Emerging Companies
Today’s Asia-based startups and emerging companies operate in a unique business and legal environment that requires sophisticated and customized legal solutions. Our team is passionate about supporting startups and emerging companies with practical and tactical advice.
WHY US?
Experienced and Committed
Our team has been working with Hong Kong-based startups/emerging companies and entrepreneurs since the earliest days of the development of Hong Kong’s fast-growing startup ecosystem. Startups/emerging companies and entrepreneurs bring innovative ideas, products and services to the market, and need to focus on developing and iterating their offerings, building their teams and growing their businesses. We help to fill in the gap where clients may lack the experience, expertise or resources necessary to navigate legal and operational issues that come with running new and growing businesses.
We are committed to delivering TRUE VALUE as a trusted and valued partner at each step of the client’s business lifecycle, from the company formation stage all the way to strategic exits. Startups/emerging companies and entrepreneurs look to CPC Legal to advise on various aspects of their ventures, including:
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entity formation and capitalization
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group restructurings
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drafting foundational documents (shareholders agreements, operating agreements, founder agreements)
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onboarding senior and key personnel
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crafting incentive compensation schemes and providing employment law advice
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corporate governance
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early-stage financings and other equity or debt financings
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mergers & acquisitions
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strategic alliances
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commercial transactions
We also advise and represent venture capital or startup funds on their investments in emerging companies.
WHY US?
Diverse Industries
We represent companies of all sizes in a diverse collection of industries, including:
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MedTech
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Biotechnology
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Food and Beverage / Hospitality
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Software-as-a-Service
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Insurance
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Consumer Products
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E-sports
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Fashion
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Telecommunications
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Finance
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Events
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Fintech
There is no one-size-fits-all solution in life or in business. CPC Legal’s lawyers understand that startups/emerging companies and entrepreneurs need advice that is informed by a deep understanding of their business and industry. Our lawyers have practiced globally for over two decades, which enhances our ability to service clients in today’s international deal environment with sophisticated and bespoke solutions to each client’s unique issues.
EXAMPLES OF
OUR WORK
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Advising venture capital funds on portfolio investments;
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Advising startups in structuring and negotiating early-stage funding rounds, including drafting SAFEs, equity financing subscription agreements, etc.;
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Advising startups on merger & acquisitions;
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Advising startups on corporate governance, including drafting shareholders agreements;
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Advising startups on corporate restructuring, including establishment of holding company and restructuring group companies;
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Drafting and negotiating key commercial contracts for startups to protect business interests; and
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Advising startups on employment law matters, including drafting of stock option plans.