Building a startup is a high-stakes journey that requires both speed and accuracy. Every decision made early on—from structuring the company to safeguarding its intellectual property—can have lasting legal and financial impacts. Startups don’t just need legal services; they need strategic legal advice that grows with their business.

At Arifoglu & Partners, we offer comprehensive legal consulting tailored specifically for startups and high-growth companies. We work closely with founders, initial teams, and investors to ensure the legal foundation is solid, scalable, and aligned with business goals. Whether you're testing a product, preparing for a funding round, or entering new markets, we provide end-to-end support that minimizes risks and boosts your chances of long-term success.

Focus Areas

Company Formation (Turkey and International), Founder Arrangements and Equity Splits, Shareholder Agreements, Cap Table Structuring and Maintenance, SAFE Agreements and Convertible Notes, Term Sheets and Investment Rounds, Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs), Intellectual Property Protection and Assignments, Data Protection and Compliance (including GDPR), SaaS and Software Licensing Agreements, E-commerce and Platform Compliance, Employment and Contractor Agreements, NDAs and Commercial Contracts, Due Diligence Preparation, Exit and Acquisition Planning