Certificate Course on Unlocking M&A: Legal, Regulatory, and Practical Perspectives
January 5, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Mode : Offline/ Physical (On Campus)
Venue : Pravin Gandhi College of Law, Mumbai
8th Floor, Mithibai College Campus, Bhakti Vedanta Swami Marg,
Vile Parle (W), Mumbai – 400 056
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understand the conceptual framework of M&A
- Learn the Indian legal and regulatory landscape
- Understand the compliances required in M&A
- Analyze real-world M&A cases to apply theoretical knowledge
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Ability to identify types of mergers.
- Analyze M&A laws and regulatory frameworks.
- Apply insights to real-life M&A scenarios
EVALUATION:-
- On the basis of Case Study discussion and MCQ test
- Certificates will be given to participants who attend all the sessions and
submit MCQ Test
Number of Participants: 60 Seats on first come first allotment basis
ELIGIBILITY : Open for all – Law, Finance, Management,
CA, CS (Students and Professionals).
COURSE FEES : (Inclusive of GST)
PGCL & CTC Students : INR 2500 /-
Other Students : INR 2950 /-
Professionals : INR 4200/-
CLICK HERE for Registration – for Students / Other Students / Professionals
Bank Details For Payment :
Name of Account : SVKM’S PRAVIN GANDHI COLLEGE OF LAW
Name of Bank : HDFC BANK
A/C NO : 03210330000171
Branch : JVPD SCHEME, MUMBAI-400056
Type of Account : Current Account
IFSC Code : HDFC0000321
| DAY 1: 4TH JANUARY, 2025 (Saturday) M&A Fundamentals and Legal Framework |
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| TIME | TOPIC | SPEAKERS |
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. |
Inauguration Ceremony | |
| 9:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. |
Introduction to M&A & Overview
– Overview and Importance of M&A in the Corporate World
– Types of M&A structures: – Legal Eco System of M & A in India – Companies Act and Other Legislations |
Mr. Sanjay Ashar Senior Partner, Crawford Bayley & Co. |
| 11:15 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. | Tea Break | |
| 11.45 am – 1.45 pm |
Due Diligence in M & A
– Purpose, Importance & Essentials of legal due diligence in M&A
– Important Indian laws: Companies Act, SEBI regulations, labor laws, tax laws – Common challenges and Best Practices in conducting due diligence. |
Mr. Mahesh Wasadikar Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. |
| 1:45 p.m.- 2:45 p.m. |
Lunch | |
| 2:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
Drafting and Negotiating M&A Agreements
– Key agreements: NDA, Term Sheet, Letter of Intent, Share Purchase Agreement, Asset Purchase Agreement, Shareholders’ Agreement
– Negotiating Strategies – Step-by-step guide to drafting term sheets, LOIs, and definitive agreements
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Mr. Sharad Abhyankar Senior Partner, Khaitan & Co. |
| 5:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Q & A | |
| Day 2 – 5TH JANUARY, 2025 (Sunday) Advanced M&A Concepts and Practical Case Studies |
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| TIME | TOPIC | SPEAKERS |
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9:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
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Negotiating and Closing the Deal – Price: Fixed vs. contingent pricing (earnouts, deferred payments) – Valuation techniques Legal protections and risk allocation (escrow, holdbacks) – Liabilities, indemnities, and warranties: Legal protections and risk allocation (escrow, holdbacks) – Legal and cultural considerations in Indian negotiations |
Mr Vinay Butani Partner, Economic Laws Practice Mr Dipesh Jain Partner, Economic Laws Practice |
| 11:15 a.m – 11:30 a.m |
Tea Break | |
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11:30 a.m –
1:30 p.m |
Regulatory Considerations in M&A
– Indian regulatory nuances (RBI, SEBI, CCI)
– Managing regulatory approvals (RBI, SEBI, FDI, CCI) to close the deal
– Cross-border M&A: Additional considerations for Indian companies.
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Ms Manjushree Somasundara Partner, Aarna Law |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Lunch Break | |
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2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Successful Completion of an M&A Transaction
– Pre-closing and closing processes: Handling last minute legal issues
– Post-closing integration: People, processes, Employee Transition
– Common post-closing challenges in the Indian context and mitigation strategies.
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Ms. Rashna Jehani Founder, Jehani Legal |
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5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Analysis of Real-Life M&A Cases
– Group exercise: Analyzing key legal issues in real Indian M&A cases
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Ms. Rashna Jehani Founder, Jehani Legal |
| 6:00 p.m. | Feedback and Valedictory | |
For any queries please email us at [email protected]
| Student Coordinators | |
| PGCL | CTC |
| Khushi Shah: 9821432301 Sayyam Gada: 7045681719 Mahek Sanghavi: 7977808543 |
Nishtha Gada: 98198 23723 Akash shirore: 8087473338 |
Regards,
Adv. Niyati Mankad Dr. Suman Kalani
Chairperson – Student Committee I/c Vice Principal
The Chamber of Tax Consultants PCGL