Company Formation
Company formation work focuses on selecting the appropriate business vehicle, preparing incorporation documents, and advising on valuation and governance. We evaluate how entity choice affects tax reporting, supporter preferences and contractual flexibility, enabling entrepreneurs to choose a structure that supports their short- and medium-term objectives.
Our process includes drafting constitution or partner’ agreements, outlining voting arrangements, and documenting founders’ responsibilities. We aim to minimize future friction by clarifying rights and obligations from the outset, while keeping documentation proportional to the stage and funding scenario of the business.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory compliance services assess applicable licensing, reporting obligations and sector-specific requirements. We produce a compliance checklist tailored to your operations and advise on practical controls to maintain adherence to Singapore statutes and regulations.
- Drafted a regulatory checklist and implementation plan for fintech and professional services clients
- Tailored corporate structuring to align legal form with operational and tax considerations in Singapore.
- Practical compliance roadmaps for regulators, licenses and ongoing statutory filing obligations.
Durora provides focused legal support for entrepreneurs selecting an optimal business model. We assess liability exposure, tax implications and supporter-readiness to recommend structures that match growth plans. Our approach balances regulatory compliance with operational flexibility so founders can prioritise execution while legal foundations are methodically established.
Contracts & Agreements
When advising on contracts, Durora emphasises clarity, risk allocation and enforceability. We draft and review commercial agreements, terms of service, supplier contracts and partner arrangements to reduce ambiguity and prevent disputes. Each document is designed to reflect your business objectives while incorporating practical dispute-avoidance mechanics.
Contract drafting that reduces operational friction and supports funding and partnership negotiations.
Our contract reviews include a risk summary and suggested amendments that are prioritised by impact and likelihood. We also prepare bespoke templates entrepreneurs can reuse as their operations scale, ensuring consistency across engagements and lowering transactional legal costs over time.
Employment and Contractor Arrangements
Regulatory compliance in Singapore requires ongoing attention. Durora advises on licencing, reporting cycles and sector-specific regulatory requirements relevant to fintech, e-commerce, professional services and other common startup sectors.
We map regulatory touchpoints to operational processes so your team understands when and how legal obligations arise. This reduces the chance of inadvertent non-compliance and supports predictable business operations.
Practical compliance mapping for day-to-day operations.
In addition to initial licensing guidance, Durora assists with periodic filings, corporate governance updates and communications with regulatory authorities when required. Our goal is to keep compliance proportionate to risk while maintaining transparency with stakeholders.
Intellectual Property and Data
Intellectual property protection is a strategic asset for many startups. Durora advises on activity strategy, IP ownership in employment and contractor arrangements, and practical steps to protect confidential information.
We help implement IP assignment clauses, non-disclosure agreements and internal policies that preserve ownership and reduce the likelihood of future disputes. Our guidance is tailored to preserve commercial value while being operationally feasible.
Dispute Avoidance and Resolution
Commitment transactions require careful alignment of legal terms with business realities. Durora supports founders through convertible instruments, ownership rounds and supporter documentation with an emphasis on clarity and future-proofing.
- Term sheet review and negotiation support with focus on governance and dilution mechanics.
- Drafting of subscription agreements, partner’ agreements and convertible note documentation.
- Advice on supporter rights, vesting schedules and exit-related provisions to align incentives.
Our approach to funding documents emphasises transparent allocation of rights and obligations so founders retain operational control consistent with supporter expectations. We also prepare clear founder-friendly schedules and work with tax advisers when structural tax considerations arise.
Ongoing Advisory and Training
Employment and contractor arrangements are a frequent source of legal exposure. Durora drafts contracts that set clear IP ownership, confidentiality obligations and termination processes appropriate for startups and small businesses.
We advise on employment practices compliant with Singapore regulations, including fair hiring documentation and policies that reduce risk while supporting team growth and flexibility.
