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ESOPs Series: Tax Implications

March 15, 2022
by vishakhajoshi
3 min read

Introduction: Employee Stock Option Plan (“ESOP”) is an option granted to the employees to acquire certain number of shares allotted by the company, at a pre-determined price, at a future date. ESOPs are allotted only...

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  • General Legal

Is an MOU really enforceable?

January 20, 2022
by vishakhajoshi
3 min read

Introduction: A contract is an agreement that is enforceable by law.[1] However, a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) need not contain legally enforceable promises. This article aims to clarify the usage of both these...

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  • Family and Matrimonial

Probate — The longer route with bumps all the way

November 11, 2021
by vishakhajoshi
5 min read

Meaning of Probate: Probate is the term for the legal process in which a will is reviewed to determine its validity and authenticity. It also accounts for general administering...

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Explained: The position of legal heir and nominee in India

October 25, 2021
by vishakhajoshi
7 min read

Introduction The rights and legal status of a nominee and a legal heir have been a point of discussion for some time now. One of the key legal concerns that has been called into question is whether the rights of a nominee...

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  • Family and Matrimonial

Explained: Distinction between legal heir & nominee

October 20, 2021
by vishakhajoshi
3 min read

Introduction In order to name the custodians of our assets it is imperative that we know the meaning and legal implications of appointing them. Nominees and legal heirs have been clearly given their roles and responsibilities...

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Types of WILLS

October 4, 2021
by vishakhajoshi
4 min read

Introduction A will, in general, is a legal declaration of the testator’s intentions regarding his property which he desires to be carried into effect after his death. A testator has the right to amend his will at any moment...

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WILLS & TESTAMENTARY – Advanced

March 4, 2020
by vishakhajoshi
4 min read

Importance of making a Will Any individual possessing and owning certain disposable property/ies would want to safeguard them after their death, by a proper distribution and allocation of such property/ies. However, a...

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  • Family and Matrimonial
  • General Legal

Wills & Testamentary – Basics

March 4, 2020
by vishakhajoshi
2 min read

Meaning A “Will” is a testamentary document which carries the maker’s/testator’s intention, in writing, to dispose of any property in his/her name and the manner in which such disposition shall take place. A...

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