We handle the legal,
you focus on the build
While you focus on getting your product into the world, we take care of the legal foundations. From shareholder agreements to GDPR compliance, our legal team helps startups like yours move fast without legal uncertainty. With us in your corner, you can stay agile, raise investment with confidence, and protect what you’re building.
Keeping your startup legally sound
Building something new means operating in uncharted territory, and that’s where legal issues can surface unexpectedly. Whether it’s managing your first hires, safeguarding your IP, or preparing for a funding round, we help you put the right structures in place early.
How our startup lawyers
can help you grow
Founders' agreements & equity splits
Set clear terms between co-founders to avoid disputes later, covering ownership, vesting, decision-making, and exits.
Data protection & UK GDPR compliance
We’ll guide you through what’s required (and what’s not), helping you stay compliant as you build with data.
Intellectual property protection
Protect your codebase, brand, and product assets early, before you scale or speak to investors.
Contracts with freelancers & suppliers
From dev teams to marketing agencies, we help you draft clear, fair terms that protect your budget and IP.
Investor-ready legal documents
We’ll prepare or review your term sheets, shareholder agreements, and company structure to support your next round.
Employment law for first hires
Create compliant contracts, define probation periods, and set policies that scale with your team.
Platform terms & privacy policies
Launch with confidence knowing your T&Cs, cookies, and privacy policies are legally sound and user-friendly.
Debt, disputes & early-stage risk
We’re here if things go wrong too—from chasing unpaid invoices to resolving co-founder disagreements.
Commercial terms & service agreements
Whether you're onboarding your first clients or scaling a SaaS product, we draft and review contracts that set clear expectations and reduce future disputes.
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Why businesses
choose Lawyerlink
“Clear advice, fast turnaround, and genuinely commercial thinking. A far better experience than traditional firms.”
"Easy to work with from the outset. Their clear advice and straightforward approach make legal support feel simple and efficient."
"Lawyerlink has changed how our business operates. Their practical, affordable legal support gives us clarity and confidence, and makes it easier to deal with issues as they arise."
"From my first enquiry through to regular updates, Lawyerlink has been professional, informative, and quick to respond. A genuine asset to the business."
"As a founder, affordable legal support can be hard to find. Lawyerlink was responsive, easy to work with, and genuinely supportive throughout."
Download our practical
startup playbook
Our startup lawyers have created a practical guide to help entrepreneurs build strong legal foundations from day one.
