Business and Commercial Law
Fee Structure
Retainership packages, add-on charges and terms of service for businesses that engage Upadhyay & Sehgal Law Chambers on a retainer.
Retainership
Retainership Packages & Scope of Services
The charges below are starting prices for each retainership package. The precise scope of work and the applicable fees are confirmed in writing in an engagement letter or retainer agreement, after the requirements of the business have been discussed.
| Included service | Essential Retainer | Professional Retainer | Strategic Retainer |
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| Starting package charge | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹15,000 |
| Premises visits | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Documentation work | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Court hearings | Not included | 1 | 1 |
| Case filing | Not included | Not included | 1 |
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Essential Retainer
From ₹5,000
Includes
- 1 premises visit
- 4 documentation tasks
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Professional Retainer
From ₹8,000
Includes
- 2 premises visits
- 6 documentation tasks
- 1 court hearing
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Strategic Retainer
From ₹15,000
Includes
- 2 premises visits
- 8 documentation tasks
- 1 court hearing
- 1 case filing
Scope of Services
What the Services Cover
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Documentation Work
Drafting and preparation of legal notices, applications, agreements, petitions and other case-related documents, including review, vetting, proofreading and corrections, within the limits of the selected package.
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Premises Visits
Visits to the client's business premises for in-person consultations, coordination, discussions about assigned matters and collection of the relevant documents.
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Court Hearings
Representation before District Courts, tribunals or the relevant government authorities for oral or written submissions, presentation of the case and procedural follow-up on the assigned hearing dates, subject to the agreed scope of engagement.
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Case Filing
Preparation, compilation and submission of the documents needed to formally file a case or complaint before the appropriate court or authority.
Page Limit Policy
| Document type | Included limit |
|---|---|
| Legal notice drafting | Up to 3 pages |
| Other document drafting | Up to 7 pages |
| Document review | Up to 12 pages |
Each documentation task covers one document up to the page limit shown for its type. Work that exceeds the applicable page limit is chargeable as additional documentation work: every further set of pages up to the same limit, or part of one, counts as one more documentation task.
Example A four-page legal notice exceeds the three-page limit by one page, so it counts as two documentation tasks.
Add-On Services & Charges
| Additional service | Charge |
|---|---|
| Documentation work | ₹1,100 per document |
| Premises visit | ₹1,500 per visit |
| Court hearing | ₹1,500 per hearing |
| Case filing | ₹7,000 per filing |
These charges apply, as applicable, to work beyond the inclusions or limits of the selected retainership package.
Terms
Terms of Service
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Scope of Services
The services listed on this page describe general categories of professional legal assistance. The precise scope of work is finalised after a detailed discussion and the execution of an engagement letter or retainer agreement.
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Retainership Limits
Each package includes only the services and quantities expressly specified. Court appearances, specialised drafting, negotiations, due diligence and work beyond the agreed package limits may be charged separately at mutually agreed rates.
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No Solicitation
This information is provided in response to a specific request and is intended for informational purposes only. It must not be construed as solicitation, advertisement or inducement contrary to the applicable Bar Council of India rules.
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Creation of Advocate–Client Relationship
An advocate–client relationship is established only after written confirmation, acceptance of the applicable terms and payment of the initial professional fees.
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No Legal Advice Without Formal Engagement
The information on this page does not constitute legal advice. Advice specific to a matter is provided only after the relevant facts have been disclosed, the documents reviewed and a formal engagement established.
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Fees and Billing
The stated professional fees are indicative and may vary with the complexity, urgency, volume of documentation and nature of the work. Statutory charges, court fees, stamp duty, travel costs and other out-of-pocket expenses are billed separately.
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Revision of Fees
The Firm reserves the right to revise retainership fees and service charges on 30 days' written notice. Continued engagement after the notice period is treated as acceptance of the revised fees, subject to applicable law and the terms of engagement.
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Payment Terms
Professional fees are payable in advance unless otherwise agreed in writing. Delayed payment or non-payment may result in suspension of services, subject to applicable professional and legal obligations.
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Termination of Engagement
Either party may terminate the engagement on 30 days' written notice, without stating a reason. All outstanding fees, charges for work performed, court fees and out-of-pocket expenses incurred up to the effective date of termination remain payable by the client.
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No-Refund Policy
Fees paid to the Firm are non-refundable, subject to applicable law and any mandatory professional obligations. This applies to retainership fees, consultation charges, drafting fees, appearance fees, filing fees and other payments made to the Firm.
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Premises Visit Limitations
Included in-person visits are limited to the client's business premises or office. Residential visits and meetings at other locations are not included and may attract additional charges if accepted by the Firm.
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Visit Scheduling
Visit dates and times are set by the Firm based on availability and professional discretion. Requests from the client to change the schedule may be considered but cannot be guaranteed under the retainership.
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Confidentiality
Client consultations and documents are handled confidentially in accordance with applicable law, the Advocates Act, 1961, and the relevant professional and ethical obligations, including the applicable Bar Council of India rules.
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No Guarantee of Outcomes
The Firm does not guarantee any particular outcome in litigation, negotiations, proceedings or other legal matters. Results depend on the facts, the evidence, the applicable law and the decisions of the relevant authorities.
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Jurisdiction
Disputes arising from a professional engagement are subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts at Delhi, unless otherwise mutually agreed in writing and permitted by applicable law.
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