Legal Line Law Chambers - South Sudan

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Estate planning is a multifaceted process that involves making legal arrangements to manage and distribute your assets upon your passing or in the event of incapacity.

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Legal Line - Your Allies In Legal Matters Welcome to Legal Line Law Chambers, your gateway to comprehensive legal expertise in South Sudan.

Happy Eid Al-adha from Legal Line Law Chambers - South Sudan!

As we celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha, we extends warm wishes of happiness, peace, and prosperity to all our cherished clients and the entire community. May this blessed day be filled with love, togetherness, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

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Company Formation Law Firm in Juba, South Sudan

The right company structure creates the backbone for sustainable business success. Our team of legal practitioners expertly guides clients in selecting the ideal company structure and advise them on compliance.

Our legal advice on company formation starts with understanding our clients’ objectives leading to tracing a viable and compliant route to create a structure that fulfils them. Our in-depth knowledge of local regulations and the continuously changing foreign investment laws, backed by strong relationships with the authorities and government bodies, allow us to devise strategic optimal structures for our clients.

We assist our clients in establishing various types of entities across South Sudan: Limited Liability Company (LLC), branch or representative office of a foreign company, foreign investment companies, commercial agency or distributor, professional service etc. This includes defining roles and responsibilities through Memorandum and Articles of Association, shareholder agreements and board and shareholders resolutions.

We also advise clients on restructuring of their existing entities for better operational efficiency or regulatory compliance. We suggest appropriate structures in response to government tenders and help clearly define roles in matters of shareholder responsibility.

In honor of International Women's Day, we would like to acknowledge and celebrate the South Sudan women Advocates Association. Thank you for your dedication and lending your superpowers to the Justice Mission!

Happy Valentine's Day to all of our lovely clients and connections! Today is a day to celebrate special relationships in our lives..

DOES MY BUSINESS REALLY NEED A LAWYER?

While I was going through my recent posts on retainers, it occurred to me that many business owners may not recognize the aspects of their business that require legal expertise. Many people see no need for a lawyer once their businesses have been registered with the appropriate authorities.

This post will list the various areas where businesses and companies need lawyers. May I warn you that the post is a little bit long.

You need a lawyer to update you about new laws and policies governing the industry your company or business operates. Laws are changing everyday and as a lay person, you may not be aware of this fact. Even when you become aware, your limited knowledge of law may prevent you from knowing its implications on your business. Only a lawyer can set you straight with the legal aspects of your business.

Other areas where you need legal expertise include:

Insurance issues;

Employment contracts;

Financing, refinancing, Company restructuring/mergers and acquisitions, Joint venture, partnership, limited liability company agreements, investment agreements, shareholders’ agreements, private equity documentation and other equity and/or quasi-equity funding documentation.

Corporate, multi-, and single-asset transactions;

Product and program structuring;

Town/Estate planning laws and issues (location of your business and those in real estate);

Privacy and Data protection;

Contract Review, Negotiation, and Drafting;

Construction and Design Defect Claims (architects, engineers, those in the construction industry);

Land/property searches and registrations

Contracts with vendors/suppliers/manufacturers of working equipments and materials;

Franchises and Distributorship contracts;;;

Contract with HMOs/manufacturers of drugs (hospitals and pharmacies);

Taxation issues

Licensing, certifications, Compliance and accreditation issues

Leases/property agreements

Laws relating to new technologies

Land-use, zoning and construction laws:

Interface between your establishment and regulatory bodies

Environmental law/Environmental Impact Assessment:

Malpractice suits (for professionals like doctors, architects, surveyors, accountants etc.)

♈ For Pharmaceutical/Medical companies

Approval processes for new drugs;

Intellectual properties rights to new scientific discoveries and drugs.

♈ For those in the knowledge industry (authors, course creators, coaches, mentors etc), you need lawyers to advise and aid you in protecting your products via copyrights, trademarks, patents etc.

♈ Hospitality Industry (hotels, restaurants, bars, etc)

Acquisition of Land/Property for your business;

Due diligence reviews, covering transactional, financial, environmental, tax and compliance related issues.

Verification of title to the land and drafting and negotiation of sale deeds, lease deeds or development rights agreements or other conveyance deeds.

