--- title: "Checklist Library" id: "51498" type: "page" slug: "checklists" published_at: "2023-09-05T11:36:23+00:00" modified_at: "2024-07-22T13:44:25+00:00" url: "https://seedlegals.com/checklists/" markdown_url: "https://seedlegals.com/checklists.md" --- # The SeedLegals checklist library ## Essential checklists for startups We created some easy-to-follow guides so you can focus on the important bits, tick off the to do’s and stay on track with startup essentials. Download our checklists for step-by-step expert guidance on how to sort your essential legal documents, get S/EIS Advance Assurance, set up share option schemes and more. [https://seedlegals.com/checklists/find-and-close-investors/](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/find-and-close-investors/) ###### Funding ## Find and close investment Learn how to stand out and close investors for your startup. Download the free investment checklist. [Get the investment checklist](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/find-and-close-investors/) ###### EMI ## Set up an EMI scheme Do you want to attract and retain a dream team for your company? Download the free checklist to find out how to set up your EMI scheme. [Get the EMI checklist](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/checklist-emi-share-option-schemes/) ###### Exit ## Exit and sell your startup Ready to sell or planning ahead? Find out how to prepare to get a fair valuation, how to structure the sale and the legal documents you need. [Get the Exit checklist](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/exit/) ###### R&D tax credits ## Maximise your R&D claim This handy checklist will guide you through what you need to do to prepare for a successful R&D tax credit claim. [Get the R&D checklist](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/checklist-rd-tax-credits/) ###### S/EIS Advance Assurance ## Apply for Advance Assurance Make your company dramatically more investable. Find out what you need to apply for Advance Assurance and keep your application organised with this useful checklist. [Get the Advance Assurance checklist](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/checklist-s-eis-advance-assurance/) ###### Legal documents for startups ## Create essential legal documents Do you know the essential legal documents you need to protect yourself and your company? Our checklist walks you through the documents you need and how to create them. [Get the legal documents checklist](https://seedlegals.com/checklists/legal-documents-for-startups/) ## Join our community Sign up to receive exclusive event invites and our latest news straight to your inbox. By subscribing, you agree to receive information from SeedLegals. You can unsubscribe anytime. View our [privacy policy](/privacy-policy/) [https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/seis-eis/](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/seis-eis/) ###### SEIS EIS ## Make the most of SEIS and EIS Our posts explain how the government’s Enterprise Investment Schemes (SEIS and EIS) work, and how to use them to make your company more investable. [Explore SEIS EIS](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/seis-eis/) [https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/funding-guides/](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/funding-guides/) ###### Funding ## Master startup funding Our experts share their insights from helping thousands of companies raise funds from a few thousand from friends and family, to millions at Series B and beyond. [Explore Funding](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/funding-guides/) [https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/share-option-schemes/](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/share-option-schemes/) ###### Option Schemes ## Share equity with options Our posts explain all about tax-advantaged EMI options and more flexible Unapproved options. We explain how options work and how to use them to attract and retain talent. [Explore Option Schemes](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/share-option-schemes/) [https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/investor-directory/](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/investor-directory/) ###### Find Investors ## Find startup investors Find investors for every stage of your company growth, from idea to exit. Read our posts and bookmark our directories of UK angels and VCs to speed up your research. [Explore Find Investors](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/investor-directory/) [https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/deal-data/](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/deal-data/) ###### Deal Data ## Get insights from our deal data Our data experts investigate and explain the patterns we see in our data from thousands of investments. Use their insights to make better-informed decisions. [Explore Deal Data](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/deal-data/) [https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/r-and-d-tax-credits/](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/r-and-d-tax-credits/) ###### R&D ## Understand R&D tax relief Are you eligible for Research and Development tax relief? What costs can you claim for? How do you apply? Our R&D experts answer your questions in these posts. [Explore R&D](https://seedlegals.com/resources/category/r-and-d-tax-credits/) > SeedLegals run excellent events and masterclasses for their audience and create very thorough and in-depth content which is super useful! Emmie Faust Founder & CEO > The SeedLegals resources have been an absolute lifesaver. As a founder with no legal background, they've helped me understand the legal requirements of starting and scaling my business. Olivia Todd Founder > SeedLegals truly understand a startup's priorities, and produce content that's both timely and relevant on topics such as finding investors, hiring, share options, changes to legislation, and much more! Perdie and M.A. Co-Founders > SeedLegals resources are absolutely superb! We recommend them to all our clients without hesitation. James Church Co-founder of Robot Mascot and author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' > SeedLegals run excellent events and masterclasses for their audience and create very thorough and in-depth content which is super useful! Emmie Faust Founder & CEO > The SeedLegals resources have been an absolute lifesaver. As a founder with no legal background, they've helped me understand the legal requirements of starting and scaling my business. Olivia Todd Founder > SeedLegals truly understand a startup's priorities, and produce content that's both timely and relevant on topics such as finding investors, hiring, share options, changes to legislation, and much more! Perdie and M.A. Co-Founders > SeedLegals resources are absolutely superb! We recommend them to all our clients without hesitation. James Church Co-founder of Robot Mascot and author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' > SeedLegals run excellent events and masterclasses for their audience and create very thorough and in-depth content which is super useful! Emmie Faust Founder & CEO > The SeedLegals resources have been an absolute lifesaver. As a founder with no legal background, they've helped me understand the legal requirements of starting and scaling my business. Olivia Todd Founder > SeedLegals truly understand a startup's priorities, and produce content that's both timely and relevant on topics such as finding investors, hiring, share options, changes to legislation, and much more! Perdie and M.A. Co-Founders > SeedLegals resources are absolutely superb! We recommend them to all our clients without hesitation. James Church Co-founder of Robot Mascot and author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' > SeedLegals run excellent events and masterclasses for their audience and create very thorough and in-depth content which is super useful! Emmie Faust Founder & CEO > The SeedLegals resources have been an absolute lifesaver. As a founder with no legal background, they've helped me understand the legal requirements of starting and scaling my business. Olivia Todd Founder > SeedLegals truly understand a startup's priorities, and produce content that's both timely and relevant on topics such as finding investors, hiring, share options, changes to legislation, and much more! Perdie and M.A. Co-Founders > SeedLegals resources are absolutely superb! We recommend them to all our clients without hesitation. James Church Co-founder of Robot Mascot and author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' > SeedLegals run excellent events and masterclasses for their audience and create very thorough and in-depth content which is super useful! Emmie Faust Founder & CEO > The SeedLegals resources have been an absolute lifesaver. As a founder with no legal background, they've helped me understand the legal requirements of starting and scaling my business. Olivia Todd Founder > SeedLegals truly understand a startup's priorities, and produce content that's both timely and relevant on topics such as finding investors, hiring, share options, changes to legislation, and much more! Perdie and M.A. Co-Founders > SeedLegals resources are absolutely superb! We recommend them to all our clients without hesitation. James Church Co-founder of Robot Mascot and author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' > SeedLegals run excellent events and masterclasses for their audience and create very thorough and in-depth content which is super useful! Emmie Faust Founder & CEO > The SeedLegals resources have been an absolute lifesaver. As a founder with no legal background, they've helped me understand the legal requirements of starting and scaling my business. Olivia Todd Founder > SeedLegals truly understand a startup's priorities, and produce content that's both timely and relevant on topics such as finding investors, hiring, share options, changes to legislation, and much more! Perdie and M.A. Co-Founders > SeedLegals resources are absolutely superb! We recommend them to all our clients without hesitation. James Church Co-founder of Robot Mascot and author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' [https://seedlegals.com/customers/](https://seedlegals.com/customers/) ###### Success Stories ## Be inspired by our customers Meet some of the companies successfully fundraising on SeedLegals. We’re proud to have played a part in these inspirational journeys. [Explore Success Stories](https://seedlegals.com/customers/) [https://seedlegals.com/events/](https://seedlegals.com/events/) ###### Events ## Learn and network at events Register for online masterclasses and webinars, pitch and network at our in-person meet-ups and come meet us at conferences and shows. [Explore Events](https://seedlegals.com/events/) [https://seedlegals.com/talk-to-an-expert/](https://seedlegals.com/talk-to-an-expert/) ###### Talk to an expert ## Get answers fast, for free Book a free call with us and bring all your questions. We’ll match you with the right specialist to get the answers you need. 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