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83(b) Election: The 30-Day Tax Trap Every Founder Misses
You just incorporated your startup. You and your co-founder split the equity, set up a four-year vesting schedule with a one-year cliff, and moved on to building product. You have a company. You have ...
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Letter of Intent to Buy a Business: What to Include and Why It Matters
What goes in a letter of intent to buy a business, which terms are binding, and how to protect yourself. A practical guide for buyers and sellers.
Read articleParticipating Preferred Explained: What Founders Need to Know Before They Sign
Participating preferred stock explained for founders. How double-dip liquidation preferences work, what they cost you at exit, and how to negotiate better terms.
Read articleWhat a Contract Dispute Lawyer Does (And When You Need One)
What a contract dispute lawyer handles, when to hire one, what the process looks like, and how much it costs. A practical guide for business owners facing a breach.
Read articleThe Illiquidity Premium: What Founders Should Understand About How Investors Think About Locked-Up Capital
The illiquidity premium explained for founders raising capital. How investor psychology around locked-up money shapes valuations, terms, and deal structure.
Read articleSAFE vs. Convertible Note: A Connecticut Founder's Guide
SAFE vs convertible note: what each one is, how caps and discounts work, a side-by-side comparison table, and how Connecticut founders choose between them.
Read articleWhat Is a Fractional General Counsel? (And Do You Need One?)
Fractional general counsel gives your company part-time in-house legal leadership. What the role covers, how pricing works, and how to tell if you're ready.
Read articleOutside General Counsel Cost vs. Full-Time Hire: The Math
How much does outside general counsel cost vs. in-house counsel? A plain breakdown of salaries, retainers, and fractional general counsel pricing models.
Read articleHow to Choose a Startup Lawyer in Connecticut
Choosing the right startup lawyer in Connecticut can make or break your company. Here is what to look for, what to avoid, and how to get the most value.
Read articleWhat Should Be in Every SaaS Master Services Agreement
A master services agreement (MSA) is the backbone of every SaaS deal. See the nine clauses yours needs: SLAs, data terms, liability caps, IP, and exit terms.
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