Industries

Citus Legal offers comprehensive legal counsel across a diverse range of industries. Our deep understanding of sector-specific challenges and opportunities allows us to provide strategic and effective solutions for our clients.

Agriculture, Agrichemicals and Fertilizers

The agriculture sector in India, encompassing agrochemicals, fertilizers, livestock, and fisheries, is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements and evolving regulatory frameworks. India has emerged as a net exporter of agricultural products, fueled by these developments and a large consumer base

Citus Legal has extensive experience in advising major players operating in the agriculture sector on complex transactions, regulatory compliance, M&A, warehousing, agri-tech and agri-finance, obtaining environmental clearances.

Automotive and Electric vehicles

India's automotive and electric vehicle (EV) industry is experiencing a profound transformation shaped by urbanization, mass production, climate change, and recent global events. This has led to significant regulatory shifts, including new legislation governing EV battery production and import, waste battery collection and recycling, and battery exchange. The government is also actively promoting the establishment of EV charging infrastructure through robust guidelines and incentives.

Citus Legal has extensively engaged with businesses operating in the automotive and EVs sector and has developed market-leading knowledge of their commercial and legal needs during this transformational phase. Our expertise in the domain expands to providing a full spectrum of legal support in activities such as M&A, dispute resolution contract management and regulatory compliance.

Central and State Government Work

Engaging with the Government and Public Sector demands a thorough grasp of applicable laws, regulations, and the operational dynamics of contracting agencies. Navigating compliance challenges and implementing best practices are critical for success. At Citus Legal, we understand the unique regulatory hurdles, limitations, situations, and urgencies faced by our Government and Public Sector clients.

Consumer Products

India's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry is a diverse and rapidly growing sector, ranking as the fourth largest in the country. Increased consumption and government initiatives, such as allowing significant foreign direct investment (FDI) in food processing and retail, are driving this growth. Recent positive legal developments, like the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules 2022, aim to simplify packaging processes and enhance ease of doing business.

Our team of lawyers and chartered accountants has substantial experience in advising FMCG businesses on complex market entry/exit transactions, joint ventures, restructurings, bank financings, acquisitions and disposals in the consumer domain.

E -Commerce

The rapid expansion of e-commerce is fundamentally changing the business landscape in India, providing access to global markets and promising significant future growth. The Government of India actively supports this sector through initiatives such as allowing 100% FDI in B2B e-commerce and the marketplace model. The launch of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) aims to democratize the space, and the upcoming Digital India Bill is expected to further shape the regulatory environment for e-commerce platforms.

Our professionals have developed a sound understanding of the business realities in this sector owing to their extensive experience in issues relating to commercial law, regulatory matters, structuring of foreign investments, review of policies from an Indian law perspective and analysis of legal regulations.

ED-Tech

India's ed-tech sector is one of the largest globally, experiencing consistent growth driven by the increasing demand for digital learning solutions. Factors such as mobile technology adoption, internet accessibility, and the need for upskilling have fostered a favorable environment for ed-tech startups. At Citus Legal, we offer a wide range of services tailored specifically to the needs of ed-tech companies.

FIN-TECH

As one of the fastest-growing fin-tech markets worldwide, companies in this sector face a complex and rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Compliance with KYC and AML regulations, licensing requirements, and secure payment mechanisms are crucial. Proactive regulators like the Reserve Bank of India and the Directorate of Enforcement are continuously shaping the norms, particularly concerning unregulated entities in digital lending and KYC for crypto asset activities.

Citus Legal has extensive experience representing financial institutions, regulatory bodies, MNCs, startups, credit rating agencies, and payment aggregators.

Hospitality and Services

India is a major global travel destination, making the hospitality industry a key driver of growth in the services sector. Significant investments, collaborations, and the increasing popularity of diverse tourism segments are fueling the industry's rapid expansion, leading to the development of extensive infrastructure.

At Citus Legal, we are uniquely positioned to meet the full lifecycle requirements of clients in the hospitality and leisure space and offer practical solutions.

Real Estate

India's real estate industry is increasingly intricate, contributing significantly to the national GDP and attracting substantial foreign investment. With a projected rise in demand for both commercial and residential spaces, the government actively encourages development in this sector.

At Citus Legal, we have developed a deep understanding of the industry owing to our extensive experience in assisting investors, lenders, borrowers, and developers in the housing, retail, hospitality and commercial sector.