Raising Capital For Your Startup

March 09, 2018
Every start-up founder should have a basic grasp of some of the ways they can secure financing for their company, so to that end let's take a crash course on some familiar and some not-so-familiar ways to raise money.

Blog Bite: What is the nature of transaction letters of intent?

November 09, 2017
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explores the nature of transaction letters of intent or (LOI's). An LOI is typically used as the first step of a deal and should briefly outline the key elements of the proposed transaction.

Letter of Intent / Investor Term Sheet

November 03, 2017
A Letter of Intent (often referred to as an LOI) or an Investor Term Sheet is a document that is often used between a potential investor and a company to settle the material terms and conditions of an investment.

Should I ask potential investors to sign an NDA before pitching my idea?

April 07, 2017
A startup, like any new business, is inherently risky, and you’ll want the venture to be as financially and legally secure as possible. But more than that, it’s kind of your baby. It’s something that you have created, and obviously you don’t want someone taking that away from you.

Legal Tips and Tricks: Deal Negotiations Using an LOI/MOU

March 30, 2017
Often, companies will try to secure a Letter of Intent or Memorandum of Understanding ("LOI/MOI") from a potential contracting counterparty, for the purpose of outlining the high-level terms of a contractual relationship and to help demonstrate the viability of a project.

Damages in the event of misrepresentation

October 27, 2016
When an individual makes statements that have the purpose of inducing an individual to enter into a contract, then a representation (a convincing statement) and possibly a warranty (a guarantee of a period of fitness, or some other quantity) will exist. The statements that are made when negotiating a contract are legally binding.

Legal Tips & Tricks: Negotiating an Agreement should Start with a Blank Page

September 09, 2016
When entering into an important contract, take the time to discuss with your business partners, advisors and legal counsel, to make sure that you are clear about your opportunities and risks.  In this article, we describe four simple steps to follow to make sure that your interests are protected when negotiating an agreement.