Foreign Legal Counsel
Foreign Legal Counsel
As your Foreign Legal Counsel, we provide expert guidance on Nepali law to international clients, law firms, and institutions. Whether you are entering the Nepalese market, outsourcing to Nepal, or managing cross-border transactions, we ensure your interests are protected and your operations remain compliant.
Our Approach
We combine deep knowledge of Nepal's legal and regulatory framework with the responsiveness and transparency expected by global clients. We serve as your on-the-ground legal partner, providing clear, actionable advice that bridges the gap between international expectations and local realities.
Global Business Hours
Our Services
Legal Advisory for Foreign Companies Entering Nepal
- Structuring foreign direct investment (FDI) and joint ventures
- Company incorporation and registration under the Companies Act, 2063
- Regulatory compliance across sectors (FDI limits, licensing, and reporting)
- Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer Act (FITTA) compliance
- Sector-specific advisory for technology, renewable energy, manufacturing, and tourism
Outsourcing & Business Process Services
- Legal framework for IT and BPO outsourcing contracts
- Data protection and cross-border data transfer compliance
- Drafting and review of service level agreements (SLAs) and outsourcing contracts
- Intellectual property protection for outsourced innovation
- Employment and contractor arrangements for offshore teams
NGO & INGO Advisory
- Registration and compliance for international non-governmental organizations
- Legal framework for foreign funding and grant agreements
- Regulatory reporting and government liaison
- Project agreement drafting and review
- Compliance with Social Welfare Council and other regulatory bodies
Cross-Border Commercial Transactions
- Drafting and negotiation of cross-border contracts
- Technology transfer agreements (FITTA)
- Mergers, acquisitions, and due diligence
- Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
- Export-import regulatory compliance
International Employment & Immigration
- Work permits and visa applications for foreign nationals
- Employment contracts for expatriate staff
- Compliance with Nepal's labor laws and regulations
- Immigration advisory for foreign investors and entrepreneurs
- Global mobility and secondment arrangements
International Dispute Resolution & Regulatory Advice
- Advice on cross-border disputes and enforcement mechanisms
- Assistance with disputes involving foreign parties in Nepal's courts
- International arbitration and mediation (see our Arbitration page)
- Advice on international treaties and conventions
- Tax and regulatory advice for foreign individuals and entities
Local Counsel for International Law Firms
- Representation of foreign law firms with clients in Nepal
- Expert opinions on Nepalese law for international proceedings
- Legal research and memorandum drafting
- Assistance with document gathering and local procedures
- Due diligence and compliance reviews for cross-border transactions
Policy & Legislative Advisory
- Analysis of new and proposed legislation affecting foreign entities
- Advocacy on behalf of international clients in regulatory matters
- Monitoring of legal and policy developments relevant to foreign business
- Comparative law analysis for cross-border investments
- Advice on international treaty obligations and domestic implementation
Other Practice Areas
Science & Technology
Intellectual property protection, technology transfers, software licensing, and digital data privacy regulatory counsel.
Learn More →Litigation & Arbitration
Commercial dispute resolution, court representation, and domestic/international arbitrations in Nepal.
Learn More →Legislative Review
Comparative legal studies, statutory drafting, model rule formulations, and institutional reform advisory.
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