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Investment Support for Investors

Your capital deserves counsel that sits on your side of the table.

We advise investors, not just founders. Due diligence that actually uncovers risk. Transaction documentation that protects your position. Advisory that understands how you evaluate deals because we have been across that table hundreds of times.

₹800Cr+

Deal Value Advised

2000+

Startups Served

180+

Investors Served

11 Yrs

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    The Challenge

    The blind spots in investor-side legal work

    ⚠ The Gap

    Most investors rely on investee company’s lawyers for transaction documentation. That is like asking the opposing team's coach to review your game plan. The incentives are misaligned from the start.

    Standard investor documentation often misses critical protections. Anti-dilution mechanics that do not actually protect you. Information rights that expire when you need them most. Exit provisions that sound good on paper but have no enforcement mechanism. These gaps do not surface until it is too late to fix them.

    ✓ Our Approach

    We represent investors. That is not a sideline for us. It is a core practice area. We have advised 180+ investors directly, from first-time angels to institutional funds, and we understand what actually matters when capital is at risk.

    Our investor advisory covers three phases: the diligence that tells you whether to invest, the documentation that protects you once you do, and the ongoing governance that ensures your rights are respected throughout the life of the investment.

    Investor Advisory Services

    Three practice areas.
    One investor lifecycle.

    Due diligence, transaction documentation, and advisory. Each phase builds on the last to create comprehensive investor protection.

    • 01

      Due Diligence for Investors

      The Gap: Relying on the company's disclosures without independent verification.

      Financial, legal, commercial, and governance assessment conducted independently. We review corporate records, contracts, litigation history, compliance status, IP ownership, and cap table integrity. Our DD reports flag what matters and quantify what it costs to fix.

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    • 02

      Transaction Documents

      The Gap: Template investment docs that protect the drafter, not the investor.

      Term sheets drafted from the investor's perspective. Subscription agreements with clear capital call mechanics. Shareholders agreements with governance provisions, exit protections, and anti-dilution that actually works. Side letters for bespoke terms. Every document stress-tested against downside scenarios.

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      Investment Transaction Advisory

      The Gap: Legal advice disconnected from commercial deal dynamics.

      Deal structuring, valuation assessment, negotiation strategy, and closing coordination. We understand the commercial dynamics behind every legal provision because we have seen hundreds of these transactions play out. That context makes our advice genuinely useful at the negotiation table.

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    How We Work

    Deliberate by design.

    We are not structured for volume. We are structured for outcomes.

    Deal Screening

    We review the opportunity, the stage, the existing cap table, and the governance framework. Quick assessment of whether the deal warrants deeper diligence.

    Independent Diligence

    Comprehensive review of financial, legal, and governance dimensions. Structured DD report with severity-mapped findings and actionable recommendations.

    Term Negotiation

    Transaction documents drafted or reviewed from your perspective. Negotiation support that balances protection with deal viability.

    Close & Governance

    Investment executed, compliance filed, governance framework established. Post-investment reporting and monitoring structure set up.

    TESTIMONIALS

    Clients Perspective

    Mr. Vatsa Vakil

    Mr. Vatsa Vakil

    Managing Partner at Helix Capital

    I’ve worked with The Startup Gig across multiple investments now, and they’ve become my go-to legal team. They understand exactly how I evaluate deals, anticipate issues before I even raise them, and handle negotiations with a great balance of firmness and practicality. Having that consistency across deals is incredibly valuable.

    Harish Menon

    Harish Menon

    Co-Founder - House of Alpha

    The more deals we’ve done together, the smoother the process has become. They understand my risk appetite, my negotiation style, and what I care about in a deal. That familiarity makes every new transaction significantly easier.

    Nimesh Kampani

    Nimesh Kampani

    Founding Partner- 108 Capital

    Having known Pooja for a while and having seen her work up close, I can say they operate with a high degree of professionalism and consistency.

