Legal Checklist for Indian Startups: Avoid These Common Mistakes
Starting a new business in India is exciting, but legal compliance is often overlooked by early-stage startups. A small mistake today can lead to penalties, disputes, or even business closure in the future. Here’s a quick legal checklist every Indian startup should follow: 1. Business Registration Choose the right structure for your startup: Private Limited Company – best for funding and scaling LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) – simple and flexible Sole Proprietorship – easy for small businesses Failing to register correctly can limit growth and invite legal risks . 2. Intellectual Property Protection Your brand name, logo, and product designs are valuable assets. Protect them by: Registering trademarks for your brand Filing copyrights for original content and software Considering patents if you have a unique invention 3. Drafting Contracts & Agreements Verbal promises are risky. Always have written contracts for: Founders’ ag...