Private Equity & Venture Capital

Strategic legal counsel across the entire investment lifecycle.

Expertise for Investors, Startups & Growth Companies

Mian Sheraz Javaid provides strategic legal counsel to private equity firms, venture capitalists, startups, and growth-stage companies on complex investment transactions. His expertise spans the full investment lifecycle—from early-stage funding rounds to late-stage exits—ensuring deals are structured for maximum legal protection and commercial success.

Sheraz’s pragmatic approach bridges legal precision with business acumen, making him a trusted advisor in high-stakes investment deals.

Service Overview

Term Sheets & Deal Structuring

Sheraz advises on term sheet negotiations, ensuring favorable yet balanced terms for investors and founders. He drafts and negotiates shareholder agreements, investment contracts, and joint venture deals, with a focus on governance rights, valuation mechanisms, and exit clauses. His deep understanding of regulatory frameworks helps clients navigate securities laws, foreign investment rules, and compliance requirements across jurisdictions.

For private equity transactions, he assists with leveraged buyouts, growth capital investments, and portfolio company management, optimizing deal structures to align with fund objectives. In venture capital, he guides startups through seed rounds, Series A/B/C financings, and convertible note arrangements, protecting founder equity while attracting investment.

Sheraz also develops exit strategies, including trade sales, IPOs, and secondary buyouts, ensuring smooth transitions and value realization. His pragmatic approach bridges legal precision with business acumen, making him a trusted advisor in high-stakes investment deals.

Term Sheets & Deal Structuring

Negotiating investment terms that balance investor protections and founder flexibility.

Shareholder & Investment Agreements

Drafting ironclad contracts with clear exit and dispute resolution mechanisms.

Regulatory & Compliance Advisory

Ensuring adherence to securities laws, FDI regulations, and corporate governance standards.

Private Equity Transactions

Advising on LBOs, growth equity deals, and portfolio company oversight.

Venture Capital Financing

Guiding startups through seed, pre-series, and growth-stage funding rounds.

Exit Strategy & Liquidity Planning

Facilitating trade sales, IPOs, and secondary market exits for optimal returns.

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