Free Simple Legal Due Diligence Checklist Template
Simple Legal Due Diligence Checklist
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Date: [DATE]
Corporate Documents
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Articles of incorporation or formation |
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Bylaws or operating agreement |
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Certificate of good standing |
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List of subsidiaries and organizational chart |
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Board and shareholder meeting minutes |
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Financial Information
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Audited financial statements (last 3 years) |
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Tax returns (last 3 years) |
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Current budget and financial projections |
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Accounts payable and receivable reports |
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Bank statements and loan agreements |
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Contracts and Agreements
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Copies of major contracts (e.g., supplier, customer, distributor) |
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Employment agreements |
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Non-disclosure agreements |
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Joint venture and partnership agreements |
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Lease agreements for property or equipment |
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Intellectual Property
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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List of trademarks, patents, and copyrights |
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Licenses or assignments of IP rights |
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Records of IP disputes or infringement claims |
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Domain names and related registrations |
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Regulatory and Compliance
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Licenses, permits, and certifications |
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Environmental compliance records |
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Health and safety compliance documents |
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Details of regulatory investigations or fines |
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Litigation and Disputes
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Summary of ongoing or past lawsuits |
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Copies of legal pleadings or settlements |
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Details of arbitration or mediation matters |
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Claims or disputes with third parties |
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Employee and Labor Information
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Employee handbook and policies |
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Benefits and retirement plan documentation |
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Records of labor disputes or complaints |
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Employee equity agreements |
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Real Estate
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Title deeds or lease agreements |
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Zoning and land use permits |
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Environmental site assessments |
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Appraisals and inspection reports |
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Insurance
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Copies of insurance policies |
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Claims history and outstanding claims |
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Certificates of insurance |
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Risk management procedures |
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Miscellaneous
Item |
Completed (✓) |
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Material correspondence with key stakeholders |
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List of key suppliers and customers |
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Summary of business operations |
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Information on significant transactions |
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