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If you plan to raise venture capital, a Delaware C-Corp is almost always the right choice -- investors expect it, and the legal infrastructure supports complex equity arrangements. If you are bootstrapping or running a lifestyle business, an LLC may offer more flexibility and tax advantages. We help you evaluate the trade-offs based on your specific plans.

Before you incorporate. The decisions you make at formation -- entity type, state of incorporation, founder equity splits, IP assignment -- are expensive to fix later. Even a single consultation before you file paperwork can prevent costly mistakes.

A SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is a fundraising instrument that gives investors the right to receive equity in a future priced round. It is simpler and faster than convertible notes -- no interest rate, no maturity date. SAFEs are the standard instrument for early-stage fundraising, but the terms (valuation cap, discount, MFN) matter significantly and should be negotiated carefully.

We offer fixed-fee pricing so you know the cost before work begins. Basic incorporation packages start at a fixed fee. More complex work like fundraising support or full outside general counsel is priced based on scope. We also offer monthly retainer arrangements for startups that need ongoing legal support. Contact us for a specific quote.

Not a founder agreement per se, but you still need proper corporate formation documents, IP assignment from yourself to the company, and board resolutions. If you are a solo founder now but plan to bring on a co-founder later, getting the corporate structure right from the start makes that transition much cleaner.