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AI for board reports: automating section 134 compliance (Part 6)

Learn how to use AI to draft risk management, CSR, and operational disclosures that transform compliance into strategic positioning. In Part 6 of our board report series, discover how to balance transparency with competitive advantage, creating forward-looking assessments that build investor confidence while maintaining legal protection.

Rohit Arora July 2, 2025

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How to appoint independent directors in a company: an essential guide to strong governance and IPO success

The fifth instalment of the LexNova series explores the strategic appointment of independent directors. As the legal-tech startup prepares for a potential IPO and regulatory expansion, learn why independent directors represent more than compliance—they are a governance upgrade that builds credibility, brings diverse expertise, and future-proofs board effectiveness.

Rohit Arora June 16, 2025

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How to appoint directors in Indian startups: an ideal guide for students and lawyers

Fictional startup LexNova restructures its board of directors after Series A funding. This practical guide bridges legal theory and business reality, covering director types, board requirements, and governance essentials under the Companies Act, 2013—ideal for law students and young corporate lawyers.

Rohit Arora June 13, 2025

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Company conversion from private to public: required regulatory filings

Learn how to do the regulatory filings required for a private-to-public company conversion. This third article guides you through form submissions, document preparation, and effective strategies for handling regulatory queries with practical templates and case examples.

Rohit Arora May 9, 2025

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Learn how to close a company: The ROC strike-off process simplified

Learn how to close a company through the strike-off process under section 248 of the Companies Act 2013. If you are a lawyer advising clients with the winding-off process, then this article can teach you an alternate procedure that is less complex and time-consuming than winding up.

Rohit Arora May 6, 2025

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Share swap 101: How to flip preference shares into equity

Learn how to convert preference shares into equity shares in accordance with the Companies Act 2013 and its corresponding rules. This guide breaks down the law, shares real-life examples and practical insights from deal experience. The article is perfect for lawyers and law students navigating corporate transactions.

Rohit Arora April 15, 2025

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How to draft an application to avoid/reverse fraudulent transactions under the IBC

In this article, you will learn about the practical aspects of fraudulent transactions under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, such as how to draft applications for the avoidance/reversal of fraudulent transactions and how to contest them effectively before the National Company Law Tribunal. If you are looking to carve your niche in insolvency and bankruptcy laws, this article will help you immensely.

Neeli Sandesara Shah April 3, 2025

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CSR made simple: A practical guide to drafting a CSR policy

Learn how to draft a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy that aligns with the Companies Act, 2013. So, if you are a start-up owner looking to frame a CSR Policy from scratch or a company looking to revamp your CSR policy, this practical guide has got you covered.

Rohit Arora April 1, 2025

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Step-by-step guide to drafting a CSR report under the Companies Act

This article has been written to educate readers on how to draft a corporate social responsibility (CSR) Report in compliance with Rule 8 of the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014. This will be helpful for in-house counsels, lawyers, and anyone looking to understand CSR.

Rohit Arora March 28, 2025