Founders prepare for a raise by polishing the deck and the model. The legal position is examined only when the investor's lawyers begin asking.
Missing shareholders agreements, IP held by contractors, undocumented equity promises, incomplete registers and customer contracts on the other side's terms all surface at once, and each becomes a condition or a discount.
Investor Readiness Legal Audit
A pre-raise review across corporate records, founder and employee arrangements, intellectual property, material contracts and regulatory position, with a prioritised list of what to fix before the process begins.
Your Vision, Backed by the Right Legal Support
You build the business. We help you protect it.
Imagine investor diligence returning nothing you had not already dealt with. The round closes on the terms agreed rather than the terms renegotiated.
Who this service is for
This Is For You If…
Companies planning a funding round in the coming months
Founders unsure what diligence will uncover
Startups whose product was built by contractors
Businesses that have never had their corporate position reviewed
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What we will do for you
This is what we will do for you
<ul><li>Review corporate records, registers and shareholding history</li><li>Check founder arrangements, vesting and employee equity promises</li><li>Confirm intellectual property is owned by the company</li><li>Review material customer, supplier and financing contracts</li></ul>
What’s Included
What’s Included in our service for you
Corporate records and shareholding review
Founder and employee equity arrangements checked
Intellectual property ownership confirmed
Material contract review
Prioritised remediation list with fixes executed
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Why Choose Legal That Works?
Why Choose Us To Assist You?
Digital-first
No office visit required—review and sign online
Transparent fees
Fixed price, no billing surprises
Deep experience
Various contracts across industries
Accessible
Our client portal keeps you informed
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We've Helped
You Need To Act Now
Important: Limited Slots
Diligence findings arrive after the term sheet, when repricing is easy for the investor and resisting it is not.
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Nothing to Lose. Everything to Protect.
No Surprises. No Guesswork. Just Legal That Works.
Before anything starts, we speak with you to understand your business and make sure the service is the right fit. If it is not, we will say so upfront. No pressure. No wasted time. We only take on matters we are confident we can deliver with quality. That is why business owners trust us to get it right.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legal That Works?
Legal That Works is a digital-first legal service designed by ASCO LAW (Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co) specifically for business owners and founders. We help you structure, grow, and protect your business through practical legal solutions—delivered fast, in plain English & Bahasa Malaysia, and with no office visit required.
What if I’m not sure what legal service I need?
No problem. Most business owners aren’t legal experts! Just reach out. Our team will guide you to the right service or help you understand your options—without jargon or upselling.
When should we do this?
Before you start the process, ideally a few months ahead so there is time to fix what is found.
What is found most often?
IP not assigned by contractors, undocumented equity promises, and registers that do not match the cap table.
Will this speed up the round?
Usually yes. Clean diligence is faster and gives the investor fewer reasons to negotiate.
Are your services affordable?
Our transparent fee structure means no billing surprises. Membership unlocks the best rates, but even one-off services are designed to be clear and competitive. You’ll always know what you pay.
Who will be helping me?
All our services are delivered by our licensed lawyers under the Malaysian Bar with proven experience across industries. You’ll work with a real legal team, not chatbots or generic customer support.
Is everything done online?
Yes. Our service is fully digital. You can consult, review documents, sign agreements, and access your files securely from anywhere. No office visit required unless you want to meet in person. No office visit is required. If you require us to attend at your office or outside meetings, additional charges will apply.
What’s the difference between One-Off Service and Membership?
(1) One-Off Service: Pay for what you need, when you need it. Perfect for single transactions or urgent matters (2) Membership: Subscribe for ongoing access, priority support, and special pricing. Membership means you get a legal partner who truly understands your business.
