Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC)
Burgeon Law offers expert legal advice in AML and KYC compliance, catering to a diverse clientele including financial and non-financial entities operating in India.
- We provide advice for establishing robust customer due diligence processes, reporting obligations under FIU-IND and managing cross-border transactions, aimed at mitigating financial crime risks.
- Our dual focus on legal and operational aspects of AML and KYC compliance enable clients to achieve both legal compliance and operational efficiency in implementing critical regulatory measures.
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Compliance with AML Laws
Advising on compliance with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA), Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines and directives from the Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND).
KYC Implementation
Assisting in implementing Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, policies, framework and internal mechanisms as mandated by Indian regulatory authorities, focusing on customer identification, verification, on-boarding and risk assessment.
AML Program Development
Developing comprehensive AML programs and policies including policy drafting, employee training and risk management strategies tailored to client’s business requirements.
Regulatory Liaison and Reporting
Undertaking reporting obligations including reporting of suspicious transactions with Indian regulatory bodies such as the RBI and FIU-IND as required under PMLA and other AML laws and regulations. Liaisoning with and representing clients before regulatory authorities.
Due Diligence and Transaction Monitoring
Conducting enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients and transactions. Assisting in implementing and setting up effective systems, mechanism and policies for ongoing monitoring of financial activities to maintain compliance with PMLA, RBI’s and FIU-IND’s directions, guidelines and other AML laws.
Why Choose Us?
Expertise in Data Privacy Law
Burgeon Law is a frontrunner in India’s digital landscape for privacy and data protection law. Our team of expert lawyers offers specialized advice, keeping up with the ever-evolving realm of data protection. This makes us an ideal choice for businesses looking to navigate the complex world of data privacy with confidence.
Industry-Specific Data Privacy Services
What sets Burgeon Law apart is our deep understanding of various industries, from financial services to healthcare. We provide data privacy services that are not only legally sound but also align with the specific needs of each sector. This tailored approach ensures that the data protection strategies are effective and relevant to your business.
Global Perspective with Technological Insight
Burgeon Law stands out among data privacy law firms in India for our unique combination of technological knowledge and robust legal expertise. Our global perspective is particularly valuable in handling new technologies like AI and blockchain, making us a preferred choice for businesses operating in technologically advanced or emerging fields.
Work Highlights
Advised a Major Bank on AML Compliance
We have successfully guided a leading Indian bank through a comprehensive overhaul of its AML compliance program, aligning it with the latest PMLA and RBI’s guidelines. This included revamping the bank’s KYC procedures, policies, training employees on new compliance protocols and implementing advanced transaction monitoring systems.Represented a Fintech Company in Regulatory Proceedings
The firm represented a fintech company in proceedings before the FIU-IND, addressing concerns over its AML practices. Our intervention led to the successful resolution of the issues, including the implementation of enhanced due diligence processes and the establishment of a robust AML monitoring framework.Client Testimonials
Your professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to ensuring our interests were safeguarded did not go unnoticed. Throughout the process, your team, comprising of Ms Khushboo Jha and Mr Shorya Singhal, demonstrated exceptional communication skills and maintained regular follow-ups with the counterparty. This proactive approach not only expedited the completion of the work but also minimized our involvement, allowing us to focus on other important aspects of our business.
We were particularly impressed by Mr Ketan Mukhija’s ability to handle complex negotiations and legal matters with such ease and efficiency. Your expertise and guidance were invaluable, and we are grateful for the positive outcome achieved.
We were particularly impressed by Mr Ketan Mukhija’s ability to handle complex negotiations and legal matters with such ease and efficiency. Your expertise and guidance were invaluable, and we are grateful for the positive outcome achieved.
Mr. Rajesh JainVice President, Swach
Working with the Burgeon Law team was an exceptional experience. They have been our legal advisors ever since the Hocco journey began. Their proficiency in deal management, negotiation skills, insightful counsel and proactive approach to problem-solving were pivotal in ensuring the smooth and timely closure of our investment round. They are not just legal advisors but also strategic partners who bring a wealth of expertise to the table.
Nirali SoniHead - Chona Family Office
Working with Burgeon law as always was a terrific experience. On this deal, Anish and his team demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism and dedication in getting the deal done. Their prompt responses and steadfast assistance at every stage of the process were pivotal in ensuring a seamless and timely closure of our investment round. Beyond adeptly managing deal complexities and negotiations, they provided invaluable guidance in navigating critical commercial decisions with sound legal advisory.
Mr. Sanil Sachar Managing Partner - Huddle Ventures
With the expert guidance of Burgeon law, the investment deal was successfully closed. their proficiency in managing the legal paperwork and facilitating discussions among multiple stakeholders was crucial. Their dedication ensured a smooth and efficient process, marking a significant milestone for all parties involved.
