Essential Legal Guidance for Directors and Founders

Directors, your personal assets are not safe. A real NCLT case saw a director's luxury car and wife's joint account attached to recover company loans. The "corporate shield" is a myth if you have signed a personal guarantee.

Starting a business in India involves critical legal requirements. This post outlines the essential steps, from choosing a business name and structure to understanding labor laws and safeguarding intellectual property.

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is essential for protecting your intellectual property and confidential information when in discussion with other parties. We draft and review NDAs to safeguard your business interests.

GST registration is mandatory for businesses in India with an annual turnover exceeding the specified threshold. We provide clarity on when and how you must register for GST to ensure full compliance.

A convertible note is a common tool for seed investors in early-stage startups. We explain how this short-term debt instrument works and how it converts to equity once your company's valuation is determined.

This infographic visually explains how convertible notes work for startups. It details the process from an angel investor's investment to their conversion into a shareholder, outlining the pros and cons for both founders and investors.

The Indian government has consolidated 29 labor laws into four new codes. We help businesses understand the impact of these reforms, from salary structures to work-from-home policies, to ensure you are prepared for the changes.

Startups recognized by DPIIT may be eligible for an Angel Tax Exemption. We explain the conditions, such as the paid-up share capital limit, and guide you through the application process with the CBDT.

This graphic illustrates the difference between a partnership firm, which is an agreement between partners, and a company, which is a separate legal entity incorporated under the Companies Act.