Construction & Development phase of your hotel 👇👇

Drafting, negotiation and ex*****on of documentation including: Construction contracts, architect’s contracts, interior design consultancy contracts and other contracts for the appointment of experts for the development phase.

Equipment supply and other agreements with sub-contractors and vendors.

Operator & Brand Selection phase

Drafting, negotiation and ex*****on of documentation including: Hotel management agreements, technical services agreements, franchise agreements, marketing and publicity agreements for the provision of services by brand-owners for development of the hotel; and

Trademark license agreements for the license of trademarks and service marks by brand-owners.

CONCLUSION

YOU need a lawyer to handle the legal aspects of your business and to reduce costs, enter a retainer’s agreement with your lawyer. Due to the way in which retainer fees are calculated, you might want someone more experienced, especially if you are hiring them for your business. Just because somebody offers a less expensive retainer fee does not mean they are the better option. You should evaluate lawyers on retainer the same way you assess any lawyer you would otherwise hire for your personal or professional needs.

Check that they have experience handling cases like yours or working in your particular industry. Most importantly, your lawyer should be there before you begin any agreement with other parties. Don’t remember that you have a lawyer only when problems arise.

I hope this meets you well.

Happy new month.

Good day and do have a wonderful weekend.

P.S You are free to ask questions with regards to your Industry.

offers free legal services to Young Entrepreneurs-owned businesses.

The law firm's Initiative for Business Empowerment aims to support Young entrepreneurs.

The Initiative aims to give Young business owners access to that same quality network for large companies.

Legalline Law Chambers has launched its Initiative for Business Empowerment to support businesses owned by Young people. The firm is offering these companies free legal services, with the number of hours based on their size, needs and revenue.
To apply send and email to the firm at [email protected], expressing your interest.

The idea is to provide foundational legal services like help setting up companies, setting up operating agreements, trademark and copyright assistance, help determining if a worker is a contractor or employee, or how to set up an employee handbook, says Elario Adam Cholong, Founder & Managing Partner at Legalline Law Chambers and the lawyer behind the project.

The program, which has 5 to 10 attorneys already engaged, is meant for businesses at all stages.

"One of the things that a number of businesses have pointed out is that even though they might have been in operation for a year, five years, 15 years, 20 years, in some cases, they don't necessarily have contracts in place for the exchange of their services, whatever those might be,". "They're oftentimes emails, or handshake-type agreements. We see that as an opportunity to put pen to paper and help you protect your interests."

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We’re thrilled to announce that our Firm made it to list of African Legal Firms recognized by the UK Ministry of Justice Department of International Trade.

Corporate Legal Services – What You Need to Know

A corporation is a legal entity that exists to conduct business. Additionally, a corporation is a separate legal entity from the people who establish it. Corporate law is the body of rules, regulations, laws, and legal practices that govern the formation and operation of corporations. Additionally, corporate law regulates legal entities, allowing them to exist and conduct business.

Lawyers specialising in corporate law understand the rights and obligations of all of the individuals involved with forming, owning, operating, and managing a corporation.

The Importance of Legal Representation

Legal representation is essential in certain aspects of life, especially when faced with a dilemma or when you are about to make personal or professional decisions. Lawyers come in handy when an individual seeks expertise in matters of law for criminal, corporate, personal, and civil matters.

Regardless of your location in the world, every country is governed by a specific set of laws and statutes. While most citizens are generally informed of local, regional, and federal laws, understanding the intricacies, specific details and processes involved can prove difficult without the assistance of a professional lawyer.

Legal Representation in Court is Worth the Investment

Whether you are headed to court for personal or business matters, professional legal counsel can be the difference between winning or losing your case. Some may argue they prefer to save money by serving as their own counsel. However, without proper legal counsel in court, you will end up compromising your rights, interests, reputation, and finances.

The Function of Legal Representation

There are many areas in life that retaining legal counsel can prove to be extremely beneficial. Not all legal concerns and processes result in lawsuits and cases in a courtroom. Lawyers also draft contracts, agreements, wills, and other legal documents to protect their client’s best interests. In fact, drafting financial contracts is a common business practice which requires a qualified lawyer. From small businesses to large corporations, companies rely on their lawyers for legal counsel.

