> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.jurisphere.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.jurisphere.ai/jurisphere-guide/handbook/corporate-restructuring/overview.md).

# Overview

Restructuring is procedurally heavy. Schemes of arrangement, demergers, and slump sales involve sequenced filings, multiple regulators, and detailed stakeholder communications. Jurisphere keeps the moving parts in a single [Project](https://jurisphere.gitbook.io/jurisphere-guide/projects/overview-of-projects).

## The shape of the work

A typical restructuring mandate runs over months and touches the NCLT, MCA, SEBI (for listed entities), the IT department, and sometimes CCI. For the long-form drafting (scheme of arrangement, explanatory statement, NCLT applications), [Custom Workflows](https://jurisphere.gitbook.io/jurisphere-guide/creating-custom-workflows) uploaded from your firm's prior schemes are the recommended path.

* They replicate the structure, defined terms, and drafting style the firm relies on.
* The [Drafting Pane](https://jurisphere.gitbook.io/jurisphere-guide/drafting-on-document-review) carries the long-form drafting work.
* [Research](https://jurisphere.gitbook.io/jurisphere-guide/research/overview-of-the-research-tool) surfaces precedent on contested mechanics.

[MCA Documents](https://jurisphere.gitbook.io/jurisphere-guide/mca-documents/overview-of-the-mca-documents-tool) pulls the stakeholder records. The [Project's Matter History](https://jurisphere.gitbook.io/jurisphere-guide/projects/overview-of-projects) records every workflow, draft, and edit across the team for the duration of the deal. The structuring judgement remains squarely with the partner.

## How the work moves

A mandate moves through the stages below. The detailed walkthrough — with the tools each stage uses and the call the lawyer still owns — is on the next page.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th>Title</th><th data-card-target data-type="content-ref">Target</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Structuring &#x26; Scheme Design</td><td><a href="/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#structuring-scheme-design">/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#structuring-scheme-design</a></td></tr><tr><td>Valuation &#x26; Stakeholder Mapping</td><td><a href="/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#valuation-stakeholder-mapping">/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#valuation-stakeholder-mapping</a></td></tr><tr><td>Regulatory Filings</td><td><a href="/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#regulatory-filings">/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#regulatory-filings</a></td></tr><tr><td>Shareholder &#x26; Creditor Process</td><td><a href="/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#shareholder-creditor-process">/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#shareholder-creditor-process</a></td></tr><tr><td>Effectiveness &#x26; Implementation</td><td><a href="/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#effectiveness-implementation">/pages/1e56e8461c5afe38c309eb7e487baf844b634d11#effectiveness-implementation</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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**The shape of the time saved.** Restructuring is sequenced work. The Project keeps every filing, draft, and analysis in one place. The structuring view remains the partner's call.
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