    Their ability to navigate transactions, simplify complex issues, and support founders effectively reflects the kind of legal partner startups truly need.

    Mr. Dhiraj Gambhire

    Mr. Dhiraj Gambhire

    Pharma Physician-Scientist

    Setting up and scaling in India meant dealing with multiple layers of legal work, especially around contracts and compliance. The Startup Gig supported us across a wide spectrum of agreements, ensuring everything was structured, consistent, and aligned with our global standards.

    What stood out was their responsiveness and ability to keep up with our pace as a growing company. For an overseas founder, that kind of reliable execution is invaluable.

    Mr. Gokul Prakash

    Mr. Gokul Prakash

    Chief Executive Officer at Lamberton Power

    We engaged The Startup Gig to help structure a joint venture in the sustainable energy space, and their approach went far beyond standard legal support.

    They brought a strong understanding of both the commercial objectives and the regulatory landscape, helping us design a structure that was not only compliant but also aligned with our long-term goals. Their ability to anticipate issues and navigate negotiations made them a valuable partner in the process.

    Mr. Dushyant Kothari

    Mr. Dushyant Kothari

    Founder & CEO, Hyurja Fuel Systems Private Limited

    We engaged The Startup Gig during a critical phase of our funding round, and their support made a tangible difference in getting the transaction closed.

    From handling documentation to actively supporting negotiations, they were hands-on, responsive, and solution-oriented throughout. Their ability to balance investor expectations with our interests helped move the deal forward smoothly.

    Mr. Faizan Ayubi

    Mr. Faizan Ayubi

    Co-Founder and CEO at Trackier

    What impressed us was their ability to deliver a full set of agreements within strict timelines while maintaining attention to detail.

    It’s rare to find a team that combines speed with precision so effectively.

    Mr. Nimeet Dhokai

    Mr. Nimeet Dhokai

    Co-Founder @ Happi Planet

    In the FMCG space, trademarks are not just legal assets—they are the foundation of the brand. There is absolutely no room for error.

    The Startup Gig handled 30+ trademark applications for us with remarkable precision and consistency. Their process was structured, efficient, and gave us complete confidence that every filing was done right.

    Mr. Omkar Magar

    Mr. Omkar Magar

    Sr. Software Developer

    As a first-time founder raising a substantial round, the process felt overwhelming at times. What truly stood out was how personally involved Pooja ma’am was throughout.

    No matter how many questions I had—even repetitive ones—she took the time to explain every detail with patience and clarity. That level of handholding gave me immense confidence.

    The Startup Gig didn’t just help us close the round—they made the entire journey smooth and far less stressful.

    Mr. Aum Deshpande

    Mr. Aum Deshpande

    Founder, Armor

    We onboarded The Startup Gig compliance team after a frustrating experience with our previous partners, and the difference was evident from day one.

    The handover was incredibly smooth, despite the volume and complexity of our transactions as a consumer electronics brand. Given the scale we operate at, even small errors can lead to serious GST and TDS implications—and we had already faced that earlier.

    With The Startup Gig, everything feels structured, accurate, and finally under control. We’re now on the right track.

    Mr. Ninad Saraf

    Mr. Ninad Saraf

    Founder @ Ultramotiv

    We had initially onboarded another firm for our funding compliance, but the experience was disappointing—they were expensive and assigned extremely junior associates to critical parts of our transaction, which made us feel like we weren’t a priority.

    With The Startup Gig, the difference was immediate. The founder herself was actively involved, which gave us confidence that there was real oversight and no scope for error. Their secretarial team handled the compliance aspects efficiently and seamlessly.

    For a startup, having an integrated legal and compliance team like this is invaluable.

    Mr. Tanmay

    Mr. Tanmay

    Co-Founder & CEO @ BAAS Technologies

    In a sector like aerospace, where transactions are complex and stakes are high, speed usually comes at the cost of precision. The Startup Gig proved otherwise.

