--- title: Blog | Startup Law Resources | SPZ Legal | Hash Zahed (2) description: SPZ Legal Blog provides entrepreneurs with useful information regarding incorporation, employment, funding, and IP. 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They want to know about the process for registering their name, logo, or slogan with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/intellectual-property/trademark-search) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/27.png?width=760&height=428&name=27.png) Typical Legal Structure for Venture-Backed Startups Hash Zahed | Feb 16, 2019 Startups often ask us how a typical startup is structured. While there are plenty of free and affordable resources for various forms, they don't provide much guidance on what forms to use and why. In ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/funding/typical-startup-structure) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/26.png?width=760&height=428&name=26.png) Convertible Equity vs. Notes vs. Preferred Stock | SPZ Legal Hash Zahed | Feb 11, 2019 Convertible equity has gained popularity in Silicon Valley after Y Combinator made its Simple Agreement for Future Equity (or "SAFE") available for free and used it for all of its startups. Since ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/funding/convertible-equity-convertible-note-preferred-stock) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/22.png?width=760&height=428&name=22.png) California Securities Exemptions for Startup Funding Hash Zahed | Feb 8, 2019 When issuing "securities," it is necessary to pay attention to state "blue sky" laws, in addition to federal securities laws. If you are relying on a federal exemption that does not preempt state ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/funding/common-california-securities-exemptions-startups) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/federal-securities-exemption.jpg?width=760&height=428&name=federal-securities-exemption.jpg) Federal Securities Exemptions for Small Business Offerings Hash Zahed | Feb 6, 2019 If you offer securities for sale, the federal securities laws require you to register the securities with the Securities Exchange Commission unless an exemption applies. But what are some of the ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/funding/common-federal-securities-exemptions) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/55.png?width=760&height=428&name=55.png) The Legal Dangers of Using Privacy Policy Templates Hash Zahed | Dec 9, 2018 Creating a privacy policy isn’t optional anymore — it’s a legal and trust requirement. But many technology companies and startups are tempted to grab a free privacy policy template they find online. ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/data-privacy/privacy-policy-template-dangerous) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/38.png?width=760&height=428&name=38.png) The Legal Risks of Hiring Unpaid Interns for Startups Hash Zahed | Nov 13, 2018 As a startup or small business, hiring interns seems appealing. You need the help but don't have the budget to pay an employee. And the intern gets valuable experience and training. It's a win-win, ...](https://spzlegal.com/blog/employment/hiring-interns) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/44.png?width=760&height=428&name=44.png) California Nonprofit Filing Requirements & Deadlines Hash Zahed | Nov 5, 2018 As a California 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, you will have ongoing filing requirements. Here is a breakdown of the federal and California nonprofit filing requirements:](https://spzlegal.com/blog/nonprofit/california-nonprofit-filing-requirements) ## [![](https://spzlegal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/45.png?width=760&height=428&name=45.png) Nonprofit Lobbying Laws: What 501(c)(3)s Can & Cannot Do Hash Zahed | Jul 31, 2018 A common misconception is that 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations cannot engage in legislative advocacy, or lobbying. 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