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Pradeep Debnath

BOARD PROFILE

Mr. Pradeep Kumar Debnath has DIRECTOR OF SHARDDHA SABURI WELFARE FOUNDATION SINCE 2020, NGO doing charitable and religious activities.

By embracing responsibilities and fulfilling all fiduciary duties, Mr Pradeep Debnath contributes to building resilient, responsible, and successful organizations also play pivotal role in Shaping the organization's culture and vision.

Professional Profile

AREAS OF PRACTICE / SERVICES:

Besides undertaking assignments under the Companies Act, 1956 like compounding, approvals/ sanctions of Department of Company Affairs, Inspection/investigation under Companies Act, 2013, NCLT, Regional Director, RBI, Registrar of Trade Mark, SEBI with respect to various matters under the Companies Act, 2013 and other relevant Act. Firm has undertaken compliance for and on behalf of the client companies of various listing agreement (s) entered with the Stock Exchange(s), various Guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) viz-a-viz SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeover) Regulations, 1997, SEBI (Prohibition of Insider) Trading Regulations, 1992, SEBI (Delisting of Securities) Guidelines, 2003, SEBI (Disclosure & Investor Protection) Guidelines, 2000, etc.

I have also provided services at the time of IPO's, Right Issues and carry out the service related with due-diligence before IPO of its various clients.

Audits, Compliances & Certification:

It has undertaken the following assignments:

  • Comprehensive Secretarial Audits of various Public & Private Companies.
  • Secretarial Audits as required by NSDL/CDSL, Capital Reconciliation Audit as provided by SEBI, Audit under Listing Agreement.
  • Internal Audit of Depository Participants.
  • Certifying Annual Return and Corporate Governance Reports of listed Companies.
  • Certifying Various forms for remittances of foreign exchange and other certifications under FEMA, 1999 and various rules and regulations made there under.

Under the Companies Act, 2013

It is engaged in preparation, drafting and finalising of various agreements, legal, commercial and other documents, advising on various legal and procedural issues, execution of various secretarial assignments for and on behalf of clients and obtaining the approvals of the regulatory authorities such as Department of Company Affairs, Regional Director, Company Law Board, Registrar of Companies, Securities Exchange Board of India, Registrar of Trade Mark, Reserve Bank of India, etc,

I had privilege of being actively and closely associated in formation, managing and functioning of the major corporate houses of India,

Conducted various General Meeting and Board meetings and took active participation in strategic matter during discussion, possess significant experience in negotiating, structuring and drafting of all kinds of other commercial contracts including services contracts, IPR licensing Agreement with related parties, Agreement for sole selling Agency, joint venture agreements, shareholder agreements, etc,

Handled assignments relating to Compounding offences and also involved in different kinds of financial restructuring, corporate restructuring and amalgamations, mergers acquisitions under Indian law.

A list of major assignments handled and brief profile are given hereinafter.

Merger / Amalgamation / Reconstruction:

  • Drafting of Scheme of Amalgamation, Application(s), Petition(s), Report of Chairman of the meeting, Notice(s) and various other documents related therewith.
  • Assistance in Convening, conducting & holding of General Meeting & the meeting of the Creditors as required under the Act.
  • Follow - up at the office of Official Liquidator, Regional Director & Registrar of Companies at various stages of Amalgamation.

Compounding of offences:

  • Drafting of Petition(s) Affidavit(s), Power of Attorneys, Memorandum of Appearances, etc. & liaisoning with office of the Registrar of Companies.
  • Making appearances before Hon'ble NCLT, RBI TRIBUNAL, SEBI or Regional Director.
  • Compounding of offences under Companies Act, 2013 under various provisions of the Act.
  • Drafting and preparation of Document related to Trade Mark and obtaining the certificate of Registration of Trade Mark.
  • Conversion of NBFC from Part B Company to Part A Company.
  • Conducting due diligence before to the inspection under Companies Act, 2013 and liosioning with the department

Approvals of Regulatory Authorities:

Approval of Ministry of Company Affairs (MCA), NCLT, Regional Director and other regulatory authorities under various provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 including approval, shifting of registered office from one state to another, Condonation of delay in filing of Charge, seeking exemption/extension under various provisions of the Act.

