Secretarial Compliances & M&A at Batatawala & Associates

The Companies Act, 2013 provides the legal framework for companies to register and operate in India. Its compliance requirements are comprehensive and carry strict penalties for non-compliance. Our Secretarial Department offers complete solutions to meet all statutory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013.

Annual Compliances Include:

• 1. Filing of Annual Accounts (AOC-4) & Annual Return (MGT-7)
• 2. Filing of Cost Audit Report (CRA-4)
• 3. Filing of Auditor Appointment (ADT-1)
• 4. Return of Deposits (DPT-3)
• 5. MSME-1 (Half-Yearly)
• 6. Conducting Board Meetings as per schedule
• 7. Conducting Annual General Meetings
• 8. Drafting & Passing Resolutions

Beyond routine filings, we also help clients navigate critical areas such as deposit acceptance, related party transactions, auditor appointments, and other sensitive corporate actions.

At Batatawala & Associates, we maintain client compliance data systematically, including board resolutions, meeting records, and filings. Our automated tracking ensures all statutory deadlines are met, avoiding penalties or late fees.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A):

Under Sections 230–232 of the Companies Act, 2013 and related rules, companies may merge, amalgamate, or acquire others for strategic growth and operational synergy.

Common Reasons for M&A:

• 1. Expansion and Diversification
• 2. Economic Efficiency and Scale
• 3. Risk Mitigation
• 4. Increased Market Capitalization
• 5. Improved Operational Efficiency
• 6. Tax Optimization
• 7. Access to Foreign Markets
• 8. Change in Ownership

Our M&A Advisory Services Include:

• 1. Identifying strategic merger or restructuring opportunities
• 2. Conducting legal & financial due diligence
• 3. Advisory on merger mechanisms from secretarial, tax & commercial perspectives
• 4. Facilitating creditor approvals, resolutions, and shareholder meetings
• 5. Filing statutory forms and documentation
• 6. Drafting and obtaining approvals for Scheme of Arrangement