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Law Lecturer Kobby Amoah educates Youth on legal aspects of entrepreneurship at Sunyani symposium

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Young entrepreneurs must understand the legal frameworks governing businesses to safeguard their investments.

This will prevent future disputes, law lecturer Kobby Amoah, Esq. of Ashesi University, advised at a youth symposium in Sunyani.

Speaking under the theme “Entrepreneurial Mindset and Leadership for the Youth,” Amoah emphasized the importance of legal knowledge in business, warning that many start-ups fail due to a lack of proper contracts, business registration, and legal protection.

Mr. Amoah cautioned that many young entrepreneurs enter partnerships based on trust, only to face betrayal when businesses begin to flourish.

He recounted cases where business founders were ousted from their own ventures because they failed to formalize agreements with their partners.

“You might start a business with friends, assuming loyalty will sustain it. But what happens when profits start rolling in and conflicts arise? Without legal protection, you could be left with nothing,” he noted.

He advised young entrepreneurs to draft clear contracts outlining ownership structures, roles, and profit-sharing models before launching a venture. “You need legal documentation to define your stake in the business. Verbal agreements won’t protect you in court,” he stressed.

The law lecturer also highlighted the differences between sole proprietorships and limited liability companies, urging entrepreneurs to carefully choose their business structure.

“Many assume that registering a business name means they own a company. But there is a big difference between registering a business name and incorporating a limited liability company,” he explained.

Amoah warned that sole proprietorships expose business owners to personal financial risks. “If your sole proprietorship incurs debt or gets sued, your personal assets—including your house and savings—could be seized. However, a limited liability company protects your personal wealth from business risks,” he elaborated.

Addressing concerns about the cost of hiring lawyers, Amoah encouraged young business owners to seek affordable legal assistance early on rather than waiting until problems arise.

“Many believe they don’t need a lawyer until there is a dispute. But the truth is, by then, it’s often too late. Preventive legal steps are far cheaper than legal battles,” he advised.

He urged aspiring entrepreneurs to prioritize legal guidance when structuring partnerships, securing investments, and protecting intellectual property.

Mr. Amoah warned that without legal safeguards, entrepreneurs risk losing control over their ideas and innovations.

“If you share an idea with a partner or investor without legal documentation, they can claim ownership and exclude you from the business,” he said.

He advised start-ups to sign Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) before sharing proprietary ideas and to register patents or trademarks when necessary.

The symposium, attended by notable figures including NPP presidential hopeful Kennedy Ohene Agyapong and former Bono Regional Minister Alfred Obeng, underscored the need for legal literacy among Ghanaian youth.

Amoah urged universities and business incubators to incorporate legal education into entrepreneurship programs to help young business owners avoid common pitfalls.

“Entrepreneurship is not just about innovation and hard work. It is also about understanding the legal landscape to protect your efforts and secure long-term success,” he concluded.

The event served as a wake-up call for aspiring business owners to take legal matters seriously, reinforcing the idea that a solid legal foundation is key to sustainable entrepreneurship.

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