Founders Agreement for Startups and Co-Founders
Secure Co-Founder Roles, Equity, and Exit Terms with a Legally Enforceable Agreement
A Founders Agreement is a critical legal document that defines the roles, responsibilities, shareholding, and decision-making structure among startup co-founders. It outlines capital contributions, equity vesting schedules, intellectual property rights, and mechanisms for resolving disputes—ensuring clarity and alignment from the outset.
At Consult Your Counsel, we draft legally sound, startup-friendly Founders Agreements tailored to your business model, growth goals, and future fundraising plans—helping you establish a strong and dispute-free foundation for your venture.
Why You Need a Founders Agreement
- Clearly define ownership structure, equity distribution, and capital contributions
- Assign individual roles, responsibilities, and decision-making authority
- Protect the startup’s intellectual property and confidential information
- Establish equity vesting terms, transfer restrictions, and lock-in periods
- Prevent disputes during exits, termination, or investment negotiations
- Enhance investor confidence with documented founder alignment
Key Clauses in a Founders Agreement
- Designation of Roles and Responsibilities of Each Co-Founder
- Capital Contribution and Shareholding Structure
- Voting Rights, Decision-Making, and Deadlock Resolution
- Intellectual Property Ownership and Confidentiality Clauses
- Equity Vesting Schedules and Lock-in Provisions
- Exit Mechanisms, Buy-Out Options, and Termination Terms
- Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Clauses
- Fundraising, Dilution Rights, and Future Financing Terms
Documents Required
- PAN, Aadhaar, or Passport of All Co-Founders
- Startup Pitch Deck or Business Plan (if available)
- Cap Table or Proposed Shareholding Structure
- Incorporation Certificate and Founding Documents (if registered)
- Role Designation and Title for Each Founder
Our Process
- You share your startup structure, founder roles, and equity division
- We assess legal, commercial, and strategic requirements
- A custom Founders Agreement is drafted and reviewed
- Final agreement delivered in a legally executable format
- Post-delivery support provided for edits or clarifications
Why Choose Consult Your Counsel
- Startup-focused, founder-first legal drafting
- Legally robust agreements tailored to your vision and model
- Risk mitigation through enforceable, dispute-proof clauses
- Transparent pricing and timely delivery
- 100% online process with nationwide service
Make Every Founders Agreement Future-Proof with Consult Your Counsel.
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Start drafting your Founders Agreement with Consult Your Counsel today. A clear, comprehensive agreement builds trust, protects equity and ensures long-term alignment between co-founders.