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How and why startups use priced rounds to raise capital from investors. When you’re running a startup company and looking to secure your next round of funding, you’ll eventually encounter the term ...

Program-related investments (PRIs) are a powerful, often overlooked source of funding for startups and social enterprises in the United States. Unlike traditional venture capital funding or angel ...

We’re excited to share that Sam Taylor and Becky Mancero have been named in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Becky was recognized in the Corporate Law category and Sam was ...

When a business owner decides to sell, it’s more than just a financial transaction—it’s the culmination of years of work, client relationships, and growth. That’s why we were proud to represent ...

Early-stage companies and high-growth tech startups outside the U.S.—especially in markets like the UK—often pursue VC funding from American venture capital firms. But raising venture capital ...

SPZ Legal is proud to have advised Redfast in its acquisition by Recurly, a leading subscription management and billing platform. The acquisition, announced May 7, 2025, represents a significant ...

Raising funds from family and friends often seems like the logical first step for a new business to raise money. After all, you may be hard-pressed to find an investor (angel investors, venture ...

We are thrilled to announce that Becky Mancero has been promoted to Partner at SPZ Legal, marking a significant milestone for both Becky and our firm.

In April, 2025, SPZ Legal received recognition in the category of Startups & Emerging Companies in the inaugural Chambers Spotlight California 2025 Guide. We are absolutely honored and humbled to ...

Startups move fast — and sometimes, legal matters get deprioritized. But ignoring legal foundations early on can lead to expensive, messy problems down the road. Whether you're just forming your ...