Co-Founder Agreement
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What is a Co-Founder Agreement?
A Co-Founder Agreement is a legal contract that outlines the roles, responsibilities, equity ownership, and decision-making rights of startup co-founders. It helps prevent conflicts, ensures clarity from the start, and protects the business as it grows.
This agreement is crucial for early-stage startups—especially before raising funds, incorporating, or launching a product.
📜 Service Description
A legally drafted Co-Founder Agreement by Vakilify typically includes:
Founder Roles & Responsibilities – Who handles what: tech, marketing, ops, etc.
Equity Split & Vesting Schedule – Fair distribution with time-based vesting
Capital Contributions – Cash, IP, or services committed by each founder
Decision-Making & Voting Rights – How key decisions are made
IP Assignment – Transfer of all intellectual property to the company
Exit & Buyout Clauses – What happens if a founder leaves
Non-Compete & Confidentiality – Protection for business and trade secrets
Dispute Resolution – Mediation/arbitration process to resolve conflicts
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Co-Founder Agreement
🏛 Laws Governing Co-Founder Agreements in India
Your agreement will be compliant with:
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Companies Act, 2013 (if incorporated)
IPR Laws – Copyright, Trademark & Patent transfers
Startup India Guidelines (if applicable)
Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996 (for dispute resolution)
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