indian Law Firms

I provide US-licensed review and opinion services to Indian law firms whose clients need US legal expertise on cross-border matters.

Why Indian Law Firms Work With Me

Bridge Two Legal Systems: My NLSIU education, Supreme Court litigation experience with former Attorney General K.K. Venugopal and work at SEBI mean I understand how Indian legal practice works and what your clients expect.

Active US Technology Practice: I negotiate commercial and technology agreements daily. I know what's actually market standard in US tech contracts right now, not just legal theory.

Efficient Collaboration Model: I've developed review protocols specifically for law firm collaboration. I provide thorough US law review without re-researching everything or disrupting your economics.

Credibility with Clients: Your clients get comfort of US-licensed counsel review from someone who understands Indian business context.

Fast, Predictable Turnaround: Fixed timelines and pricing you can rely on when managing client expectations.

Services Offered

Preliminary Review (Issue-Spotting) 

Best for: Initial assessment of US law issues before your firm invests in detailed research or drafting.

Fee: $950 (Flat Fee) 

Turnaround: 48 Hours

What you get: Review of transaction documents (up to 30 pages); a 2-3 page Issue-Spotting Memo; an analytical framework for your firm’s research; and preliminary guidance on the US law approach.

Detailed Review & Redlining

Best for: Matters requiring "ready-to-send" US-compliant documents and deep-dive risk mitigation.

Fee: $1,500 – $3,500 (Flat Fee, Tiered by Complexity)

• • Standard (NDAs, SOWs, IP Assignments): $1,500

  • Advanced (SaaS, MSAs, Licensing, DPAs): $2,500 – $3,500

Turnaround: 3–5 Business Days

What you get: Full track-changes redline aligned with US tech market standards; detailed marginal notes for your team’s internal use; and US law compliance verification (NY State & Federal).

Participation in Negotiations

Best for: High-stakes closings where direct advocacy against US-based counsel is required.

Fee: $550/hour (or fixed-fee retainer per negotiation cycle)

What you get: Active participation in virtual negotiation sessions; "Lawyer-to-Lawyer" advocacy with US counterparties; and post-call strategy debriefs with your team.

NY Law Enforceability Opinion

Best for: Cross-border deals where a formal legal opinion on NY jurisdiction and enforceability is a closing condition for banks or investors.

Fee: Starting at $7,500 (Formal Opinion) or $3,500 (Internal Guidance Memo)

What you get: A standalone opinion letter or memo on contract enforceability under New York law; analysis of choice of law, forum selection, and personal jurisdiction; suitable for delivery to third parties (Formal version).

Final Review & Sign-Off

Best for: Matters where your firm has prepared the substantive analysis and needs US counsel to verify, authenticate, and sign off on the work product.

Fee: $2,500 – $3,500 (Flat Fee)

What you get: Thorough verification of legal accuracy under NY law; written revision notes or sign-off approval; and my signature on the final work product.

Co-Counsel on Transactions

Best for: Complex matters requiring active US counsel involvement throughout

Fee: Hourly ($550/hour) or fixed fee depending on scope

What this includes:

• Major technology licensing deals

• Venture capital financings and M&A transactions

• Multi-party commercial transactions

• Ongoing negotiation support

Additional Offerings

Volume Pricing: Discounted rates available for firms with regular monthly work.

Contract Templates: Customized US contract templates and form libraries for recurring client needs.

How the Collaboration Works

This model allows your firm to maintain the primary client relationship and handle substantive work while accessing US-licensed expertise when needed.

Typical workflow:

1. Your firm identifies US law issue in client matter

2. You engage me for preliminary review, final review, or standalone opinion

3. I provide review/opinion within fixed timeline

4. Your firm delivers advice to client under your engagement

Typical Client Scenarios

1. Indian SaaS company negotiating service agreement with Fortune 500 US client - needs contract review and market guidance

2. Indian tech company licensing technology to US partners - needs licensing agreement review and NY law enforceability opinion

3. Indian company hiring US employees and contractors - needs compliant employment agreements

4. Indian company receiving customer contract from US party with NY forum selection clause - needs enforceability opinion

5. Indian startup expanding to US market - needs standard US commercial agreement templates

6. Indian company in M&A transaction with US target - needs co-counsel support

Most Common Matters

The majority of my work with Indian firms involves:

Commercial Contracts:

• Service agreements with US clients (MSAs, SOWs)

• Distribution and reseller agreements

• Consulting and professional services agreements

• Vendor and supplier agreements

Technology Agreements:

• SaaS agreements and software licensing

• Technology transfer and IP licensing

• Data processing and privacy agreements

• Software development and IP assignments

Operational Support:

• Employment and contractor agreements for US operations

• NDA and confidentiality agreements

• General commercial contract reviews

Corporate Transactions:

• Venture capital financing (when needed)

• M&A and acquisition agreements

Getting Started

1. Initial Conversation: 20-minute call to understand your firm's practice and typical matters

2. Trial Engagement: Work together on one matter to see if the collaboration works well

3. Ongoing Relationship: Develop efficient protocols for regular collaboration

My Background

Before my New York practice, I served as second chair to Mr. K.K. Venugopal (Former Attorney General of India) at the Supreme Court of India in high-profile corporate disputes. I also served as Legal Officer at SEBI (India's securities markets regulator) and Senior Researcher at the UNDP.

Education:

• B.A. and LL.B. (Hons.), National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore

• LL.M., University of Pennsylvania Law School

• Wharton Business and Law Certificate, Wharton School

• PhDs in Law and Economics (University of Bologna, University of Hamburg, Erasmus University Rotterdam)

Bar Admissions:

• New York (2012)

• India (2007)

I teach "Representing Early-Stage Startups" (NY and California accredited CLE) and speak regularly at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi on US business practices for Indian entrepreneurs.

As a New York-based business and technology law firm, we offer comprehensive legal support for startups, entrepreneurs, investors and foreign law firms. 

Our services are tailored to help you navigate the complexities of starting and growing your business in the United States.

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