Postal Ballots:

  • Performing functions of the Scrutinizer as provided under Postal Ballot Regulations such as Co-ordination with Postal Authorities, RTAs and to prepare, finalise and announce the result of Postal Ballot at AGM/EGM

Compliance Under Listing Agreement:

  • Preparation of various documents for the revocation of listing under the scheme of DSE.
  • Preparation of various documents for the regular compliances of listing company including preparation and vetting of quarterly result, outcome of board meeting, compliance of regulation 6(2), 6(3) and 8(3) of the takeover code.

Acting for Financial Institutions and Loan Assistances:

  • Acting for Housing and Urban Development Company having 21 Regional Offices throughout the Country, in few projects in India involving equity / loan assistance. The services included advice on regulatory issues, review of loan documentation and providing legal counsel to the various Companies in financial areas.
  • Prepare and finalisation of project and CMA report related with project finance.

Other Secretarial & Legal Areas:

  • Drafting & finalization of various Share Purchase & Shareholders' Agreement (SPSHA), Joint Venture Agreements (JVA), Deed of Adherence and other related agreements & documents necessary for carrying on purposes of the SPSHA or JVA.
  • Incorporation, Change of name, alteration of object, Capital & Situation clause of various public & private Companies &
  • Preparation, filing, liosioning and approval of DGFT related with obtaining of IEC code.

Apart from services listed above, the firm is also providing all other services & consultancy relating to Companies Act, 2013 and other corporate laws including FEMA, 1999, SEBI, Trade Mark, Patent, R.B.I.

Academic and professional qualifications:

B. SC. (Hons.),

F.C.S.

LL.B

Independent Director

G.G.U (BILASPUR)

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India.

Delhi University

Institution of Independent Directorship

Professional holding:

  • Proprietor, M/s PRADEEP DEBNATH & COMPANY, Company Secretaries, New Delhi.
  • Partner of Arthur & CO. LLP
  • Partner in M/s CLV & ASSOCIATES, Company Secretaries.
  • Member of various committees of ICSI
  • Vice President of Lions Club of Delhi Professional
  • IT cell secretary of IHRO
  • Ex-Chairman of Northern Region Council of India of ICSI
 
     
   
 

Corporate Secretarial & Compliance Services

The firm specializes in providing comprehensive secretarial services ensuring compliance with corporate legislation. Services include the preparation and filing of statutory forms, maintenance of statutory registers, compliance with the Companies Act, drafting of notices for meetings, and preparation of annual reports.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) & Corporate Restructuring

Arthur & Co. LLP has extensive experience in handling mergers, demergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring. The firm provides end-to-end services, including due diligence, structuring of transactions, and assisting with regulatory approvals and filings with authorities like NCLT and SEBI

Insolvency & Bankruptcy Matters

With a strong expertise in the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, the firm provides services related to Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), drafting Information Memorandums, Resolution Plans, and conducting Committee of Creditors (COC) meetings. It also assists clients in loan restructuring and managing financial crises.

Secretarial Audits & Corporate Governance

The firm conducts detailed secretarial audits for public and private companies, ensuring statutory compliance and good corporate governance practices. This includes preparing and filing annual returns, auditing corporate governance reports, and assisting clients in maintaining the transparency and accountability of their corporate structures.

Legal Advisory & Dispute Resolution

Arthur & Co. LLP offers expert legal advisory services on a wide range of corporate matters, including the drafting of commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions. The firm also represents clients in dispute resolution and regulatory proceedings before various forums, including NCLT and SEBI.

Taxation & Financial Services

The firm provides expert services in income tax planning, GST advisory and compliance, and financial documentation. It also assists businesses in preparing financial reports and ensuring compliance with tax laws.

Intellectual Property (IP) Services

The firm offers comprehensive trademark registration, protection, and enforcement services, helping clients safeguard their intellectual property rights.

Regulatory Compliances (SEBI, FEMA, RBI, Stock Exchanges)

The firm provides guidance on regulatory compliance under various laws, including the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations. Services also extend to stock exchange compliances, including SME listing and revocation of suspension of trading of securities.

 
     
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