Business Contracts
What Are Business Contracts?
Business contracts form the legal foundation of every professional relationship. These written agreements define the rights, responsibilities, obligations, liabilities, and commercial expectations between two or more parties. Whether it is a vendor partnership, investment deal, consultancy arrangement, or employment relationship, a well-drafted contract ensures absolute clarity, prevents disputes, and protects your business legally.
At Legato Associates, we draft precise, enforceable, and professionally structured business contracts that minimize risks and ensure compliance with Indian business and commercial laws. Each contract is tailored to your business model, operational requirements, and future vision.
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
A Non-Disclosure Agreement protects confidential business data, trade secrets, designs, strategies, and sensitive information shared during negotiations or collaborations. NDAs help prevent unauthorized sharing, duplication, or misuse of proprietary information.
We draft NDAs that clearly define what constitutes confidential information, duration of confidentiality, penalties for breach, and the obligations of both parties. Our NDAs ensure your intellectual property is fully protected during deals, partnerships, hiring, or product development stages.
Service Level Agreement (SLA)
A Service Level Agreement defines the performance standards, timelines, deliverables, penalties, and expectations between a service provider and client. It ensures smooth workflow and accountability throughout the service.
Our SLAs include detailed KPIs, milestones, uptime requirements, response times, maintenance clauses, and dispute resolution mechanisms. We ensure your SLA protects your business from service failures and guarantees transparent performance metrics.
Franchise Agreement
A Franchise Agreement governs the relationship between franchisor and franchisee, covering brand usage, training, territory, royalty fees, and quality obligations. This agreement forms the backbone of franchise business operations.
We prepare comprehensive franchise agreements that protect brand reputation, standardize operations, and define clear expectations. Our contracts help avoid disputes and ensure a smooth and profitable franchise relationship
Master Service Agreement (MSA)
An MSA outlines the long-term business relationship between parties, covering payment terms, responsibilities, dispute resolution, renewal, and termination clauses. It reduces the need for multiple negotiations.
We draft MSAs that provide flexibility for future projects while protecting your business from risks. Our MSAs ensure both parties operate with mutual clarity and transparency.
Shareholders Agreement
A Shareholders Agreement defines the relationship among a company’s shareholders including voting rights, share transfer rules, exit clauses, dividends, and management roles.
We create shareholder agreements that prevent internal conflicts and secure the interests of founders and investors. These agreements are crucial in startups, SMEs, and growing companies.
Joint Venture Agreement (JV Agreement)
A Joint Venture Agreement outlines the terms between two businesses collaborating for a specific project, sharing resources, profits, and responsibilities.
Our JVs include detailed clauses on governance, finance, exit terms, liabilities, intellectual property usage, and contribution of each party. This ensures smooth collaboration and legal protection.
Founders Agreement
A Founders Agreement aligns co-founders on shareholding structure, roles, responsibilities, vesting schedules, exit terms, and vision.
We help startups avoid co-founder conflicts by drafting strong agreements that protect ownership rights and the long-term growth of the company.
Vendor Agreement
Vendor Agreements govern the procurement of goods or services and help avoid disputes over quality, payment, logistics, or delivery.
We prepare vendor contracts with clear terms for pricing, refund policy, warranty, replacement, delivery timelines, and performance obligations.
Consultancy Agreement
A Consultancy Agreement defines the scope of work, timelines, compensation, confidentiality, and deliverables between a consultant and client.
We create consultancy contracts that eliminate ambiguity and ensure professional accountability throughout the engagement.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
An MoU represents the initial understanding between parties before signing a formal contract. It outlines framework, objectives, and expectations.
We draft MoUs that define cooperation terms clearly to prevent misunderstandings during later negotiations.
Succession Certificate
A Succession Certificate authorizes legal heirs to inherit debts, securities, and movable assets of a deceased person.
We assist in drafting required applications and supporting documents, ensuring a smooth legal process in succession matters.
Scope of Work Agreement (SOW)
A Scope of Work Agreement clarifies project deliverables, milestones, timeline, responsibilities, and reporting standards.
We prepare SOWs that define every detail precisely to prevent project delays, disputes, or output mismatches.
Share Purchase Agreement (SPA)
A Share Purchase Agreement formalizes the purchase or sale of shares between an investor and existing shareholder.
Our SPAs cover pricing, valuation, warranties, indemnities, closing conditions, and compliance to secure both buyer and seller.
Relinquishment Deed
A Relinquishment Deed is used when a legal heir voluntarily gives up their rights in a property.
We draft legally valid relinquishment deeds that ensure smooth transfer of property rights while preventing future disputes
Legal Heir Certificate
(Already covered under Legal Documents — but included for completeness.)
We assist in drafting and guiding heirship documentation required for government authorities.
Trade License Agreements
A Trade License document is required for businesses operating within city limits to ensure compliance with local municipal laws.
We draft trade license documentation and compliance formats that help business owners avoid penalties and delays.
Non-Compete Agreement
A Non-Compete Agreement prevents employees, partners, or vendors from engaging in competing activities for a specific duration or region.
We draft strong, enforceable non-compete agreements to protect your business from competition risks and data leakage.
Finance Agreement
A Finance Agreement defines terms for loans, funding, repayment schedules, security, interest rates, and default clauses.
Our finance agreements are drafted to safeguard lenders and borrowers, ensuring transparent financial dealings
Why Choose Us ?
Expert Legal Team
Our trademark division is led by experienced IP lawyers with a proven track record of successful registrations and objections.
Complete Transparency
We provide clear, step-by-step guidance and keep you updated throughout the registration and approval process.
Strong Legal Protection
Every application is drafted with legal precision, reducing chances of objections and strengthening your IP rights.
National & International Filing
From India to the USA and Madrid Protocol countries, we handle global trademark registrations seamlessly.
End-to-End Support
Search, filing, objection reply, opposition filing, renewal—everything under one roof.
Fast & Hassle-Free Process
We ensure timely filing, follow-ups, and compliance with all trademark regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, every contract drafted by us follows the Indian Contract Act and relevant commercial laws.
Absolutely. Every contract is custom-built for your operational needs.
We guide you with legal remedies, notices, claims, and dispute resolution processes.
Yes, we specialize in drafting agreements for startups, SMEs, corporates, and enterprises.
Most contracts are delivered within 24–48 hours depending on complexity.