Maheshwari & Co. had the privilege of advising Uniqlo India Private Limited, a globally recognized apparel brand known for its philosophy of simplicity, quality, and longevity. The brand focuses on creating timeless clothing with modern elegance, offering essential wardrobe staples that balance comfort, functionality, and affordability.
The Client operates under Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., a leading international retail group headquartered in Japan. The group is widely regarded as one of the world’s largest apparel retailers, with a strong global footprint and a diverse portfolio of brands.
With a rapidly expanding presence across Asia, Europe, and North America, the Client continues to strengthen its global retail network through large-format stores in key metropolitan locations. It currently operates thousands of outlets worldwide, reinforcing its position as a dominant force in the global apparel industry.
Scope of Work
Maheshwari & Co. has been a trusted legal advisor to the Client, providing comprehensive support across regulatory, corporate, and strategic matters. The Firm’s role has included:
- Ensuring full compliance with secretarial, statutory, and regulatory requirements
- Advising on complex frameworks such as the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and information technology laws
- Structuring corporate operations to align with business and regulatory objectives
- Protecting and managing intellectual property rights
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key commercial agreements
- Assisting with diverse legal and regulatory challenges to mitigate risks
In addition, the Firm conducted legal due diligence of land and provided detailed advice on the applicable legal and regulatory framework, supporting the Client’s expansion and operational strategy in India.
The project was led by Ms. Jyotsna Chaturvedi (Head of Corporate Practice), Mr. Akhand Pratap Singh Chauhan (Partner), Mr. Ketan Joshi (Associate Partner), Mr. Namanveer Singh Sodhi (Senior Associate) and Ms. Navya Saxena (Associate).