Partner with Enterslice as your NBFC Legal Service Providers

Enterslice, as one of the prominent NBFC legal service providers, facilitates the registration of new NBFCs, offers legal assistance to both new and existing ones, and helps ease the complexities of loan recovery.

We also assist NBFCs in obtaining various approvals from the Reserve Bank of India. To avoid hefty penalties against the generation of non-performing assets.

If you are looking to enter this industry or are having trouble recovering loans from clients, you have come to the right place. As your NBFC legal service provider, we will help you:

Register your company with the RBI

Help you fulfil your NBFC due diligence

Send legal notices

Help you resolve issues through mediation or negotiation

File lawsuits in the appropriate court of law in India

Provide complete documentation service

Draft loan recovery or related agreements

AML/KYC policy compliance

Take Legal Services for NBFCs from Enterslice

Let our experts manage your NBFC compliance and loan recovery issues. Obtain legal services for NBFCs from Enterslice.

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Types of Legal Services for NBFCs

Explore the various types of legal services for NBFCs as provided by Enterslice.

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NBFC Registration

We’ll help you register your company as a non-banking financial company (NBFC) with the RBI. Our associates will prepare all the documentation required for registration as an NBFC entity.

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Loan Agreements Drafting

Our legal professionals will assist you in preparing loan/credit agreements between your NBFC and the clients in accordance with RBI guidelines, regulations, and applicable laws.

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Legal Notice

The first step in resolving any dispute is to send a formal legal notice to the client/other party. Our lawyers will send a legal notice requesting recovery of dues within a prescribed timeline. They’ll also request a solution through mediation or negotiation as per your instructions.

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Mediation & Negotiation

We’ll specify the details on resolving the dispute through negotiation in the legal notice if the receiver/debtor doesn’t pay the due amount within the deadline. Our lawyers will ensure that the debt settlement is done through this process.

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Arbitration

Through alternate dispute resolutions (ADR), we’ll help you reach a settlement in accordance with the provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996. Your loan agreements will specify the time and jurisdiction to be followed for resolution through this mechanism.

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Lawsuit Filing

Our litigation support team will file a lawsuit in the appropriate jurisdiction of court with your consent and send a copy of the same to the debtor if the debt isn’t settled through amicable means.

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Compliance

As your NBFC legal service provider, we’ll ensure you comply with the RBI. We’ll file your annual returns, maintain statutory registers, and fulfil regulatory obligations.

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NBFC Advisory Services

In case you decide to merge with an existing NBFC or a fintech company, then we’ll advise and coach you through the process with expert guidance on mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and associations.

Benefits of Obtaining NBFC Legal Support

Check out the various benefits of obtaining NBFC legal support, including loan recovery, asset reconstruction, and expert guidance for mergers:

Compliance With RBI

By obtaining NBFC legal services providers, you can be assured of 100% compliance with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Being informed of new and updated regulatory rules helps NBFC avoid penalties due to non-compliance.

Faster Debt Settlement

With NBFC legal support, you can remain stress-free that your debt will be recovered hassle-free. A legal service provider will take various measures to help you recover your debt, including sending a legal notice, demand notifications for alternative dispute resolution, and filing a case.

Cost-Effective Dispute Resolution

With options like arbitration, negotiation, and mediation, you can save a lot of money because alternative dispute resolution saves time and capital, both compared to lawsuit filings.

Hassle-Free Legal Documentation

Once you obtain NBFC legal services, you can be free from doing any sort of legal document preparation, whether it's for NBFC registration or loan agreement drafting.

Business Expansion

With expert NBFC legal support, you can obtain the best advice for business mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring if you’re thinking of obtaining an already registered NBFC or partnership with a Fintech.

Enhanced Credibility

An NBFC with valid certifications and IPR registration is more trusted and perceived as reliable by customers than unregistered credit institutions without RBI validations.

How to Obtain NBFC Legal Support from Enterslice?

Follow the process below to obtain NBFC legal support from Enterslice:

Contact Us

The first step is to call us and explain your NBFC legal services requirement to our consultant during the 30-minute free consultation.

Sign up With Us

Once you’ve signed up with us, we’ll assign you an individual case manager who will take care of all of your NBFC legal support services.

Submission of KYC Documents

We’ll require documents, including a copy of the company incorporation, MOA, AOA, identification & PAN IDs, financial statements, and related documentation as per your service requirement.

