A company constitution is a vital legal document outlining the rules, governance, and management structures of a business. For startups, having a customized company constitution is crucial to ensure smooth operations and prevent disputes among shareholders. At Bolter, we emphasize the
Starting your startup
We get it. Starting your own business can be daunting. While you are juggling planning your business and trying to get it off the ground, getting the right legal support team in place is probably the furthest task from your mind. But, it’s actually really important. Getting your legal business
Startup Checklist
Starting out is not easy. Here is our startup checklist to help get your ducks in a row: Preparing a business plan – this is a really important document to flesh out your ideas, the market, and strategise how you will keep your business afloat in the first few years. Your business strategy
Tax Tips for Startups
Tax. It can be a stressful time, particularly at the end of the financial year. Unless you are a tax accountant, sorting out your taxes can seem like a monumental and overwhelming task. As most startup owners are not tax experts, there is a significant risk of making a mistake when first starting
The importance of business structuring
The legal structure of a business can take a variety of forms. Deciding the appropriate business structure takes some thought and consideration as it is a decision that can impact you personally. The most common types of legal structures are companies, companies with trusts, incorporated
What is a Shareholders’ Agreement?
A Shareholders’ Agreement is a legal document which outlines the rights and obligations of a company’s shareholders. When a proprietary company is first registered, the company issues shares to its shareholders (its owners) as well as appointing directors of the company. A shareholder is an owner of