PMLA

🔹 Regulatory Advisory & Compliance

We assist businesses and reporting entities such as banks, NBFCs, real estate firms, cryptocurrency platforms, and others in:

• Understanding their obligations as per Section 12 of the Act

• Drafting and implementing internal anti-money laundering (AML) policies

• Assisting in record maintenance and suspicious transaction reporting

• Compliance with FATF (Financial Action Task Force) guidelines and KYC norms

🔹 Representation in Investigations

Facing a summons or inquiry from the Enforcement Directorate (ED)? Our experienced legal team:

• Advises on how to respond to Section 50 summons

• Represents clients in ED interrogations and document submissions

• Ensures protection of constitutional rights during proceedings

🔹 Bail & Defense in PMLA Prosecution

We provide robust legal defense in criminal proceedings initiated under Section 3 (Offence of Money Laundering) and Section 4 (Punishment) of the Act. Our services include:

• Anticipatory and regular bail applications

• Legal representation in Special PMLA Courts, High Courts, and the Supreme Court

• Defense in attachment and confiscation of property proceedings under Section 5 and 8

🔹 Asset Attachment Disputes

Lexis Global helps clients respond to provisional attachment of property by the ED, and file appeals before the Adjudicating Authority and Appellate Tribunal, ensuring your assets are protected and due process is followed.

🔹 Cross-Border & Multi-Agency Coordination

In cases involving foreign accounts, hawala, or shell companies, we provide guidance on international cooperation frameworks, MLATs (Mutual Legal Assistance Treaties), and coordinate with global counsel where necessary.