How We Handle Startup Law Cases?

At SNS Legal Aid, we provide end-to-end legal solutions for startups, ensuring compliance with corporate laws, funding regulations, intellectual property protection, and contractual obligations. Our services include:

  • Company Incorporation & Compliance: Assisting with business registration, structuring, and legal compliance.
  • Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Preparing founder agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, and service agreements.
  • Intellectual Property Protection: Registering trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
  • Funding & Investment Agreements: Legal support for VC funding, angel investments, and shareholder agreements.
  • Taxation & Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to GST, income tax, and Startup India policies.
Laws & Acts Involved in Startup Law
  • The Companies Act, 2013: Governs incorporation, compliance, and business operations.
  • The LLP Act, 2008: Regulates Limited Liability Partnerships in India.
  • The Contract Act, 1872: Governs agreements, enforceability, and contractual obligations.
  • The Income Tax Act, 1961: Covers taxation benefits, exemptions, and deductions for startups.
  • The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act, 2017: Regulates indirect taxation and compliance.
  • The Intellectual Property Laws (Trademark Act, Copyright Act, Patent Act): Protects brand identity and innovations.
  • Startup India Initiative: Provides legal incentives, funding support, and regulatory relaxations.
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Detailed Explanation of Startup Laws

1. Startup Incorporation & Compliance

Choosing the right business structure is crucial. We assist in:

  • Private Limited Company: Best for startups seeking investment and growth.
  • Limited Liability Partnership (LLP): Suitable for businesses wanting limited liability with operational flexibility.
  • One-Person Company (OPC): Ideal for solo entrepreneurs who want limited liability protection.
  • Sole Proprietorship & Partnership Firm: Best for small businesses with minimal legal requirements.
2. Contract Drafting & Negotiation

Startups need strong legal contracts to protect their business interests. We specialize in:

  • Founder Agreements: Defining roles, equity distribution, and exit strategies.
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): Safeguarding confidential business information.
  • Vendor & Supplier Contracts: Ensuring legal protection in business transactions.
  • Employment Agreements: Protecting employer-employee relationships and obligations.
3. Intellectual Property Protection

Every startup must safeguard its innovations and brand identity. We provide:

  • Trademark Registration: Protecting business names, logos, and brand identity.
  • Patent Filing: Securing exclusive rights over innovative products and processes.
  • Copyright Protection: Safeguarding creative works, software, and content.
4. Funding & Investment Agreements

Raising funds legally is crucial for a startup’s success. We assist in:

  • Venture Capital & Angel Investment Agreements: Ensuring compliance with investor expectations.
  • Term Sheets & Shareholder Agreements: Structuring equity deals and ownership rights.
  • Government Grants & Schemes: Guiding startups through Startup India benefits and funding programs.
5. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

Startups must comply with tax laws and regulatory norms. We help with:

  • GST Registration & Compliance: Ensuring smooth tax operations.
  • Income Tax Exemptions for Startups: Applying for tax benefits under Startup India.
  • Filing & Compliance Reports: Managing annual filings and business tax obligations.
Our Startup Legal Services

✅ Business Registration & Legal Structuring

✅ Contract Drafting & Negotiation

✅ Intellectual Property Registration & Protection

✅ Investment & Funding Legal Support

✅ Regulatory Compliance & Taxation

✅ Dispute Resolution & Legal Representation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The choice depends on business goals:

  • Private Limited Company: Best for startups seeking funding.
  • LLP: Suitable for businesses wanting limited liability with flexibility.
  • Sole Proprietorship: Best for single-owner businesses with minimal compliance.

Key documents include:

  • Founder Agreements
  • Shareholder Agreements
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • Employment Contracts
  • Vendor & Service Agreements

By registering trademarks, patents, and copyrights, and signing NDAs with employees and investors.

Funding options include:

  • Angel Investors & Venture Capitalists
  • Government Schemes (Startup India, MSME Loans)
  • Equity Financing & Debt Financing

Under the Startup India initiative, eligible startups get:

  • 3-year tax exemption
  • Rebates on patent & trademark filings
  • Investment exemptions under Section 56 (Angel Tax)

Yes, if the turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs (₹10 lakhs for NE states) or if the startup sells goods/services interstate.

It defines equity distribution, roles, responsibilities, exit clauses, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

We provide business incorporation, contract drafting, investment agreements, IP protection, and regulatory compliance to ensure legal security for startups.

Yes, under FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) policies, subject to RBI & SEBI regulations.

  • Intellectual Property theft
  • Breach of contracts
  • Funding & investor disputes
  • Taxation & compliance issues
  • Employment & labor disputes

 

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