Regulatory & Government Affairs

Navigating Complex Regulatory Landscapes with Expert Legal Support

Compliance with regulatory and government affairs is critical for startups and SMBs to avoid legal penalties, secure approvals, and maintain business integrity. Whether dealing with corporate governance, licensing, compliance audits, or government regulations, businesses need expert legal guidance to operate efficiently and legally. At Avvocats & Partners LLP, we provide strategic regulatory compliance and government affairs advisory for businesses in India, the U.S., and Canada to ensure they meet legal requirements while staying competitive.

Why Regulatory & Government Affairs Matter for Businesses
Ensures legal compliance with industry regulations and government policies.
Minimizes legal risks by preventing regulatory violations and penalties.
Facilitates business expansion with licensing and government approvals.
Improves corporate reputation by aligning with legal and ethical standards.

A fintech startup in India sought to launch a digital lending platform but faced regulatory challenges under Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines.


Our Solution:
• Assisted in obtaining the necessary NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company) license.
• Structured compliance policies for KYC, AML, and data security under RBI & DPDP Act regulations.
• Engaged with government authorities to clarify regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.


Outcome: The fintech startup successfully launched its platform without regulatory hurdles, ensuring smooth operations and investor confidence.

Regulatory & Government Affairs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) by Startups

Startups must comply with business licensing, tax regulations, data privacy laws, and industry-specific regulations depending on their operations.

Financial services businesses must meet RBI (India), SEC (U.S.), and OSC (Canada) licensing and compliance requirements. We assist in securing approvals.

Non-compliance can lead to hefty fines, license revocation, legal disputes, and reputational damage.

Yes! We help businesses engage with policymakers, advocate for regulatory changes, and navigate government affairs.

Lawyers in
Regulatory & Government Affairs
Keshav Singh

Founder & Partner

Annette H. Kabia

Strategic Partner US – IP

Jimmy Lai

Strategic Partner US – Immigration

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