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Sumeet N. Sharma

Sumeet N. Sharma

Founder & Senior International Counsel

Former Director of Legal (Mexico), $100M+ Asset Recovery
Supreme Court Experience: India, UK, US, Mexico

Strategic Counsel for Complex
Global Business & Legal Challenges

Driving Dreams International delivers integrated, world-class legal, fiduciary, and cross-border business advisory services. We architect secure market entry, protect assets, and ensure governance continuity for enterprises and families operating across jurisdictions.

"Our principal asset is a curated international professional team across key jurisdictions — delivering not just local knowledge, but trusted execution for manufacturers, exporters, and family businesses. We don't just open doors; we ensure they don't slam shut behind you."

Integrated Service Spectrum

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Corporate & Commercial Legal Advisory

End-to-end legal support for international operations, compliance, and corporate governance.

  • International Contract Drafting & Negotiation
  • Joint Ventures, M&A, Corporate Structuring
  • Legal Department Setup & Compliance Management
  • Intellectual Property & Brand Protection
  • Factory & Office Establishment Support
  • Government Liaison & Regulatory Approvals
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Cross-Border Dispute Resolution

Strategic management of complex international disputes and litigation across multiple jurisdictions.

  • International Arbitration & ADR Strategy
  • Multi-jurisdictional Litigation Management
  • Asset Recovery & Enforcement (ex: $100M+ in LatAm)
  • Supreme Court & Appellate Advocacy
  • Regulatory Defense & Investigations
FLAGSHIP SERVICE
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Family Enterprise & Succession Governance

A structured, phased framework to ensure legacy continuity, wealth preservation, and conflict-free transition for Indian family businesses.

↳ Detailed 7-Phase Plan Below

  • Family Constitution & Governance Framework
  • Trusts, Wills & Estate Planning
  • Tax-Efficient Cross-Border Structuring
  • Leadership Transition Roadmap
  • Fiduciary Executor/Trustee Services
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Translation & Immigration Consulting

Professional linguistic and mobility services to support seamless international operations and workforce deployment.

  • Certified Legal & Technical Document Translation
  • Multilingual Contract & Agreement Localization
  • Business Visa & Work Permit Facilitation
  • Expatriate Relocation & Compliance Support
  • Cross-Cultural Training & Integration
  • Immigration Strategy for Key Markets (India, Mexico, LATAM, USA, Europe)

Comprehensive Business & Operational Support

• Factory Setup – Land acquisition, office real estate, foreign workforce facilitation
• Talent Sourcing & HR Integration for international operations
• Bilateral Credibility Building & Local Market Integration
• Export Market Expansion & Business Development Strategy
• Oil & Gas Sector Consulting – Exploration, Due Diligence, Trading, Escrow
• Facilitating Foreign Direct Investments in MAKE IN INDIA initiatives
• Risk Mitigation & Comprehensive Compliance Planning
• IPR – Utility Patents & International Protection

Succession Planning • Security & Implementation

Driving Dreams International brings over 30 years of international legal and corporate experience across China, UK, US, Latin America, and India. We protect Indian family businesses through structured succession strategy, governance, trusts, and fiduciary execution.

Phase Timeline Key Deliverables & Activities Indicative Professional Fee (INR)
Discovery & Assessment Month 1 Intake workshops with founder and family. Review of shareholding, trusts, governance, past wills, and goals. Deliverable: Discovery Report & Risk Assessment. ₹75,000
Legal Governance Structuring Months 2–3 Draft/revise Family Constitution covering values, governance, conflict resolution. Create shareholder agreements, holding company structures, trust deeds, Wills, and Power of Attorneys. ₹2,50,000 – 4,00,000
Tax & Cross-Border Planning Month 3 Strategy for estate, gift, and capital gains tax. Cross-border compliance for jurisdictions such as Latin America. Deliverable: Tax-optimized structuring memo. ₹1,00,000
Leadership Transition Roadmap Months 3–4 Map successor candidates (family or professional). Plan an 18–24 month transition with mentorship, KPIs, and governance checkpoints. Deliverable: Transition Roadmap Document. ₹1,00,000
Executor & Trustee Setup Month 4 Formal agreement for Driving Dreams International to serve as Executor/Trustee. Confidentiality commitment, fiduciary policies, and documentation governance. ₹50,000 retainer
Implementation & Oversight Months 4–12 Execution of legal transfers, registry filings, trust establishment. Conduct quarterly progress reviews. Deliverable: Implementation records, governance tracking. ₹50,000/month or 5% of transaction values
Annual Governance Review Year 2 onwards Periodic review of documentation, trust compliance, legal/regulatory changes. Advisory on governance updates. Deliverable: Annual Review Report & Action Plan. ₹1,25,000/year
VALUE DIFFERENTIATION

Why Our Offering Delivers Exceptional Value

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Global Expertise

30+ years across multiple jurisdictions (India, US, Mexico, LatAm, Europe, China) and industries. Not just advisors—practitioners with Supreme Court experience.

