Corporate Legal & Compliance Advisory

Legal clarity
for ambitious
companies.

TALKLAWS is a premier corporate legal and compliance advisory helping startups, SMEs, investors and enterprises navigate complex legal landscapes with precision and strategic intelligence.

500+
Matters handled
20+
Years of expertise
100+
Active clients

Strategic Advisory Across India's Regulatory Ecosystem

Our Approach

Why the best
companies choose
TALKLAWS.

We are not a traditional law firm. We are a thinking partner — a premier legal advisory that understands both the legal and business dimensions of every decision you face.

Recognised legal advisory
Ranked by leading startup ecosystems

Commercial intelligence, not just legal advice

We understand that legal decisions have business consequences. Our advisors combine legal precision with commercial awareness to give you counsel that actually moves your business forward.

Senior attention on every mandate

At TALKLAWS, every engagement is handled by senior advisors — not passed to juniors after the first meeting. You get experienced minds on your matter every time.

Built for the pace of modern business

We respond quickly, think strategically, and deliver with precision. No bureaucracy, no delays. Just clear, actionable advice when you need it most.

Transparent, aligned fees

No billing surprises. We structure engagements around outcomes, not hours. Our success is tied to yours — which is exactly how it should be.

Practice Areas

What we do,
exceptionally well.

Corporate Advisory, CSR & ESG

Strategic counsel for board structuring, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance frameworks. We help you build companies that are investment-ready and legally sound from day one.

GovernanceShareholder AgreementsBoard Structure

Regulatory Compliance

Navigate the complex regulatory landscape across SEBI, RBI, MCA, and sector-specific authorities with precision and confidence.

SEBIRBIMCA Filings

Contracts & Agreements

Bespoke commercial contracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, and licensing frameworks crafted with precision and clarity.

Commercial ContractsNDAsLicensing

M&A & Transactions

End-to-end transaction support for mergers, acquisitions, due diligence, and deal structuring. We protect your interests at every stage of the deal.

Due DiligenceDeal StructuringMergers

Startup & Venture Legal

Founders deserve legal support that speaks their language. From incorporation to term sheets, cap table management and founder agreements — we cover the full lifecycle.

IncorporationTerm SheetsCap Tables

FDI & Cross-Border

Expert advisory on foreign direct investment, cross-border transactions, and international regulatory compliance for global expansion.

FDIFEMACross-Border

IP & Technology Law

Comprehensive intellectual property strategy and protection for tech companies, brands, and innovators building proprietary assets.

TrademarksPatentsIP StrategyDPDP Act

Employment & HR Law

HR policies, employment contracts, POSH compliance, and labour law advisory to build organisations with solid legal foundations.

HR PolicyPOSHLabour Law

Corporate Investigations & Litigation

Strategic representation and advisory in corporate investigations, regulatory enforcement, financial fraud matters, and commercial litigation. We assist clients through investigations, dispute resolution, and appearances before statutory and judicial authorities.

SEBIRBISFIOEDEOWDRTCROCRDNCLT
Sectors We Serve

Deep expertise
across industries.

Technology & SaaS

From pre-seed to IPO, we understand the technical and legal nuances of building software companies.

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Fintech & BFSI

RBI regulations, payment aggregator licensing, and NBFC compliance — navigated with expertise.

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Healthcare & MedTech

CDSCO compliance, clinical trial regulations, and healthcare data privacy frameworks.

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Real Estate & Infrastructure

RERA compliance, project structuring, and title diligence for real estate developers and investors.

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Consumer & D2C Brands

Brand protection, distribution agreements, and e-commerce compliance for consumer businesses.

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Private Equity & VC

Fund formation, portfolio company advisory, and investment transaction support for PE/VC firms.

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EdTech & Media

Content licensing, platform regulations, and IP strategy for education and media businesses.

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Manufacturing & Deep Tech

Industrial compliance, environmental regulations, and deep tech IP protection strategies.

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About Us

Legal advisory
reimagined.

