Free Simple Legal Due Diligence Checklist Template

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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 (✓)

Articles of incorporation or formation

Bylaws or operating agreement

Certificate of good standing

List of subsidiaries and organizational chart

Board and shareholder meeting minutes


Financial Information

Item

Completed (✓)

Audited financial statements (last 3 years)

Tax returns (last 3 years)

Current budget and financial projections

Accounts payable and receivable reports

Bank statements and loan agreements


Contracts and Agreements

Item

Completed (✓)

Copies of major contracts (e.g., supplier, customer, distributor)

Employment agreements

Non-disclosure agreements

Joint venture and partnership agreements

Lease agreements for property or equipment


Intellectual Property

Item

Completed (✓)

List of trademarks, patents, and copyrights

Licenses or assignments of IP rights

Records of IP disputes or infringement claims

Domain names and related registrations


Regulatory and Compliance

Item

Completed (✓)

Licenses, permits, and certifications

Environmental compliance records

Health and safety compliance documents

Details of regulatory investigations or fines


Litigation and Disputes

Item

Completed (✓)

Summary of ongoing or past lawsuits

Copies of legal pleadings or settlements

Details of arbitration or mediation matters

Claims or disputes with third parties


Employee and Labor Information

Item

Completed (✓)

Employee handbook and policies

Benefits and retirement plan documentation

Records of labor disputes or complaints

Employee equity agreements


Real Estate

Item

Completed (✓)

Title deeds or lease agreements

Zoning and land use permits

Environmental site assessments

Appraisals and inspection reports


Insurance

Item

Completed (✓)

Copies of insurance policies

Claims history and outstanding claims

Certificates of insurance

Risk management procedures


Miscellaneous

Item

Completed (✓)

Material correspondence with key stakeholders

List of key suppliers and customers

Summary of business operations

Information on significant transactions

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