Startup
We support startup founders at the very genesis of their business journey, helping them validate, refine, and structure their ideas through a legal lens. Often, an idea that seems commercially viable may pose legal challenges or regulatory risks. Our approach involves analyzing the feasibility of business models with reference to licensing requirements, intellectual property concerns, and sector-specific regulations.
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We support startup founders at the very genesis of their business journey, helping them validate, refine, and structure their ideas through a legal lens. Often, an idea that seems commercially viable may pose legal challenges or regulatory risks. Our approach involves analyzing the feasibility of business models with reference to licensing requirements, intellectual property concerns, and sector-specific regulations. By bringing in legal foresight early on, we help prevent costly mistakes later in the startup lifecycle. This phase also includes advising on early co-founder structuring, confidentiality safeguards, and intellectual property protection strategies to ensure the business has a solid foundation
The choice of legal entity has significant long-term implications for taxation, funding, liability, and operational flexibility. We guide startups in selecting and incorporating the most appropriate structure—be it a Private Limited Company, Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), or Sole Proprietorship—based on their goals and industry norms. Our team manages the entire incorporation process, including name reservation, drafting of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, filing with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, obtaining PAN/TAN/GST, and setting up necessary compliance mechanisms. We ensure that the startup is legally equipped to operate from day one, ready to scale, and investor-friendly.process.
Contracts are the legal spine of any business. We help startups craft strong, precise, and adaptive agreements that serve their needs and growth trajectory. Our work spans a wide array of contracts—co-founder agreements, NDAs, employment contracts, vendor and supplier contracts, SaaS agreements, licensing terms, and customer terms of use. We not only draft but also negotiate and review existing documents to ensure they are fair, balanced, and free from ambiguities that can lead to disputes. This allows founders to focus on growth while we handle the legal guardrails.
Raising funds is often one of the most challenging stages for startups. We assist clients in preparing investment-ready documentation, including term sheets, shareholder agreements, SAFE instruments, and convertible notes. Our services also include due diligence coordination and regulatory compliance, particularly under FEMA, Companies Act, and SEBI guidelines. We ensure that both investor and promoter interests are safeguarded while maintaining flexibility for future funding rounds. By mitigating legal friction in the fundraising process, we help startups build trust with investors and close deals faster.
Compliance is a continuous process that often gets overlooked in the hustle of startup growth. We provide end-to-end advisory on legal, tax, and sector-specific compliance matters—from statutory filings and licenses to environmental clearances and labour law registrations. Our services include setting up internal compliance calendars, conducting periodic audits, and preparing the startup for external diligence. This ensures smooth operations, investor confidence, and freedom from penalties or legal exposure.
A robust HR framework not only defines the culture of a startup but also minimizes risks related to employment disputes. We help companies establish well-drafted HR policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, and compliance with laws related to minimum wages, sexual harassment, gratuity, and termination procedures. Our goal is to align the legal framework with the startup’s dynamic culture, creating policies that protect the employer while fostering a healthy and motivated workforce.
An exit may take the form of a merger, acquisition, IPO, or voluntary closure. We provide legal guidance throughout the exit lifecycle—from due diligence and deal structuring to compliance and documentation. For acquisition or merger deals, we draft and negotiate term sheets, business transfer agreements, and shareholder resolutions. For closures, we assist with insolvency proceedings, asset sales, and regulatory filings. A clear and well-planned legal exit strategy ensures that founders can transition seamlessly, preserving value and minimizing liabilities.
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