MDG Professional: Guiding Emerging Businesses & High-Growth Start-Ups to Success

MDG Professional understands the unique legal challenges and opportunities faced by emerging businesses and high-growth start-ups. We act as your in-house legal team, providing proactive, practical advice tailored to your specific needs.

Our goal is to help you navigate the complexities of the legal landscape and achieve your business objectives.

We offer a full-service approach, with lawyers from various practice areas (employment, litigation, corporate, property) collaborating to address all legal aspects of your business.

Our Emerging Companies Services Include:

• Business Formation & Structuring: Choosing the right legal structure to optimize your business for growth.

• Initial Funding & Growth: Securing funding through various avenues (venture capital, angel investors, loans).

• Intellectual Property Protection: Protecting your brand, innovations, and creative assets.

• Employee Share Options: Designing and implementing employee share option schemes to attract and retain talent.

• Technology Licensing: Licensing your technology to generate revenue and expand your reach.

• Data Protection & Information Law: Ensuring compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations.

• Collaboration & Research Agreements: Establishing clear agreements for collaborations and research partnerships.

• Further Investment & Exits: Preparing for subsequent investment rounds and potential exit strategies.

• Employment & HR: Managing employment relationships effectively and complying with labor laws.

• Commercial Property: Navigating commercial property leases, purchases, and sales.

• Mergers & Acquisitions: Facilitating mergers and acquisitions to accelerate growth.

• Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Protecting your interests in commercial disputes.

Founders’ Agreements: A Critical Foundation for Success

We understand that most start-ups are collaborative ventures, and disagreements can arise even with the best intentions. A well-drafted founders’ agreement is crucial to minimizing conflict and ensuring long-term success.

Key Elements of a Founders’ Agreement:

• Agreed Initial Strategy: Define roles, responsibilities, and the overall direction of the business.

• Appoint Advisors: Seek guidance from experienced lawyers and accountants who understand your industry.

• Written Agreements: Document key agreements related to IP, equity, decision-making, director service contracts, and employee contracts.

Think of these agreements as an investment that will pay dividends down the line. Contact MDG Professional today to discuss your needs and build a strong legal foundation for your emerging business.