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Founders agreements, EMI schemes, SEIS advance assurance — everything a UK founder needs from incorporation to Series A.
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Founders Agreement
Equity splits, vesting, IP assignment, and leaver provisions for co-founder teams.
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Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
Protect confidential information with investors, partners, or potential hires.
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Employment Contract
Compliant UK employment contract for full-time and part-time employees.
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SEIS Advance Assurance Application
Cover letter for applying to HMRC for SEIS/EIS advance assurance before your raise.
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Share Subscription Agreement
SEIS/EIS-compliant agreement for issuing shares to investors in early-stage rounds.
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Privacy & Cookie Policy
GDPR-compliant privacy and cookie policy for UK websites.
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In-Depth Legal Guides
Plain-English guides written for business owners, not lawyers.
EMI Share Options: The Complete Guide
How to set up a tax-efficient share option scheme — qualifying conditions, HMRC valuation, and vesting.
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UK Startup Fundraising: SEIS, EIS & SAFEs
How to structure your round, qualify for tax relief, and protect your cap table from day one.
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Employment Law for UK Startups & SMEs
Hiring, contracts, redundancy, and compliance — what every UK employer needs to know.
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Commercial Contracts & Terms and Conditions
Drafting, negotiating, and enforcing commercial agreements — a practical guide for UK businesses.
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STARTUP LEGAL HUB
Everything a UK founder needs, in one place
From incorporation and founders agreements to EMI schemes, SEIS fundraising, and shareholders agreements — the legal journey from idea to Series A, step by step. Unlike for-profit platforms, our documents are always free.
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Founders Agreement
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EMI Scheme Guide
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SEIS Advance Assurance
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Shareholders Agreement
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