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Private Equity &
Venture Capital

At Sidebar, our corporate and commercial advisory team supports businesses at every stage—from early structuring to strategic exits. We work closely with promoters, inveSidebar’s Private Equity & Venture Capital practice is rooted in a deep understanding of investor priorities, founder dynamics, and sector-specific growth trends. We partner with institutional investors, funds, and growth-stage businesses to structure, negotiate, and execute investments with precision and foresight.

Whether supporting fund formation, leading a Series A round, or structuring a complex buyout, our team delivers full-spectrum legal advisory that spans deal strategy, regulatory navigation, and portfolio management. stors, and management to deliver legally robust and commercially sound outcomes, whether navigating cross-border investments, intricate contractual negotiations, or compliance challenges.

Core Services:

  • Fund Formation & Structuring: Advising on AIF registration, PPMs, contribution agreements, and governance frameworks.
  • Growth Capital & PIPE Transactions: Legal support for primary and secondary investments in private and listed companies.
  • Buyouts & Distressed Asset Deals: Strategic counsel on acquisition of control stakes and investments in stressed businesses.
  • Exit Strategies: Advisory on promoter buybacks, third-party sales, IPO exits, and structured secondary transactions.
  • Portfolio Management & Governance: Ongoing legal advisory on investor rights, board control, MIS compliance, and conflict resolution.

Key Differentiators:

  • Dual Lens – Investor & Founder-Aligned Advisory: Representing both capital providers and high-growth companies.
  • ESG & Impact Investment Support: Expertise in climate-aligned, sustainable investment structures and compliance.
  • Cross-Sectoral Coverage: Active across financial services, energy, e-commerce, healthcare, logistics, and more.
  • Seamless Transaction Execution: Strong deal documentation, regulatory filings, and negotiation support under tight timelines.
  • Dispute-Ready Mindset: Early identification and mitigation of potential friction points in deal structures.

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