Startup Advice
Build your business on a solid legal foundation
Starting a business is exciting, but navigating the legal landscape can be complex. Our startup advice service provides end-to-end legal support for entrepreneurs and new businesses. We help you choose the right business structure, protect your intellectual property, draft founder agreements, and prepare for funding rounds. With our guidance, you can focus on building your business while we ensure you're legally protected every step of the way.
Key Benefits
Expert guidance on business entity formation and structure optimisation
Comprehensive founder agreements that prevent future disputes
Equity and cap table management for investment readiness
Funding documentation including SAFE notes and term sheets
Ongoing corporate governance support as you scale
What We Offer
We help you choose and establish the optimal business structure (Pty Ltd, Trust, Partnership) considering tax, liability, and investment implications.
Comprehensive agreements covering equity splits, vesting schedules, IP assignment, decision-making processes, and exit scenarios to protect all founders.
Strategic advice on equity allocation, employee share option plans (ESOPs), and cap table management to keep your startup investment-ready.
Preparation of investment documents including SAFE notes, convertible notes, term sheets, and shareholder agreements for seed and Series A rounds.
Establishment of proper governance frameworks including board structures, decision-making protocols, and compliance with corporate regulations.
Review and drafting of essential contracts including supplier agreements, customer terms, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
Transparent Pricing
Choose the package that best fits your needs
- Business entity formation (Pty Ltd or Trust)
- ASIC registration and setup
- Basic founder agreement (up to 3 founders)
- Simple cap table setup
- 3 hours of legal consultation
- Standard NDA and contractor templates
- Everything in Startup Essentials
- Comprehensive founder agreements with vesting
- Employee share option plan (ESOP) setup
- Advanced cap table management
- Investor-ready documentation package
- Terms of service and privacy policy
- 8 hours of legal consultation
- 3 months ongoing support
- Everything in Growth Ready
- SAFE note or convertible note preparation
- Term sheet negotiation support
- Shareholder agreement drafting
- Data room preparation
- IP audit and protection strategy
- Commercial contract templates (5 custom)
- 20 hours of legal consultation
- 6 months ongoing support
- Priority response times
Our Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your business vision, structure needs, founder dynamics, and funding plans to understand your unique requirements.
Strategy & Structure
We recommend the optimal legal structure, equity arrangements, and governance framework tailored to your business goals.
Documentation & Formation
We prepare all necessary documents, register your entity, and establish your corporate governance framework.
Execution & Implementation
We guide you through signing agreements, setting up your cap table, and implementing your governance processes.
Ongoing Support
We provide continued advice as your startup grows, helping with contracts, funding rounds, and compliance matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your specific needs and how we can help protect and grow your business.