Legal Advisory for Startups & Investors Build, Fund & Scale with Legal Confidence
End-to-end legal support for founders and investors. Structuring, agreements, fundraising, compliance — make your startup investor-ready.
- Startup Legal Structuring
- Investor & Funding Advisory
- Agreements & Documentation
- Compliance & Risk Management
What is Startup Legal Advisory?
Startup legal advisory includes complete legal support across the business lifecycle: company formation & structuring, founder agreements & shareholding, fundraising & investor documentation, compliance & governance. It helps startups avoid risks and attract investors.
- Company Formation & Structuring — Entity selection, founder equity
- Founder Agreements & Shareholding — Co-founder, SHA, rights
- Fundraising & Investor Documentation — Term sheets, investment agreements
- Compliance & Governance — Companies Act, secretarial compliance
Why it matters: Legal mistakes can be expensive and irreversible. Expert advisory ensures you are protected and investor-ready.
Ideal For
Early-stage startups, founders & co-founders, angel investors & VC funds, startup incubators & accelerators, and growing companies raising funds.
Startup Structuring
Entity selection (Pvt Ltd, LLP, OPC), shareholding & founder structuring, ESOP planning.
Founder & Shareholder Agreements
Co-founder agreements, shareholder agreements (SHA), founder rights & obligations.
Fundraising & Investor Advisory
Term sheet review, investment agreements, equity dilution planning.
Legal Documentation
MOA & AOA drafting, board & shareholder resolutions, contracts & agreements.
Compliance & Governance
Companies Act compliance, secretarial compliance support, investor readiness.
Due Diligence Support
Pre-investment due diligence, legal risk identification, documentation review.
Common Startup Legal Mistakes
Avoid these pitfalls with expert guidance.
No Founder Agreement
Unclear roles and equity splits
Poor Equity Structuring
Dilution and control issues
Ignoring Compliance
Penalties and legal trouble
Weak Investor Documentation
Disputes and deal failures
Startup Legal Advisory Process
Strategic, practical, and growth-oriented.
Business Understanding
Stage, funding goals & risks
Legal Structuring
Design optimal setup
Documentation
Draft agreements & policies
Ongoing Advisory
Support as you grow
Flexible Plans for Startups
Affordable packages tailored to your stage.
Startup Legal Package
End-to-end legal support for early-stage startups: incorporation, founder agreements, compliance basics.
Fundraising Advisory
Term sheet review, investment agreements, and due diligence support for funding rounds.
Monthly Legal Retainer
Ongoing legal and compliance support for growing startups. Regular advisory and documentation.
Why Choose S.K. Agrawal & Co.?
Startup-Focused Legal Expertise
Experience with Investors & Funding Deals
Practical & Growth-Oriented Advice
End-to-End Legal Support
Fast & Reliable Service
Service Coverage
Serving clients across India & globally.
Build a Legally Strong Startup
Get FREE Initial Consultation — Talk to our Startup Legal Expert today.
Frequently Asked Questions
To avoid disputes, ensure compliance, attract investors, and build a strong legal foundation for growth.
Founder agreements, shareholder agreements (SHA), employee stock option plans, and investor agreements.
Ideally from the incorporation stage itself. Also before any funding round or major transaction.
Yes, it is mandatory before any institutional investment to identify legal and compliance risks.
A non-binding document outlining the key terms of an investment deal before definitive agreements.
Yes, we assist in term sheet review, investment agreement drafting, due diligence, and post-funding compliance.
Yes, we offer customized legal packages for early-stage startups at affordable rates.
No, we offer cost-effective plans designed specifically for early-stage and bootstrapped startups.