- Overview
Transaction Advisory Services
A business transaction—whether a merger, acquisition, or joint venture—is rarely just about the price; it is about the value created and the risks assumed. At DC Sejpal & Co., our Transaction Advisory practice provides end-to-end support for your most critical inorganic growth decisions.
We move beyond standard accounting to act as your strategic deal partners. We assist buyers, sellers, and investors in navigating the lifecycle of a deal, ensuring that the transaction is commercially viable, tax-efficient, and compliant with all regulatory frameworks (FEMA, Companies Act, SEBI, and Income Tax).
Our Core Transaction Competencies
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Support
Comprehensive buy-side and sell-side advisory, from target screening to deal closure.
Joint Venture (JV) Advisory
Assisting in drafting financial terms, profit-sharing ratios, and exit mechanisms for new partnerships.
Deal Structuring
Designing the most tax-efficient and compliant method for the transaction (e.g., Slump Sale vs. Itemized Sale vs. Demerger).
Divestitures & Carve-outs
Helping companies identify non-core assets and managing the separation process to maximize exit value.
Benefits
Engaging DC Sejpal & Co. for your transactions ensures you don’t just “do a deal,” but “secure a win”:
- Deal Certainty: We identify regulatory roadblocks (like FDI caps or Sectoral limits) early in the process, preventing deals from falling apart at the last minute.
- Price Negotiation Leverage: We equip you with financial facts and “quality of earnings” reports that allow you to negotiate a better price or favorable adjustment clauses.
- Tax Optimization: A deal can be profitable on paper but disastrous in tax. We structure transactions to minimize capital gains tax, stamp duty, and future tax liabilities.
- Speed to Close: By managing the heavy lifting of data rooms, compliance checks, and documentation, we drastically reduce the turnaround time for deal closure.
Process
We view every transaction as a four-stage lifecycle. Our disciplined approach ensures no detail is overlooked
1. Strategy & Assessment
We define the "Deal Rationale." We review the Letter of Intent (LOI) or Term Sheet to understand the commercial intent and flag initial risks.
2. Diligence & Verification
We conduct a focused financial and tax due diligence to verify the target’s numbers (Revenue reliability, Asset existence, Hidden liabilities).
3. Structuring & Negotiation
Based on the findings, we design the transaction structure (Share Purchase vs. Asset Purchase) and assist in negotiating the Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) or Shareholders' Agreement (SHA).
4. Closing & Transition
We oversee the "Conditions Precedent" (CPs) required for closing, handle regulatory filings (NCLT/RBI/ROC), and assist in Day-1 integration planning.
Why Choose D C Sejpal & Co.?
In the high-stakes world of transactions, you need a partner who understands both the “Law” and the “Ledger.”
- Integrated “Tax + Regulatory” Approach: Many firms structure a deal for tax efficiency but fail on FEMA compliance. We integrate both views to ensure your structure is bulletproof.
- Commercial Pragmatism: We don’t just point out risks; we propose solutions (e.g., “Indemnity Clauses” or “Escrow Accounts”) to keep the deal moving forward.
- Owner’s Mindset: We advise you as if it were our own capital at risk. If a deal doesn’t make financial sense, we will be the first to tell you to walk away.
- Confidentiality: We understand that news of a potential deal can disrupt markets and employee morale. We maintain strict protocols to keep your strategic moves private.