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Dual Competency

Legal fiduciary services + succession strategy under one roof. We can both advise on structure and act as impartial Trustee/Executor.

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Holistic Execution

From governance architecture to hands-on implementation and oversight. We stay engaged through the entire lifecycle, not just the planning phase.

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Trusted Partner Identity

We act with impartiality and confidentiality as executors and advisors. Our $100M+ asset recovery experience demonstrates our capability to protect client interests.

Global Leadership & Contact

Sumeet Sharma

Mr. Sumeet Sharma

CEO - Driving Dreams International
Co-Founder ALITPO Mexico

International Corporate Lawyer • 20+ Years Experience • Multi-jurisdictional Supreme Court Advocate

📍 Mumbai, India

✉️ sumeet@drivingdreams.in

📞 +91 9820 99 83 99

Jorge Pozas

Mr. Jorge Pozas

Co-Founder & CEO - ALITPO Mexico
30+ Years Mexican Banking & Corporate Sector

Engineer + Banker • Monterrey-based • Deep LATAM Market Integration • Bilateral Trade Specialist

📍 Monterrey, Mexico

✉️ jorge@alitpo.mx

📞 +52 1 81 1619 3306

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Global Professional Team

A 14-member integrated team across India and Mexico with multidisciplinary expertise in law, banking, engineering, and international trade.

Key Senior Members:

India: Sonu Sharma, Radhakrishnan A, Nikilesh Pagadalu, Binoy Chakraborty, Swapnil P, Nitin Sharma, Sara Sharma
Mexico: Carlos Contreras, Rodolfo Ulloa, Bernardo Torres, Miguel Pavon, Fatima Velasco
International: Luis Felipe Dominguez Sosa, Mauricio Guati Rojo Corral, Srijai Raman, Abhishek Singh, Timur Kim

Secure Market Entry Services

For manufacturers and exporters seeking legally safeguarded market entry between India and Latin America, explore our specialized ALITPO framework. We provide risk-mitigated, culturally-intelligent market access—not just lead generation.

"We don't just open doors. We ensure they don't slam shut behind you."

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Comprehensive 4-Phase System: Intelligence & Risk Assessment • Targeted Culturally-Intelligent Outreach • Deal Facilitation & Safeguarding • Transaction & Relationship Management

Begin a Confidential Consultation

Discuss your international legal, succession planning, immigration, or business expansion challenge directly with our senior partners. Initial strategic assessments are available.

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Comment by Driving Dreams International on September 27, 2025 at 7:55pm

Understanding U.S. Tariffs & Legal Compliance for Exporters

Introduction:
Exporting to the United States opens doors to one of the most lucrative markets in the world. However, crossing these borders legally and profitably requires more than logistics — it requires deep understanding of U.S. tariff laws, customs compliance, and product safety regulations.

At Driving Dreams International, we help exporters and manufacturers navigate these legal and regulatory frameworks with clarity and confidence — combining India-side legal expertise with U.S. compliance partnerships.

Key Legal & Compliance Requirements for U.S. Market Entry

  1. Tariff Classification under the HTS — Each product entering the U.S. must be classified under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), which determines applicable import duties, special trade measures and country-specific regulations.
  2. Country of Origin & Labeling Laws — U.S. Customs requires clear and compliant labeling including origin marking, which can be complex for multi-origin or assembled goods.
  3. Product-Specific Safety & Certification — Goods intended for U.S. consumers may need oversight and testing from agencies such as CPSC, FDA, FCC.
  4. Tariff Engineering & Cost-Saving Strategies — Legal planning can reduce duty burden through FTAs, exclusions, or product/packaging strategies.

How We Help: A One-Window Legal Solution

We offer cross-border legal advisory covering drafting and vetting contracts, export documentation, customs law, and regulatory filing. We partner with U.S.-based trade and tariff law firms to classify products, ensure compliance and mitigate tariff impact.

Ready to Export to the U.S. — Compliantly and Profitably?
We are already in discussions with global companies preparing to manufacture in India and export to the U.S. Our role is to ensure they are legally protected, regulatorily compliant, and commercially optimized.

Contact: sumeet@drivingdreams.in | WhatsApp: +91 9820 99 83 99


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