    They helped us close our term sheet at lightning speed while ensuring every detail was thoroughly thought through. Their ability to move fast without compromising on quality made a real difference in maintaining deal momentum.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Insuretech and Reinsurance

    We’ve been working with The Startup Gig for over three years now, and the experience has been consistently seamless.

    As an insurtech company based out of Dubai, we needed a team that could understand our evolving requirements and support us reliably over time—and they’ve done exactly that.

    At this point, we genuinely cannot think of working with any other law firm.

    Prachi Diwakar

    Prachi Diwakar

    Angel Investor

    Negotiating with founders can be tricky—you want protection without derailing the relationship. The Startup Gig handled this balance exceptionally well. They pushed for the right safeguards while keeping the conversation constructive. That’s a rare skill.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Disha Shah

    AVP @ Alphatron Capital

    As we began evaluating opportunities in India, we were looking for legal counsel that could combine local expertise with global standards—and TheStartupGig delivered exactly that.

    Their diligence was thorough, structured, and highly actionable, whether we were assessing direct startup investments or commitments into other funds. What stood out was their ability to contextualize legal risks within the Indian regulatory landscape while keeping our global investment framework intact.

    They’ve become a trusted partner as we expand our footprint in India.

    Suma Monde Kapital Partners

    Suma Monde Kapital Partners

    As a fund evaluating and executing investments in India, we needed legal partners who could operate at institutional standards while navigating local complexities. TheStartupGig delivered exactly that.

    Their diligence was comprehensive, their advice commercially grounded, and their ability to support both direct investments and fund-level commitments was particularly valuable. They’ve become a reliable extension of our team for India.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Mr. prateek Gupta

    Founder THW-The Healthy World | Founder Desi Farms | Founder Laxmi Industries

    Operating in the agritech space means working with a diverse set of stakeholders—core team, on-ground operators, and long-term partners. Designing an ESOP that fairly aligned everyone was critical for us.

    TheStartupGig helped us structure and implement our ESOP in a way that was both practical and scalable. They simplified a complex process, ensured compliance, and helped us create a plan that truly incentivizes long-term value creation.

    Ms. Kareena Singh

    Ms. Kareena Singh

    Co-Founder at Bnwwear

    As a first-time founder raising my first round in the fashion space, I had a lot of questions and uncertainties. TheStartupGig didn’t just handle the legal work—they guided me through the entire process with patience and clarity.

    From explaining terms to negotiating with investors and closing the documentation, they made what felt overwhelming much more manageable. I genuinely felt supported at every step.

    "The best investor protection is not a longer agreement. It is counsel that understands what actually needs protecting."

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Things worth knowing

    Why do investors need separate legal counsel?
    Because the company's lawyers represent the company's interests, not yours. In any negotiation, the party without independent counsel accepts terms designed by the other side. Separate counsel ensures your rights, protections, and economics are properly structured.
    What does investor-side due diligence cover?
    Our investor DD covers corporate structure and governance, contract review, litigation and dispute history, regulatory compliance, IP ownership, financial analysis, tax compliance, and cap table verification. We deliver a structured report with severity-mapped findings.
    Do you advise both angel investors and institutional funds?
    Yes. We advise the full spectrum from first-time angels to serial investors, family offices, and institutional venture funds. The complexity varies, but the principle is the same: your capital deserves independent counsel.
    Can you help with co-investment structures?
    Yes. We advise on co-investment vehicles, SPV structures, and syndicate arrangements. This includes documentation, governance, and compliance for pooled investment structures.
    How do you handle conflicts if you also advise founders?
    Simple. We never represent both sides of the same transaction. If we advise a founder on their company, we will not advise an investor investing in that same company. And vice versa. Transparency and conflict management are foundational to how we practice.

    Your next investment deserves counsel that's been across this table before.

    180+ investors served. We understand what matters when capital is at risk.

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