Start of Service

After complete verification of your documents, we’ll move forward with starting your NBFC legal support service, namely registration with the RBI, sending legal notices for debt recovery, or filing lawsuits for loan settlement.

Real-Time Updates on Your NBFCs

You can access the live tracking of your service progress once we start your service. Your individual manager will contact you if they’ve a question regarding your service requests.

NBFC Legal Support Service Completion

Once your request is formally completed, your individual assigned manager will send you a confirmation email. The mail may include an NBFC registration certificate, tax return filing receipt, legal notice receipt, or merger & acquisition detailed report.

Documents Required for Obtaining NBFC Legal Support

The common documents required for obtaining NBFC legal support are as follows:

KYC of the Applicant

Audited Financial Statements of the Last Three Years

Income Tax Receipts for Due Diligence

Copies of Client Loan Agreements

Agreements with Third-Party Vendors and Auditors

Certificate of NBFC Registration With RBI

MOA & AOA

PAN of the Directors/NBFC

Internal Compliance Reports

Company’s AML/CFT Policies- Including Risk Mitigation

Agreements with Fintech Partner (if Any)

Details of Pending Lawsuits

Copies of Notices from Regulatory Authorities, the Tax Department, and the RBI

List and Certification Copy of Intellectual Properties Held by the NBFCs

Features of Legal Services for NBFCs

The features of legal services for NBFCs mainly include regulatory compliance, alternative dispute resolution, agreement & contract drafting, and litigation support.

  • Continuous adherence and compliance with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which governs the NBFCs’ organizational, legal, and risk structure.
  • Loan settlements and disagreements are settled through alternative dispute resolution, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, which are organized in office or consumer forums.
  • Legal agreements are drafted and reviewed to facilitate loans, third-party vendor partnerships, mergers & acquisitions. Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) help maintain the confidentiality of consumer data by the outsourcing partners.
  • Lawsuits are filed in a court of law as a last resort of NBFC legal support. It includes the preparation of necessary documentation, such as petitions, affidavits, and evidence in support of the entity’s claim against the borrower or a related party.
  • NBFC legal services providers assist the entities through risk management, including advisory on partnership with fintech, outsourcing with business-management firms, and M&As.
  • With NBFC legal advice, entities file annual returns, report taxes, conduct audits, and complete other due diligence requirements.
  • The non-banking financial companies manage their assets and properties through lease agreements, legitimate property transfer, and legal compliance at liquidation.
  • With NBFC legal services, your NBFC can effectively understand the RBI’s integrated ombudsman scheme to resolve conflicts against depositors, borrowers, and investors.

Compliance via NBFC Legal Service Providers

With the consistent assistance from NBFC legal service providers, you can easily fulfil your compliance requirements as mentioned below:

  • Proper adherence to RBI’s latest rules and circulars to avoid hefty fines and penalties.
  • Maintenance of net owned fund as per the Reserve Bank of India’s requirements.
  • On-time submission of audited and unaudited financial statements to competent authorities.
  • Regular filing of income tax or GST returns to the Indian Income Tax Department/Central Board of Direct Taxes & Indirect Taxes.
  • Implementation of KYC and AML policies to block fraudulent dispersal of loans/funds and prevent unlawful activities.
  • Creation of website policies, including privacy and T&Cs, to demonstrate your use of the client’s data.
  • Conducting regular audits to improve the functioning of the entity through NBFC legal support.
  • Compilation of all types of legal documents through NBFC legal service providers in anticipation of an inspection.
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Why Trust Enterslice as NBFC Legal Service Providers?

With 10+ years of experience as India’s No. 1 NBFC compliance provider, we’re equipped with 500+ lawyers, CAs, & CS. Below are key reasons why you should trust Enterslice as one of the most reliable NBFC legal service providers:

  • More than 12 years in the fintech industry as legal & financial experts.
  • Assistance starts from filing for registration & ongoing compliance support to debt settlement, lawsuit filing, & merger advisory.
  • 100% guaranteed compliance with the RBI – avoid penalties.
  • Tailored solutions as per your NBFC business model.
  • Drafting, licensing, agreement formation – all in one.
  • Get real-time updates on your service request & RBI’s latest circular issues.
  • Save time and cost on compliance – EMI facility available with leading banks.
  • No hidden cost – 100% transparent pricing policy.
  • Get an individual manager for all types of NBFC legal support.
  • 24/7 available – our customer support executives will help you.
  • We’ll assist you by reviewing your loan agreements.

