Essential Documents for Startups
18 Essential Documents Every Startup Must Have
Every startup aiming for fundraising, IPO, or investor entry must have these in place:
- Founder Agreement
- Incorporation Documents
- Co-founder Exit Terms
- Shareholders’ Agreement (SHA)
- Cap Table (Equity Structure)
- ESOP Scheme & Agreements
- NDA (Confidentiality Agreements)
- IP Assignment Agreements
- Trademark & IP Registrations
- Employment Agreements
- Offer Letters
- HR Policies
- Terms of Service
- Privacy Policy
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance Documents
- Investor Pitch Deck
- Financial Model & Projections
- Term Sheet (for fundraising)
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