What is the first legal document a startup at T-Hub should have?

The most critical first document is a well-drafted Founders' Agreement. This agreement clarifies roles, responsibilities, equity ownership, vesting schedules, and exit clauses among the co-founders. It prevents future disputes and is a document that investors will almost always ask to see. We specialize in drafting comprehensive founders' agreements.

How do we structure an ESOP pool for our early employees at our T-Hub startup?

Structuring an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) involves setting aside a percentage of your company's equity (typically 5-15% at an early stage) for employees. You need to create a formal ESOP scheme document, get it approved by your board and shareholders, and ensure the grant, vesting, and exercise of options comply with the Companies Act, 2013. We can guide you through this entire process.

What is a SAFE note and should we use it for early funding in India?

A SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) note is an instrument where an investor provides capital in exchange for the right to receive equity at a future funding round. While popular in the US, the equivalent instrument in India is an iSAFE (India Simple Agreement for Future Equity) note, which is structured as compulsorily convertible preference shares (CCPS) to comply with Indian regulations. They are excellent for raising pre-seed or seed rounds quickly. We can advise on and draft iSAFE agreements.

As a deep-tech startup in T-Hub, how do we protect our core technology?

For deep-tech startups, protecting your core technology is vital. This involves a multi-pronged IP strategy: filing for patents for novel inventions, registering copyrights for your source code, and using strong non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with employees, consultants, and partners. We help you build a robust IP portfolio that becomes a valuable asset for your company.

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