Practice Area

Business & Corporate Law

Tonnie Kariuki Law prepares professionally drafted business and corporate legal documents for entrepreneurs, startups, investors, private companies and established businesses worldwide. From company formation through investment, governance, expansion and restructuring, we provide customized legal documentation designed to protect your interests and support your commercial objectives.

Business and Corporate Law

Professional Business Legal Documents

Business relationships depend upon clear, carefully drafted legal documents. Whether you are starting a new company, bringing in investors, entering into a joint venture, purchasing a business or expanding internationally, professionally prepared documentation helps define expectations, allocate responsibilities and reduce legal risk. Tonnie Kariuki Law prepares customized business and corporate legal documents designed to support long-term commercial success.

Tailored For Your Business

Every business operates differently. Rather than relying on generic templates, every agreement is drafted specifically for your transaction, business structure, commercial objectives and industry requirements. The result is documentation that is practical, internally consistent and designed to protect your interests.

Company Formation

• Articles of Incorporation • Articles of Organization • Certificate of Formation • Memorandum of Association • Articles of Association • Company Constitution • Corporate Bylaws • Organizational Resolutions • Share Certificates • Register of Members • Corporate Record Books • Business Formation Documentation

Founders & Ownership

• Founders' Agreement • Operating Agreement • Shareholders' Agreement • Partnership Agreement • Limited Partnership Agreement • LLP Agreement • Buy-Sell Agreement • Joint Venture Agreement • Equity Allocation Agreement • Founder Vesting Agreement • Ownership Transfer Agreement • Capital Contribution Agreement

Corporate Governance Documents

• Board Resolutions • Shareholder Resolutions • Board Minutes • Annual Meeting Minutes • Written Consents • Corporate Governance Charter • Corporate Governance Policy • Corporate Compliance Manual • Director Appointment Letter • Director Resignation Letter • Officer Appointment Documentation • Committee Charters

Internal Corporate Documentation

• Share Register • Register of Directors • Register of Members • Capitalization Table • Stock Option Plan • Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) • Corporate Policies • Code of Conduct • Conflict of Interest Policy • Risk Management Policy • Delegation of Authority Policy • Corporate Record Book

Business Agreements

• Service Agreement • Supply Agreement • Distribution Agreement • Agency Agreement • Franchise Agreement • Licensing Agreement • Manufacturing Agreement • Procurement Agreement • Vendor Agreement • Customer Agreement • Consultancy Agreement • Independent Contractor Agreement

Commercial Risk Management

• Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) • Confidentiality Agreement • Non-Compete Agreement • Non-Solicitation Agreement • Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) • Heads of Terms • Letter of Intent (LOI) • Assignment Agreement • Novation Agreement • Amendment Agreement • Settlement Agreement • Release Agreement

Investment Documents

• Investment Agreement • Subscription Agreement • Share Subscription Agreement • Share Purchase Agreement • Securities Purchase Agreement • Convertible Note Agreement • SAFE Agreement • Investor Rights Agreement • Shareholders' Agreement • Side Letter • Capital Commitment Agreement • Co-Investment Agreement

Fundraising Documentation

• Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) • Offering Memorandum • Investment Memorandum • Due Diligence Package • Investor Questionnaire • Accredited Investor Questionnaire • Term Sheet • Capital Call Notice • Subscription Booklet • Closing Documents • Investment Policy Statement • Disclosure Documents

Transaction Agreements

• Business Purchase Agreement • Asset Purchase Agreement • Share Purchase Agreement • Stock Purchase Agreement • Merger Agreement • Acquisition Agreement • Equity Purchase Agreement • Membership Interest Purchase Agreement • Business Transfer Agreement • Sale Agreement • Business Sale Agreement • Purchase Option Agreement

Transaction Support

• Due Diligence Checklist • Due Diligence Report • Disclosure Letter • Disclosure Schedule • Escrow Agreement • Transition Services Agreement • Closing Checklist • Closing Agenda • Completion Statement • Earn-Out Agreement • Exclusivity Agreement • Letter of Intent

