Law Questions
Law Questions
Commonly asked legal questions
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Written by Ashley Oshima and Sriyanka Nakarmi
GDPR and Privacy Policy
Written by Ashley Oshima. Updated over a week ago
“Part-time” Employment under HK Law.
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
When is an individual likely to be self-employed under UK law?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Why is it important to know if an individual is employed or self-employed under UK law.
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Which types of employees are not covered by the Employment Ordinance in Hong Kong?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is continuous contract in Hong Kong?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How to terminate an employee during probationary period in Hong Kong?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Can the name of the company be changed after incorporation of the company in Hong Kong?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Is there a stamp duty for allotment or transfer of shares for a Hong Kong company?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What are the different types of business entities in Hong Kong?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What documents does Zegal have in relation to borrowing?
Written by Ashley Oshima. Updated over a week ago
What language can a company name be registered in Hong Kong?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How to start hiring employees in Singapore?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is the difference between an LLP and a general partnership?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is an LLP form of business in Singapore.
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Employee stock option program (ESOP) — When and How to go about it?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
CPF Question (Singapore): I have a new employee, he just got his PR less than 2 years. How to calculate the same.
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is a Shareholder’s Agreement?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Is a Shareholder’s Agreement different from the Company’s constitution?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Can I use the same name for a business and a company in Singapore?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Can I convert my sole-proprietorship to a company in Singapore?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Can the sole director be the sole shareholder of the company in Singapore?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is Singapore company’s requirements for reducing Singapore company’s share capital?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Does Singapore company need to notify the increase in the authorized capital?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How can a person transfer ownership of a Singaporean company?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is the best way to formalize a partnership with potential partners and co-founders?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
If I want to start a business with 5-10 employees, how should I structure my business?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Indemnity clause and hold harmless clause
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Client Question: Which document should I use for the type of contract a platform like Amazon signs with every product/service provider they promote on their market place?
Written by Ashley Oshima. Updated over a week ago
What is the minimum capital of a company? When should the capital be fully paid up?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Partnership Agreements and Business Collaboration Agreements
An overview of Partnership Agreements and Business Collaboration Agreements and when to use them.Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Can I link a blog from someone else to my website?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Which jurisdiction should I choose for my website?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
I'm an Executive Director, do I need to sign an employment contract?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How does a Convertible Note work?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Do I need a Chinese-Language Trade Mark?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is a Trade Mark?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What is the difference between Trade Mark Registration and Company Registration?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Important details to know before getting a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE).
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Should a word and logo be registered together as a single trade mark or separately as individual trade marks?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Can the Subcontractor issue another agreement to us, the main contractor? I'm the current main contractor but my subcontractor is issuing me with another agreement for us to sign with different and new terms?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How do I raise finance through a Convertible Note?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Is it possible to Vest Shares using milestones other than time?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
When can I use the symbols TM and R?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How do I reward my team with shares or equity?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How does a Share Vesting Agreement work?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Who should sign a Shareholders' Agreement or a Founders' Agreement?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
I am doing an NDA with a not for profit organisation, it is however not a choice in at Zegal app. Does it matter for legal purposes to call a non profit a company?
Written by Ashley Oshima. Updated over a week ago
What should I choose - Share Options or Share Vesting?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What are preferred shares? How do I issue preferred shares?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
Why is there a Website Terms of Use and Mobile App Terms of Use?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How do I prevent Clients from directly contacting a Manufacturer I have sourced myself?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How Many Shares Should I Give to My Investors?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
What Is the Minimum Capital of a Company? When Should the Capital Be Fully Paid Up?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago
How do I issue shares?
Written by Sriyanka Nakarmi. Updated over a week ago