Startups
India’s startup ecosystem is vibrant and rapidly evolving, with significant contributions from sectors such as technology, fintech, edtech, and e-commerce. The legal framework governing startups encompasses various laws and regulations, including the Companies Act, 2013, Goods and Services Tax (GST), Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), and others. Our team is well-versed in these regulations and provides strategic legal advice to ensure compliance and facilitate successful business operations.
We provide comprehensive legal services to startups across India, guiding entrepreneurs from inception through growth and scaling. Our expertise spans incorporation, funding, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. We serve as trusted legal partners, enabling founders to focus on innovation while we handle the complexities of the legal landscape.
Our Services
- Business Incorporation and Structuring:
- Advising on the selection of appropriate business structures (e.g., Private Limited Company, Limited Liability Partnership).
- Assisting with company registration and obtaining necessary licenses and approvals.
- Drafting and reviewing incorporation documents, including Memorandum and Articles of Association.
- Intellectual Property Protection:
- Assisting in the registration of trademarks, copyrights, patents, and designs.
- Advising on brand protection strategies and handling infringement issues.
- Drafting and negotiating licensing and assignment agreements.
- Funding and Investment Structuring:
- Advising on seed funding, venture capital, and private equity investments.
- Drafting and negotiating term sheets, shareholder agreements, and investment contracts.
- Assisting with regulatory compliance related to funding transactions.
- Regulatory Compliance and Licensing:
- Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations and obtaining necessary licenses.
- Advising on compliance with labour laws, data protection laws, and other applicable regulations.
- Assisting with Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration and filings.
- Employment and Labor Law:
- Drafting employment contracts and advising on labour law compliance.
- Assisting with employee stock option plans (ESOPs) and other incentive schemes.
- Advising on termination, retrenchment, and other employment-related matters.
- Contract Drafting and Negotiation:
- Drafting and reviewing contracts related to supply, procurement, and service agreements.
- Advising on terms and conditions for online and offline sales.
- Negotiating and drafting partnership, joint venture, and franchise agreements.
- Dispute Resolution:
- Representing clients in disputes related to contracts, intellectual property, and other business matters.
- Assisting with arbitration, mediation, and litigation proceedings.
- Advising on conflict resolution strategies to preserve business relationships.
- Exit Strategies and Mergers & Acquisitions:
- Advising on exit strategies, including mergers, acquisitions, and initial public offerings (IPOs).
- Conducting due diligence and assisting with transaction structuring.
- Drafting and negotiating transaction documents and agreements.
Key Highlights
Our firm combines deep industry knowledge with legal expertise to deliver practical solutions tailored to the unique needs of startups. We understand the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and offer proactive legal support to help them navigate the complexities of business operations, secure funding, protect intellectual property, and achieve sustainable growth.