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When a startup decides to pursue an exit, whether through a merger or acquisition, the deal structure involves many variables. These decisions aren’t one-size-fits-all; they depend heavily on factors ...

Preparing for a potential acquisition can be daunting, especially when you consider the level of scrutiny involved. Buyers will want a comprehensive look behind the scenes, examining your company’s ...

Incentivizing employees, advisors, and contractors with equity is a game-changer for startups because it helps gets everyone on the same page when it comes to the company's success. When you give ...

Although restricted stock and stock options are by far the most common tools to provide team members with the opportunity to participate in the upside of a startup, at times it may make sense to use ...

Starting a company often involves an initial rush to get things off the ground, and that often means splitting equity quickly based on originally envisioned splits. But as the company grows and roles ...

When a company needs to compensate someone for their services without using traditional options or stock grants, alternative methods like SAFEs, Notes, and Warrants often come into consideration. ...

When it comes to compensating employees beyond their salary, equity in the company can be a powerful motivator. This means that employees, and sometimes advisors or contractors, get to participate in ...

Incentivizing employees, advisors, and contractors with equity is important because it aligns their interests with the company's success. By giving your personnel a stake in the business, they become ...

**UPDATE** On Tuesday, August 20, a federal judge in Texas issued a nationwide injunction on the FTC's non-compete ban described below. This means that, as of now, the FTC's non-compete ban will not ...

We are thrilled to announce that Hannah Porter has joined our team as Startup Counsel! Hannah brings extensive expertise as a corporate transactional attorney. Her impressive background in working ...