Mr. Vijay Sharma Founder - Fabriclore
Roma and her team at Burgeon Law blend business practicalities within legal boundaries and create implementable outcomes. They keep a professional, yet thorough and balanced approach while negotiating with an Investor. Their availability and ability to think on their feet sets them apart from other firms. They are always mindful of the kind of assistance required by businesses at different stages, which makes their advice bespoke and highly customized. Working with them was an evolving exercise and we look forward to more future projects together.
Ashish KashyapFounder - INDMoney
I have worked with Ketan in Srei Equipment Finance Limited on a range of legal challenges related to our business of equipment leasing and receivables purchase. Ketan had an exceptional ability to balance between retaining our legal advantages and providing a solution for practical business and commercial deadlocks. I look forward to working with him again.
Vineet Pasari Founder and CEO at Assetz Finanz
I have worked with Roma and her team over 100 different transactions over the last decade. Burgeon Law with a team of maestros who understands the requirements of both startups and investors. They have a blend of Legal and Technology with deep knowledge of the tech ecosystem and have experience of managing transactions of different sizes and complexities.
Rajesh SawhneyFounder & CEO - GSF Accelerator
Biryani By Kilo has immensely benefited from our association with Burgeon Law. Other than great legal advice, Roma and her team with their sensitivity and understanding of legal challenges of our industry assisted as a great partner in the growth of Biryani by Kilo. Best wishes for great success to them.
Vishal Jindal Founder -Biryani By Kilo
I have known Ketan to be a proactive solution oriented counsel who is known for his ability to offer balanced advice in a deal which makes him a preferred counsel not only for his clients but also amongst other parties in the deal. His ability to foresee the risk parameters and to provide for a mitigation mechanism is definitely praiseworthy.
Varun KhandelwalDirector at Buller Capital Pvt Ltd
Roma is able to look at the issues both at macro as well as micro level; and has always been able to come up with implementable strategies. Her understanding of tech space is deep and nuanced, which is reflected in the strategic inputs she provides. We have the confidence of reaching out to her because she is dependable and has a robust team to provide end-to-end support. They are our go-to support system and we found their assistance during the fund-raising process absolutely trustworthy, proactive and forward moving with a remarkable turnaround.
Radhika GhaiFounder - Kindlife, Ex Co-Founder - Shopclues
AngelList India’s experience with Burgeon Law has been nothing short of spectacular. The way they’ve handled our fast-paced deal-making and took over our entire legal process including entrepreneurial approach towards transactions, tracking, negotiation, immediate feedback loops, and diligent turnarounds. I’d recommend them to anyone who wants in on our secret to quick closures.
Utsav SomaniPartner - AngelList India
Ketan is one of the most efficient and thorough corporate legal counsel who would provide an expert and articulate advice across a plethora of business situations.
Sourav DaspatnaikChief Executive Officer, Swach Environment Private Limited
The team at Burgeon Law works with an outcome-oriented approach, which helps them plan the course of action and strategy from the very beginning. Especially for start-ups, they understand their specific issues extremely well. Once we started working with them, they have advocated and protected our interests - both from the perspective of a startup organization as well as in individual capacity of the founders. We have been satisfied with the way they have negotiated effectively with investors and at the same time recommended solutions and workarounds to make sure the process keeps moving forward. They are super quick which is much needed for any startup or investor.
Sachin BhatiaFounder - BulBul, Ex Co-Founder - MakeMyTrip
Throughout our transactions, Burgeon Law provided practical solutions rooted in sound law that also made complete commercial sense and acted as a catalyst to the transaction. The firm also has an undisputed penchant for delivering on consistently efficacious timelines, again saving considerable amounts of cost on the transaction. I can see that it taps into its reservoir of experience working with a large volume of growth stage start-ups. They are able to anticipate the life cycle of issues that will arise, and act to be one step ahead always.
Samir SoodFounder - Venture Highway
I have no hesitation in recommending Ketan Mukhija. The legal support Ketan has provided to Vikram Solar has been excellent.
Ketan works extremely hard, is responsive to all requests no matter the deadline, and is very detailed and thorough in his
approach. He not only gives constructive and expert legal opinion, but also grasps the business implications of his counsel and as such his work is particularly significant in ensuring best value for VSL in contract negotiations and other legal matters. Ketan has been a pleasure to work with and I look forward to continuing the partnership with VSL.
Anil LadhaHead - Corporate Finance, Vikram Solar Limited
Roma has been doing spectacular work to build a strong legal ecosystem and culture for the startups and funds across multiple jurisdictions. Her team at Burgeon Law has contributed to the evolution of the startup sector and have earned a formidable reputation for being preferred service providers for market-leading venture capital & growth equity investors, as well as pioneering founders and companies.
Rishab Malik, Venture PartnerJungle Ventures, Ex-Co-founder - Droom.in
Roma with her team is one of the finest law firms for Startups and Investors in the country. I have had the pleasure of working with them! They bring in-depth understanding of the tech/start-up ecosystem market and advise with a focus to get the deal done. They are extremely responsive, flexible and have the mindset of a start-up entrepreneur. I highly recommend Roma and the team for start-ups and funds at all stages!
