Chandrasekaran Associates (CACS)

Chandrasekaran Associates, popularly known as CACS, is a premier firm of practicing Company Secretaries based in India. Established in 1988, the firm specializes in corporate law, secretarial audits, SEBI regulations, and intellectual property rights. They act as a critical regulatory and compliance partner for large corporate houses and listed enterprises across various sectors, ensuring adherence to the Companies Act, 2013, and other statutory requirements. Within the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, CACS provides specialized advisory services including secretarial audits, corporate governance systems, and regulatory liaisoning. While not a drug manufacturer, the firm is a key service provider for pharmaceutical giants in India, managing complex legal filings, mergers and acquisitions, and compliance with foreign exchange and investment regulations (FEMA/RBI).