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The Non-Negotiables in a Startup’s First Client Contract

  Landing your first paying client is a big win. But before you send out an invoice or start the work, one step can protect everything you’re building: the contract. Startups often skip this or rush through it. A quick email agreement or recycled PDF might feel faster, but that shortcut usually costs more later…. Read more »


The Startup Lawyer’s Toolkit: Essential Legal Services for Tech Entrepreneurs

  Founders make hundreds of decisions a week. Some shape the product. Others affect hiring, marketing, or shipping. But the decisions that touch on legal? Those are the ones that stick because they lay the foundation that the rest of the company builds on. Getting things right legally is about moving smarter. With the right… Read more »


What Does an ‘Internet Lawyer’ Even Do? (And Why Tech Startups Need One Yesterday)

  Startups running online platforms, SaaS tools, or marketplaces deal with more legal issues than most people realize. You’re building in the digital space, which comes with evolving rules. From privacy regulations and IP protection to platform policies and user content issues, you’re operating in a legal landscape specific to the internet. That’s where an… Read more »


Smart Contracting for Startups: How to Keep It Legal Without Slowing Down

  Startups live and die by speed. Shipping fast, closing deals, and testing new ideas are what keep them competitive. But moving fast doesn’t mean skipping legal. The real win is knowing which legal steps matter most, and building a system that keeps things clean without creating friction. Contracts are one of those key systems…. Read more »


Scaling a Startup? These Are the Contracts You Shouldn’t DIY

  You’re building a product, hiring fast, pushing weekly updates, and legal contracts feel like a pile of admin you don’t have time for. But here’s the thing: the wrong contract (or no contract) can mess with your revenue, IP, and ability to scale. An innovative startup doesn’t try to do it all alone. Especially… Read more »


Due Diligence in Commercial Transactions: What It Is and Why It Matters

In any commercial transaction – whether it’s the sale of a business, a merger, or a significant partnership – due diligence is a critical step that can make or break the deal. It’s a deep dive into the details before signing on the dotted line. It’s about uncovering risks, verifying information, and ensuring that what… Read more »


Why Data Privacy Can Make or Break Your Business (And What to Do About It)

  Data privacy is no longer optional, but is your business ready? Data privacy isn’t just a legal checkbox—it’s a business game-changer. Customers are getting more thoughtful about how their data is used, regulators are cracking down, and businesses that don’t take privacy seriously are losing trust and, in some cases, getting hit with massive… Read more »


Why Fractional General Counsel is the Secret Weapon for Scaling Startups

Scaling a startup is all about making smart decisions fast. Legal considerations are baked into almost every major business move from negotiating contracts to protecting intellectual property. But let’s be real—most early-stage startups can’t afford a full-time legal team, and the traditional law firm model isn’t exactly built for fast-moving, budget-conscious founders. This is where… Read more »


The Anatomy of a Strong Business Contract: Insights from a Commercial Contract Lawyer

  Contracts are the backbone of any business relationship. Whether you’re closing a deal with a client, hiring a contractor, or partnering with another company, a well-drafted contract ensures that everyone knows what to expect—and what happens if things go wrong. Yet, too many businesses cut corners when it comes to contracts. They grab templates… Read more »


Legal Counsel for Startups: Essential Services Every Founder Should Know About

Startups push out new ideas, partnerships, and investors faster than one can keep up with. But with all that momentum, legal matters often take a backseat. That is, until a contract goes sideways, a compliance issue pops up, or a funding deal falls apart because the legal groundwork wasn’t set up properly. But with the… Read more »


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