Ashish TanejaPartner - growX Ventures
Ketan is an astute corporate lawyer. He has a deep understanding of corporate law and data privacy law. He is also a start-up enthusiast and actively involved in the ecosystem. He is also always up for pro bono service to NGO, entrepreneurship bodies, or any other social causes. I wish him all the best!
Wasim KhanCo Founder, Zotalabs
Roma and her team at Burgeon Law have advised Lumikai on several transactions over the course of the last 18 months. As transaction lawyers, they are able to maintain a fine balance in providing pragmatic commercial advice alongside sharing sound legal judgment, which is so valuable. We have always been impressed with their methodical, high-quality work product, personalized attention, and prompt turn-arounds especially in time-sensitive matters.
Salone SehgalFounding General Partner - Lumikai Fund
Deal Making is complex and time consuming. Having a partner like Burgeon Law by your side makes the entire process streamlined and hassle-free, including legally structuring deals, negotiating legal nuances within contracts, and supporting with full range of documentation. Since 2015, Burgeon Law has been a true partner to Powerhouse.
Sri PedduManaging Director - Powerhouse Ventures
Burgeon Law with an exceptional team have always been very responsive and make sure to keep the balance of Investors and Founders need and demand.
Manu Rikhye Partner - Merak Ventures
The Burgeon team has a deep understanding of the nuances of startups. They solve problems with a practical mindset, something that is still missing in the current ecosystem. We’ve had a great experience working with them across multiple transactions.
Nandan VenkatachalamPrincipal - Axilor Ventures
Kae has been delighted to have Burgeon Law as its transaction advisor. Very professional approach and highly responsive team. They provide end-to-end advice and support on any transaction. With their practical approach, many deal-breaker situations are sorted out easily.
Madhura SardarLegal Head - Kae Capital
Over the years, we have worked with Burgeon Law for various transactions, corporate commercial requirements, and strategic legal advisory. We are a high-growth company always working with aggressive deadlines and the Burgeon team has always made sure to complete the project as per our timelines even if it required them to align with multiple stakeholders to make it happen. We are always pleased with the quick & strategic support and feedback we get from them to safeguard our long-term interests in our company. Rusk and the team will definitely be working with the same team for our next fundraiser, hopefully very soon!
Mayank Yadav CEO - Rusk Media
Working with Burgeon Law was an excellent months-long lesson "101 on how to invest in India". Burgeon Law not only guided us through legal issues, but also helped us navigate problems we didn't know existed
Sasa VucinicManaging Partner and CoFounder, North Base Media Fund
Roma is one of the best corporate lawyers that I have ever worked with. Not only is she a legal eagle but she is a master business negotiator often pacifying both sides to reach a suitable understanding. Backed by a super team, her firm provides reliable and efficient services.
Ashish ChandFounding Partner - Nueva Capital
Extremely happy with the Burgeon Law Team. They have been diligent with the paperwork and making sure all the compliances/ Statutory requirements are fulfilled. This makes it easy for us as a Company.The team was very prompt during our Transaction Process and while the drafting of the contracts. We did not have to follow up and the Burgeon team provided everything on time.They have been very clear with their drafting skills which made it simple and uncomplicated throughout the process.
Sangmesh JattiCFO - Heads Up For Tails
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FAQs
Why choose Burgeon Law as your privacy and data protection law firm?
Choosing Burgeon Law for privacy and data protection means getting top-notch legal services from experts who are well-versed in the digital landscape. We stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of data protection, offering nuanced advice. Our approach is informed by a global perspective, making us capable of handling modern challenges like AI and blockchain in data protection.
What specific areas of privacy and data protection law does Burgeon Law specialize in for your business?
Burgeon Law specializes in various aspects of privacy and data protection law, including regulatory compliance with Indian and international data protection laws, consent management and data processing, developing organizational data protection policies, data protection impact assessment and handling data transfer and protection agreements. We also provide advisory on privacy concerns with emerging technologies and conduct privacy and cybersecurity investigations.
How can your business benefit from Burgeon Law's privacy and data protection services?
Your business can benefit from Burgeon Law’s privacy and data protection services through our complete assistance in aligning with data protection standards and laws. We help in managing the intricacies of consent, developing robust data protection policies, ensuring smooth cross-border data transfers and advising on emerging technologies.
How does Burgeon Law offer specialized legal solutions for your unique data and privacy protection challenges?
Burgeon Law offers specialized legal solutions by first understanding the unique challenges and needs of your business in the sector of data privacy and protection. We use our extensive expertise to provide tailored strategies and solutions, ensuring that your business not only complies with the relevant laws but also adopts best practices in data management and protection.
What steps should you take to engage Burgeon Law as your firm for data and privacy protection law representation?
To engage Burgeon Law for your data and privacy protection legal needs, start by reaching out to us for an initial consultation. In this meeting, discuss your specific concerns and requirements in data privacy and protection. We will assess your needs and suggest a customized approach. Once you agree on the scope of our services and the terms, we can formalize your partnership, thus beginning a professional relationship.
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