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Case Studies from Shiv Law House

Case study 01

Case study: Brand protection for a fast-scaling consumer startup

A D2C beverage brand saw copycat listings on marketplaces within months of launch, coupled with a confusingly similar trademark application in the same class.

Case study 02

Case study: General counsel for a SaaS founder scaling from pilot to enterprise

A B2B SaaS startup moved from pilot contracts to enterprise deals with data-rich workflows across sectors.

Case study 03

Case study: Mediation to resolve a co-founder deadlock

Two co-founders clashed over exit obligations, solicitation, and IP ownership.

Case study 04

Case study: Real estate and collaboration deal for an F&B brand

A café chain planned multi-city expansion through leased sites and select collaborators.

Case study 05

Case study: Anti-counterfeiting for a household utensil label

A fast-growing household utensil brand saw “lookalike” packaging and misleading claims across tier-2 marketplaces and on online listing platform.

Case study 06

Case study: Founder Lock-In and Strategic Investor Reversion Clause

A consumer tech founder onboarded an advisor to facilitate a strategic investment from a boutique fund.

Case study 07

Case Study: Multi-Shareholder Agreement with Partial Participation.

A D2C brand with six shareholders needed to formalize a strategic advisor’s role and equity grant, but only three shareholders were directly involved.

Case study 08

Case Study: Master Services Agreement for Cross-Border SaaS Deployment

A SaaS company expanding into Southeast Asia needed a robust commercial contract to govern multi-country deployments.

Case study 09

Case Study: Vendor Agreement with Performance-Linked Payment Triggers

A D2C brand engaged a logistics partner for pan-India delivery with aggressive SLAs.

Case study 10

Case Study: Licensing Agreement for Proprietary Tech with Usage Caps

A deep-tech startup licensed its proprietary algorithm to a large enterprise for internal use.

Case study 11

Case Study: Strategic Partnership Agreement with Exclusivity and Exit Triggers

A tech-platform founder partnered with a hotel chain for exclusive deployment of its platform.

Case study 12

Case Study: Client Contract with Scope Control and Payment Security

A design studio contracted with a retail brand for ongoing creative campaigns.

Case study 13

Case Study: Lease Contract with Flexibility and Risk Mitigation

A startup leased office space in a prime location.

Case study 14

Case Study: Services Agreement with IP Ownership and Confidentiality

A health-tech founder hired a software developer to build a proprietary module.

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Two co-founders clashed over exit obligations, solicitation, and IP ownership.

Other Relevant Areas

We also assist in consumer disputes, tenancy conflicts, defamation claims, and regulatory enforcement matters. Our

Family Disputes

We approach family law matters divorce, maintenance, custody, and succession with sensitivity and discretion. Our

Criminal Side Practice

SLH handles select criminal matters including white-collar offences, fraud, misappropriation, and regulatory violations. We offer

Section 138 (Negotiable Instruments Act)

We advise and represent clients in cheque bounce matters under Section 138 whether prosecuting or

Civil Litigation

From property and succession matters to injunctions and recovery suits, our civil litigation practice is

Commercial Litigation

SLH represents clients in high-stakes commercial disputes involving contracts, shareholder rights, IP, and business torts.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need a lawyer or legal consultation?

If you’re making a business decision, signing a contract, protecting a brand, or facing a dispute, it’s worth speaking to a lawyer. A short consultation can prevent long-term risk.

What’s the first step to working with SLH?

Reach out via our contact form or email or directly on our numbers. We’ll schedule a call to understand your needs and suggest the right way forward, no obligation.

Do you work with startups or only large companies?

We work with both. Whether you’re a first-time founder or a seasoned enterprise, we tailor our legal strategy to your stage, sector, and goals.

Can SLH help me issue a legal notice?

Yes. We regularly draft and issue legal notices for breach of contract, consumer matters, IP infringement, payment recovery, employment disputes, and other civil or commercial matters.

Can SLH issue legal opinions for transactions or regulatory filings?

Yes. We regularly issue legal opinions for disputes, on enforceability of contracts, validity of corporate actions, ownership of IP, compliance with Indian laws, investment deals, IP ownership, and other regulatory matters.

Do legal opinions need to be on letterhead, or can they be emailed?

We can issue legal opinions on official letterhead (digitally signed or hard copy) or via email, depending on the recipient’s requirements. For formal submissions, a signed letterhead version is typically preferred.

Are legal opinions binding?

Legal opinions are not binding like court orders, but they carry professional weight and are relied upon by investors, regulators, and counterparties.

How are your fees structured?

We offer flexible models, hourly, fixed-fee, or retainers depending on the nature and scope of work. Transparency is key, and we’ll always align costs before we begin.

Can I consult you for just one document or issue?

Yes. We regularly assist with one-off reviews, filings, or second opinions. You don’t need a long-term engagement to get started.

Can SLH help me register a trademark, copyright, or patent?

Yes. We handle end-to-end registration for trademarks, copyrights, and patents, guiding you through searches, filings, responses, and enforcement.

How do I know if my brand name or logo is available?

We conduct a comprehensive trademark search to check for conflicts before filing. This helps avoid objections or legal disputes later.

What’s the timeline for trademark registration in India?

It typically takes 6–12 months, depending on objections or oppositions. We handle the process end-to-end and keep you updated at every stage.

Can I protect my brand internationally?

Yes. We help file through the Madrid Protocol and coordinate with global IP firms to secure protection in multiple countries.

What if someone is using my brand name or copying my content?

We assess the infringement, send legal notices if needed, and guide you on enforcement.

Do I need to register copyright or is it automatic?

Copyright exists upon creation, but registration strengthens your legal position. We help register creative works like content, designs, and software.

Can SLH help me register for FSSAI?

Yes. We assist with FSSAI registration and licensing, whether you’re a food startup, manufacturer, or distributor, ensuring your documentation and filings are compliant and complete.

Do I need FSSAI if I’m just selling packaged food online?

Yes. Any entity involved in food handling, manufacturing, storage, distribution, or sale needs FSSAI registration. We’ll guide you on the right category and process.

Can SLH help with GST registration and filings?

Yes. We coordinate GST registration and compliance through our extended network of tax professionals, ensuring your business is legally and financially aligned.