Supporting Businesses at Every Stage

Businesses evolve through many stages—from formation and growth to investment, expansion, restructuring and eventual sale. At every stage, carefully drafted legal documents provide clarity, reduce uncertainty and help prevent costly disputes. We prepare documentation that supports day-to-day operations while positioning your business for long-term success. Whether you are forming a startup, admitting new shareholders, raising capital, entering a strategic partnership or acquiring another business, we provide practical legal drafting tailored to your commercial objectives.

Finance Documents

• Loan Agreement • Credit Facility Agreement • Revolving Credit Agreement • Facility Agreement • Promissory Note • Debt Settlement Agreement • Debt Restructuring Agreement • Intercompany Loan Agreement • Project Finance Agreement • Trade Finance Agreement • Security Agreement • Mortgage Documentation

Security & Guarantees

• Personal Guarantee • Corporate Guarantee • Debenture • Fixed Charge • Floating Charge • Security Assignment • Collateral Agreement • Intercreditor Agreement • Bond Subscription Agreement • Security Trust Deed • Assignment of Receivables • Charge Documentation

Cross-Border Commercial Agreements

• International Sales Agreement • International Distribution Agreement • International Agency Agreement • International Supply Agreement • International Franchise Agreement • International Licensing Agreement • Cross-Border Services Agreement • Export Agreement • Import Agreement • International Manufacturing Agreement • Technology Transfer Agreement • International Consultancy Agreement

International Transactions

• Joint Venture Agreement • Foreign Investment Agreement • International NDA • International Settlement Agreement • Cross-Border Investment Agreement • Trade Cooperation Agreement • Incoterms-Based Contract • Customs Documentation • Shipping Agreement • Freight Forwarding Agreement • Distribution Rights Agreement • International Procurement Agreement

Corporate Compliance

• AML Policy • KYC Policy • Anti-Bribery Policy • Anti-Corruption Policy • Whistleblower Policy • Code of Conduct • Conflict of Interest Policy • Corporate Compliance Manual • Risk Management Policy • ESG Policy • Internal Audit Charter • Records Retention Policy

Privacy & Information Governance

• Privacy Policy • Cookie Policy • Data Protection Policy • Data Processing Agreement • Data Sharing Agreement • Information Security Policy • Cybersecurity Policy • Incident Response Plan • Business Continuity Policy • Disaster Recovery Policy • AI Governance Policy • Acceptable Use Policy

Industries We Serve

Our business and corporate legal services support clients across numerous industries including technology, software, financial services, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, real estate, logistics, hospitality, consulting, professional services, retail, e-commerce, energy, education and nonprofit organizations. We tailor every legal document to the commercial realities of your industry while maintaining clarity, enforceability and practical value.

Why Businesses Choose Tonnie Kariuki Law

Clients value practical legal drafting that supports commercial success. Every document is carefully prepared to define rights and responsibilities, reduce ambiguity, minimize legal risk and facilitate productive business relationships. Whether your business is just starting or expanding internationally, we provide documentation that supports long-term growth and sound corporate governance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about our Business & Corporate Law services.

Do you prepare customized corporate documents?

Yes. Every business document is prepared specifically for your company, transaction and commercial objectives.

Can you review existing agreements?

Yes. We review contracts, identify legal risks, explain important provisions and recommend practical improvements.

Do you assist startups?

Yes. We regularly prepare company formation documents, founder agreements, shareholder agreements and investment documentation for startups.

Do you prepare investment documents?

Yes. We prepare investment agreements, subscription agreements, private placement memorandums, SAFE agreements and related investment documentation.

Need Business or Corporate Legal Documents?

Whether you are forming a company, raising investment, negotiating a commercial transaction or strengthening your corporate governance, Tonnie Kariuki Law is ready to assist. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and receive a tailored quotation.