Similarly, some family matters, to include marriage, divorce, adoption, wills and estate planning, child custody, and support all benefit from the guidance of legal representation. A family lawyer specializes in solving personal financial issues and disputes, ensuring their client’s best interests are protected. Corporate lawyers help their client’s navigate the intricacies of Trademark and Intellectual Property Law to ensure their assets are protected. On the other hand, criminal lawyers specialize defending or prosecuting individuals, groups, or organizations in a criminal case.

Lawyers and Plea Validity

In some cases, your lawyer will help to arrange a defense memorandum (commonly referred to as a plea bargain). However, a favorable plea deal with a prosecutor mayfail to satisfy the judge. When this happens, the judge can choose to dismiss your and proceed to prosecute a case against a defendant. When this happens, legal representation is essential to a favorable outcome to the court proceeding.

A lawyer is trained to argue the facts of a case with a judge, and convince the judge about the validity of a plea. Without a reputable and experienced lawyer, a defendant may fail to receive a plea deal.

Leverage a Lawyers Experience to Your Advantage

Hiring the right legal team to represent your interests allows you to leverage all of their experience, education, and expertise to your advantage.

A seasoned lawyer has a full understanding of the law and its processes. More importantly, they understand how to navigate local legal nuances to benefit your case. They know which legal documents to file, how to complete forms properly, the statute of limitations, and legal technicality. Furthermore, you can retain a lawyer that has experience handling cases similar to yours.

Do You Require Legal Representation?

Legal professionals have experience working with defense lawyers, judges, and the legal system. They have a vast understanding of how to approach each case as it pertains to the law and the specific needs of their client. Retaining a lawyer proves extremely beneficial during times of legal need. Additionally, retaining a legal team for when you might need them in the future will provide the peace of mind of knowing your interests are always protected (should the need arise).

When in doubt, always retain legal assistance from the professionals who specialize in the area of law you require help. For example, you will not require a contract lawyer for family court matters. At Legalline Law Firm, our team of lawyers have a wide range of capabilities in both contentious and non-contentious fields, possessing an astute command of local and regional laws.

Our team of professional lawyers leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help individuals and organizations to protect their interests. Our team of lawyers is well versed in various aspects of local and international laws and will work tirelessly to ensure your personal and professional interests are protected. For more information, contact a member of our legal team.

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𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐢𝐧 4 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬

Company 'registration', 'formation' and 'incorporation' are all terms used for the process of setting up a business as a formal legal entity. A business cannot operate as a company until it has been registered at Business Registry under the Companies Act 2008. There are several advantages to running a business as a company, chief of which is that a company can raise funds by issuing and selling shares. Registering a company could seem like a daunting process, but it really isn't that complicated.

𝟭. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲

Check if your ideal company name is available to register. If another company has registered the same name, you will have to choose a different one. For more information about rules and restrictions, Ask a lawyer. Check the Business Register to make sure your chosen name is not the same as an existing Business name. Ask a lawyer if you are unsure about this.

𝟮. 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀

A company must have a registered office address where notices, letters and reminders can be delivered to the company. It does not need to be an address where day-to-day business is carried out, so it could be your accountant’s address or a director’s address for example. Be aware that the registered office address will be available on the public record at the Business Registry. A business risks being struck off the register or wound up if they cannot be contacted at an address.

𝟯. 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺

A private company limited by shares is the most common type of company. A company of this type has a share capital and the liability of each member is limited to the amount, if any, unpaid on their shares. For example, if a company has two member (shareholder) and they own 200,000 shares at a value of SSP 20 they would be liable for SSP 200,000 (if unpaid) at the time of winding up.

Other types of companies are:

a) private company limited by guarantee (limited to amount guarantors agree to contribute to company assets if the company is wound up)

b) private unlimited company (directors or shareholders are liable for all debts)

c) public limited company

𝟰. 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝘂𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆

Private companies are required to have at least one director who must be an individual (as opposed to a company acting as a director).

All individuals actings as company directors:

must be at least 18 years of age
must not have been previously disqualified from acting as a company director
must not be going through the process of bankruptcy

For more information about company directors, read The role of a company director and Different types of company director.

Company secretary

Private limited companies are not required to have a company secretary anymore (a person who ensures compliance and updates Business Registry with ongoing changes). These responsibilities should be carried out by company directors.

The company secretary can also be a company director, but cannot be the company’s auditor.