TALKLAWS was founded on a belief that the legal profession had become too insular — disconnected from the commercial realities faced by the businesses it was meant to serve.

We set out to build something different: a premier legal advisory combining the intellectual rigour of top-tier counsel with the commercial acuity of strategic consulting. Today, that vision drives every engagement we take on.

Mission

To make exceptional legal counsel accessible to every ambitious business.

Vision

To become the most trusted legal advisory for India's growth economy.

Our Journey

2015

Founded with a Vision

TALKLAWS was established with a singular conviction: that exceptional legal advisory should be accessible, intelligent and commercially aligned with client success.

2020

Expanded Practice Areas

Built dedicated practices in fintech regulatory advisory and cross-border transactions, responding to India's rapidly evolving business landscape.

2022

100+ Clients Milestone

Reached a milestone of over 100 active clients across technology, healthcare, real estate and private equity sectors.

2026

Serving Compliance without borders

Serving clients across India and International borders

Our Values

The principles we live by.

Precision

Every word in an agreement matters. We approach every document with the exactness of surgeons.

Integrity

We give honest advice, even when it's not what clients want to hear. Our reputation is our most valuable asset.

Intelligence

Legal advice divorced from commercial reality is just theory. We combine both in every recommendation.

Responsiveness

Business doesn't wait for office hours. We are available when our clients need us most.

FCS Tanu Agarwal — Founder & Managing Partner, TALKLAWS
FCS Tanu Agarwal
Founder & Managing Partner
FCS23+ YearsInd. DirectorICSI

Professional Highlights

Fellow Member, ICSI
Independent Director
Faculty — Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Member — Quality Review Board, ICSI
Peer Reviewed Certified Firm
POSH Trainer — Ministry of Defence
Lifetime Member — ID Repository
Chairperson — POSH ICC, Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Message from Founder

“Good governance isn't just about compliance — it's about building businesses that earn trust, attract investment, and grow sustainably.”

FCS Tanu Agarwal is a Practicing Fellow Company Secretary with over 23 years of specialised experience in corporate governance, company law, and strategic business advisory. She advises listed companies, startups, NBFCs, and emerging enterprises across SEBI & RBI compliance, IPO readiness, corporate restructuring, and mergers & acquisitions.

Recognised as an Independent Director and a faculty member at the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, she brings institutional depth and board-level perspective to every engagement. TALKLAWS was built on a single conviction: that governance done right is not a cost — it is a competitive advantage.

Executive Profile

QualificationsFCS | LL.B. | M.Com.
Experience23+ Years in Corporate Governance, Company Law & Strategic Advisory
Core PracticeSEBI & RBI Compliance · IPO Readiness · Corporate Restructuring · M&A
Professional RolesIndependent Director · Faculty, ICSI · Member, Quality Review Board (ICSI) · POSH Trainer
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Straight answers.

Practical answers to some of the most common questions on corporate governance, compliance, contracts, workplace policies, and business law.

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Client Stories

Hear from
those we served.

We measure our success by the success of our clients. Here is what they say about working with TALKLAWS.

We have relied on TALKLAWS for our corporate compliance and the vetting of complex national and international agreements. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail have made them a trusted legal and compliance partner for our organisation.

Pankaj Gupta
Director, MLNO Professional Services Pvt Ltd,Noida

Some testimonials have been published without company names at the request of clients to respect confidentiality and professional obligations.

Questions

Frequently asked.

Everything you need to know before reaching out. Can't find your answer? Just contact us directly.

We are a premier corporate advisory, not a traditional law firm. We combine the depth of legal expertise with the agility and commercial mindset of a consulting firm. Our advisors have worked across investment banking, corporate strategy and law — bringing multi-dimensional insight to every engagement.

Get In Touch

Start a
conversation.

Whether you are a founder preparing for your first fundraise, an enterprise navigating a complex transaction, or an investor structuring a fund — we are here to help.

Email
talklaws@gmail.com
Phone
+91 9839778060
Office
301, 3rd Floor, Prince Complex, Hazratganj, Lucknow

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