Frequently Asked Questions for Legal Services for NBFCs

With the help of NBFC legal support, you can:

  1. Check your eligibility for non-banking financial company registration.
  2. Prepare documents.
  3. Certify your fiscal statements and net owned funds.
  4. Apply for NBFC registration online.
  5. Clarify the RBI’s queries, if applicable, during the incorporation process.
  6. Sign the documents upon the grant of certification.

Go through the following list of entities that will gain an advantage from acquiring NBFC legal advice:

  1. Startups are looking to enter the digital lending market segment.
  2. Fintech companies that want to merge, acquire, or register as an NBFC.
  3. Existing non-banking financial companies that need assistance with debt settlement, audit, annual filing compliance, and personal loan recovery.

The legal framework for loan recovery is as follows:

  1. The Negotiable Instrument Act of 1881: This includes provisions for cheque bounces related to debt repayments.
  2. SARFAESI Act of 2002: This legislation provides a framework for non-banking financial companies on asset-based recoveries.
  3. Indian Contract Act of 1872: This act governs the roles and responsibilities between the NBFC and its agreements and contracts with borrowers, third-party vendors, and associated partners.
  4. Civil Procedure Code of 1908: This law provides sections and rules for the recovery of debt through civil filings.

The list of documents needed for NBFC registration is as follows:

  1. KYC, including Aadhar card and PAN of all directors and managers.
  2. Memorandum of Association.
  3. Articles of Association.
  4. Charter of the proposed company.
  5. Incorporation certificate authenticated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
  6. Goods and Services Tax Number.
  7. Business plan and detailed project report.
  8. A certified copy of the director's and shareholders’ net worth.
  9. A CA-certified statement about the company’s net owned fund (NOF).
  10. Last three years' financial statements (audited).

The different types of non-banking financial company legal services are as follows:

  1. Legal notice sending.
  2. Website policy drafting, including terms & conditions, refund, privacy, child-safety, credit, and recovery policies.
  3. Formation of leases, assets, and liquidation agreements.
  4. Drafting loan and debt settlement agreements.
  5. Complete legal documentation for NBFC registration and RBI-specific license renewals.
  6. AML and KYC policy compliance.
  7. Annual return filing.
  8. Tax reporting.
  9. Advice on mergers & acquisitions and business restructuring.
  10. Compliance and implementation of the fair practice code & FEMA.

The NBFC legal service providers facilitate the following:

  1. Provide an insight into the proposed company that you want to merge or partner with through mergers & acquisitions.
  2. Help manage post-restructuring compliance requirements.
  3. Acquire approvals from the RBI.
  4. Draft mandatory documents to support the said transfer or merger of the NBFC with a fintech or any other company.

Check out the key points mentioned below to fulfil compliance through NBFC legal support:

  1. Annual financial reporting.
  2. Quarterly and monthly filings.
  3. Notification to the RBI about any change in the company’s ownership or organizational structure.
  4. Change in internal KYC, AML, loan recovery, and credit policies as per RBI’s latest updates.
  5. Employee training on new legal NBFC developments.

You can take the assistance through NBFC legal support:

  • Firstly, draft a demand (legal) notice, requesting them to pay off the loan or meet for negotiation or arbitration.
  • Arbitrate in accordance with the applicable laws.
  • Negotiate or mediate the terms and conditions of debt settlement.
  • File a lawsuit in case none of the alternate dispute resolution methods work out.

If a borrower has defaulted on a payment, then you may:

  1. Declare the said account as a Non-Performing Asset (NPA) in accordance with the RBI laws within 90 days of such non-payment.
  2. Draft and issue the legal notice against the loan defaulter under Section 13(2) of the SARFAESI Act, providing a grace period of 60 days to clear the dues.
  3. You can move forward with the possession of secured assets provided by the borrower as a guarantee under Section 13(4) of the SARFAESI Act if the latter fails to address or reply to your demand notice.
  4. Sell the assets to recover the due amount through an auction. You must return any additional surplus to the defaulted borrower, if any.

The different types of websites and internal governance policies are as follows:

  1. Loan recovery policy
  2. Credit policy
  3. Anti-Money Laundering policy
  4. Privacy policy
  5. Terms & Conditions
  6. Refund policy
  7. Fair Practice Code
  8. Risk Management and Grievance Redressal System

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