Nepal’s aviation sector sits at the intersection of domestic regulation, international treaty obligations, and an ongoing reform process. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises airlines, aircraft operators, and aviation businesses on regulatory compliance and liability matters in Nepal — a practice area few Nepali firms cover in depth. Governing Law and Regulator Civil aviation in Nepal is…
Not every dispute needs to go to court, and Nepal’s civil courts currently carry a significant backlog. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises clients on the full range of dispute resolution options — litigation, mediation, and arbitration — and represents them through whichever forum best fits their case. Nepal’s Court Structure Nepal has a three-tier court system:…
Protecting a trademark, patent, or copyright in Nepal requires navigating two separate registration systems and understanding which international protections do — and don’t — extend here. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises businesses and creators on securing and enforcing intellectual property rights in Nepal. Governing Law and Regulators Trademarks, patents, and industrial designs are governed by the…
Nepal’s banking sector has consolidated sharply over the past decade, and mergers and acquisitions are an increasingly common transaction type for companies across other sectors as well. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises acquirers, targets, and shareholders through the legal process of a Nepali merger or acquisition. Governing Law Company mergers in Nepal are governed by Section…
Arbitration offers businesses a faster, more confidential alternative to litigation for resolving commercial disputes in Nepal, and Nepal’s courts recognize and enforce foreign arbitral awards. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises clients on drafting arbitration clauses, conducting arbitral proceedings, and enforcing awards. Governing Law Arbitration in Nepal is governed by the Arbitration Act, 2055 (1999). Nepal is…
Property transactions in Nepal — and the rules around foreign and NRN ownership in particular — are a frequent source of confusion. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises on property transactions, registration, and the specific rules that apply to foreign nationals and Non-Resident Nepalis (NRNs). Governing Law Land and property matters in Nepal are governed by the…
Nepal’s banking and financial sector operates under close regulatory supervision. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises banks, financial institutions, and borrowers on lending, security, and regulatory compliance matters. Governing Law and Regulator Nepal’s banking sector is governed by the Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 2073 (2017) (“BAFIA”), which classifies banks and financial institutions into four categories —…
Nepal’s labor law governs every employer operating in the country, and carries additional rules for companies that hire foreign nationals. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises employers — Nepali and foreign-invested alike — on compliance, contracts, and workforce matters. Governing Law Employment in Nepal is governed by the Labour Act, 2074 (2017) and the Labour Rules, 2075…
Nepal welcomes foreign direct investment (FDI) across most sectors of its economy, but the process runs through specific government approvals with its own minimum investment threshold, restricted-sector list, and repatriation rules. Kaligandaki Law Firm advises foreign investors and Nepali joint-venture partners through each stage. Governing Law and Regulators Foreign investment in Nepal is governed by…
Registering a company in Nepal is the first legal step for anyone starting a business here, whether a Nepali entrepreneur or a foreign investor. Kaligandaki Law Firm guides clients through incorporation from name reservation to post-registration compliance. Governing Law and Regulator Company registration is governed by the Companies Act, 2063 (2006), administered by the Office…