Build Your Business on the Right Legal Foundation
Legal support for entrepreneurs, founders, consultants and professional practices seeking more than registration alone. We assist with business structuring, company formation, personal liability companies, MOIs and foundational legal frameworks designed to support growth, governance and risk management from the outset.
Overview
Starting a business is not simply an administrative process. The legal structure chosen at inception affects liability, internal control, governance, compliance and the long-term sustainability of the enterprise.
This service is designed for clients who want to establish a business properly from the outset, with legal structuring that reflects how the business will actually operate in practice.
Who this is for
- New business owners and entrepreneurs
- Professional practices and incorporated firms
- Consultants, founders and small business owners
- Clients requiring compliant, legally sound formation support
- Existing businesses needing structural review or refinement
What this service aims to achieve
- Clarify the appropriate legal structure for the business
- Reduce avoidable personal liability exposure
- Put foundational governance documents in place
- Support compliant formation and practical implementation
- Create a stronger legal framework for growth and operations
A properly structured business is not built on registration alone, but on a deliberate legal framework that governs liability, control and long-term sustainability.
What This Covers
Our business structuring and start-up support is tailored to the requirements of the particular business model. Depending on scope, this may include the following:
Structuring Advice
Guidance on the appropriate business vehicle, legal form and foundational setup required for the intended operations.
Company Formation
Assistance with company registration, including standard companies and personal liability companies where applicable.
MOI & Governance
Drafting or review of Memoranda of Incorporation and related governance support to ensure the structure is legally coherent.
Foundational Agreements
Founders’ arrangements, internal structuring support and selected business agreements where required as part of setup.
Compliance Alignment
Consideration of relevant legal and compliance requirements, including governance, record-keeping and regulatory exposure.
Practical Legal Framework
A structure designed not only for registration, but for practical operation, decision- making and risk management going forward.
Company Registration
Standard company registration support is available for clients seeking a formal business vehicle for trade, operations and growth. Registration, however, is only one part of the process. The more important question is whether the business has been structured correctly from a legal perspective.
Registration support may include
- Guidance on entity selection
- Preparation and submission support
- Review of whether additional structuring documents are advisable
- Initial legal guidance on the next steps following incorporation
Personal Liability Company
A personal liability company may be appropriate where the business is being established for professional practice purposes or where a more tailored corporate structure is required.
When this may be suitable
- Professional practices requiring incorporated structures
- Businesses needing a more specialised legal vehicle
- Clients requiring custom MOI provisions
Additional legal support available
- Custom MOI drafting
- Governance and control provisions
- Foundational structuring documentation
- Review of practice-specific legal requirements
Pricing
The following packages provide a general indication of fees for business structuring and formation support. Final pricing may vary depending on complexity, scope and whether additional drafting is required.
Starter Structuring Package
Basic entity selection and registration guidance.
Comprehensive Structuring Package
Includes MOI drafting and foundational agreements.
Ongoing Legal & Compliance Support
Monthly advisory and risk oversight.
Pricing may vary depending on the complexity of the structure and the scope of work required.
Book a Consultation
If you are starting a business or reviewing your current structure, a consultation will:
- Identify legal risks in your current setup
- Clarify your liability exposure
- Provide a structured legal roadmap
FAQ
Do you assist with company registrations?
Yes. Assistance is available in relation to standard company registrations and personal liability company structures, depending on the nature of the business.
Is the MOI included?
A custom MOI is not automatically included in every matter unless specifically scoped as part of the package or service required.
Can I consult before proceeding?
Yes. A consultation is advisable where the structure is not straightforward or where you want clarity on liability, governance or compliance before proceeding.
Do you only assist new businesses?
No. Existing businesses may also require restructuring, review of their legal framework, or refinement of their foundational documentation.