Fashion legal service
Legal solutions for Fashion & Cosmetics
Keep your business runway-ready with a legal team that understands why legal style matters. We work with fashion brands, fashion-tech and cosmetic companies to tackle their legal needs so they can grow legally and safely.
Tailor-made fashion & cosmetics legal services
Intellectual Property Law
If you’re a modern business, then you have some form of intellectual property which is valuable to you. And that value needs to be protected. Your trademark needs to be protected, your secret-sauces kept secret and your IP structured in a way which works. Chat to us. This is our jam.
Commercial Law
If it’s related to contracts, structuring or business compliance – it’s our bag, baby. We do the day to day contracts which keep your business ticking, but we’re also experts in company structuring, and investor readiness.
Regulations & Compliance
South Africa has strict regulations for ingredients, labels and everything else involved in launching a cosmetic line. Let our team of lawyers guide you every step of the way.
Data Law
If your business collects or uses personal data (and that’s all of us), then data protection laws are applicable to you. Join the hundreds of clients who’ve trusted Legalese to guide them on the journey to data compliance.
TRUSTED BY TOP BUSINESSES
Why Legalese?
Upfront
fees
We quote before we start working, ensuring that you never get an invoice which you were not expecting. By committing to a fee, we align ourselves with our clients, so we’re both incentivised to work efficiently and correctly. Our belief is that legal fees should be affordable and transparent and we’re leading a movement bringing this ethic to the legal practice.
Quick turnaround
time
Lawyers are traditionally sluggish. We’re a breathe of fresh air. Our systematic approach to our work means we deliver work quickly and never ghost our clients while they wait. Imagine a lawyer who understands customer service, uses technology to communicate and gets work to you within 7 – 10 days (or sooner if needed). Now open your eyes.
Humans,
not lawyers
We built Legalese to address the problems with traditional law firms. We’re not suits, we’re not billable hours. We’re here to ensure you have a lawyer by your side while you build your business. Our lawyers are handpicked not just for their smarts but for their understanding of business and the entrepreneurial journey. In that way, we’re humans, not lawyers.
We understand
fashion and law
It doesn’t help to have a lawyer who always says ‘no’. Our lawyers think creatively and design solutions which stick to the rules, but get the job done. We bring to the table our knowledge of your industry and our team’s years of experience, to ensure that we’re forward thinking, yet grounded in law. Its why we call ourselves a creative legal agency.
WE DON’T BELIEVE IN HIDDEN FEES
TRANSPARENT PRICING
We’ve curated a few of our popular products, but check out our service pages for more pricing. Or just get in touch to chat.
VAT excl. T&C’s apply
Legal Consultation
R1 550.00
Client Terms
R6 950.00
Company Registration – Proprietary Limited (Pty Ltd)
R3 500.00
Online Compliance Bundle – Website terms and conditions, and a Privacy Policy
R12 000.00
Manufacturer Agreement
R9 000.00
Legal Note
From R1 550
Employment Contract
R6 400.00
Regulator Engagement
From R1 550
Service Level Agreement (Standard)
R7 750.00
Shareholders Agreement (Simple)
R9 000.00
Starting a fashion or cosmetics company can be daunting, especially when it comes to legal issues. There are so many things to worry about when starting a new company, and getting to grips with law in the fashion industry can feel like one more headache you don’t need.
Legalese is here to take the hassle out of getting your business off the ground. We provide a spectrum of legal services at an affordable price, so you can focus on what you’re good at – designing and creating beautiful products. Let us take care of the rest!
The fashion industry is one of the oldest industries in the world. Today, in the era of social media, it has become a vehicle for young designers to showcase their creativity and artistry through clothing and garment design.
In the cosmetics industry, the move towards cleaner, cruelty-free cosmetics has led to the industry growing and changing in a way that has never been anticipated before.
Where does Legalese fit in?
We offer a spectrum of legal services to designers and cosmetics/beauty entrepreneurs looking to grow their brand, protect their product, and understand fashion and cosmetics industry laws and requirements.
Whether you need contracts drafted, regulatory guidance, or just a legal helping hand to get your idea off the ground, Legalese is here to help. We provide you with products in a language that you can understand, at a price you can afford.
Are you a fashion or cosmetics designer who wants to protect your work?
We are experts in copyright and trademark law, and can help you take the necessary steps to protect your designs, without the hefty price tag.
We can also advise on contractual agreements, licensing, and other legal issues that may arise in the course of your business.
You want to know that your hard work is protected – we understand that. Let us help you put in place the protections you need so that you can focus on what you do best: designing beautiful clothes and cosmetics!
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