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Your Business's Growth Blueprint: Why Solid Legal Documents Matter

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Every successful business owner has ambition to grow, scale, and take his/her company to the next level. However, there’s one critical, often overlooked aspect that can make or break a business’s ability to get to that level:...more

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The IP Landmine That Can Kill Your Startup’s Exit: Avoiding Common Ownership Pitfalls

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Unclear intellectual property (IP) ownership can pose significant challenges for startups, especially during a sale process (i.e., M&A) or investment rounds. Investors and buyers meticulously examine the chain of title for IP...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Board Dynamics in Venture-backed Startups

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In a venture-backed startup, the composition of the Board of Directors plays a pivotal role. The selection of board members impacts the organizational balance of power, decision-making processes, investor confidence, and the...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

OLNS#13 – M&A in German Tech: A Playbook for Buyers and Sellers - English

About the Orrick Legal Ninja Series – OLNS In substantially all of the major world markets, we have dedicated technology lawyers who support young German technology companies on their growth trajectory through all stages. As...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Golden Seeds 20 Years Later: The Legacy of the Wall Street Women Who Built the Largest Angel Network That Invests in Women

Golden Seeds is celebrating its 20th year of investing in promising women-led companies. Since its founding in 2004, Golden Seeds has become one of the largest angel networks in the country and is, by far, the largest that...more

Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP

Top Legal Mistakes to Avoid When Seeking Funding: The Role of Legal Due Diligence

Advanced planning for an early stage equity financing can significantly smooth the path for startups, helping to identify opportunities and avoid setbacks. A critical part of the process is the investor’s legal due diligence....more

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Political Nexus in Indian Startups: Essential Checks for Investors

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As the Indian startup ecosystem continues to thrive, attracting substantial investments from around the globe, investors are increasingly eyeing opportunities within this burgeoning market. However, investing in Indian...more

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NCSC Warns U.S. Startups and Investors of Foreign Bad Actors with Money to Spend

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Last week, the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (“NCSC”), the Office of Economic Security and Emerging Technologies (“OESET”) and other coordinating government agencies issued a warning to U.S. venture...more

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Disclosure Schedules: What Are They and How Do They Fit into My Deal?

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Disclosure schedules are arguably one of the most arduous and time-consuming deliverables on the company-side or seller-side of any transaction. Whether, as  part of the management of your startup, you are tasked with driving...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Venture Coalition Commitments Encourage Responsible AI Development in Absence of Regulatory Guidance

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In November 2023, Responsible Innovation Labs (RIL), a coalition of technology industry founders and investors focused on responsible innovation, published a set of guidelines for AI development and investment titled...more

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Navigating the VC Highway: How Savvy Founders Take the Driver’s Seat in Investor Relationships

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When it comes to securing funding for their ventures, many founders are focused on one thing: money! While obtaining financial support is undoubtedly critical, it’s not the only consideration, and in fact, it’s just the...more

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Navigating the AI Frontier: Legal and Operational Insights Into Generative AI

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In our ever-changing technological environment, artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to exert its influence on numerous sectors, revolutionizing our approach to work. As businesses and organizations worldwide adopt...more

Lippes Mathias LLP

Venture Capital: A Primer

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Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity and a type of financing where investors invest in early-stage companies which they believe to have long-term, highgrowth potential. Accredited investors, family offices,...more

McDermott Will & Emery

[Event] Negotiating Venture Deals in a Down Market - February 16th, London, United Kingdom

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Join our upcoming breakfast and learn panel: Negotiating Venture Deals in a Down Market. The panel will include some of London’s leading venture capital investors and topics will include: - Latest trends in VC term...more

Willcox & Savage

Do Your Due Diligence: Startups and Secondary Transactions

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Following reports that record numbers of investors in private startups are exploring selling equity before an IPO or liquidity event, it’s important to remember that secondary sales often pose issues that are not present in a...more

K2 Integrity

Asking the right questions: Lessons from U.S. vs Elizabeth Holmes

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Asking questions is the simplest thing to do, but the hardest thing to do well. Last week, a jury in San Jose, California found Elizabeth Holmes guilty of conspiracy and wire fraud following her breath-taking scheme to...more

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[Webinar] Digital Health Venture Series, Part 1: What to Look For When Investing in Digital Health - December 8th, 1:00 pm - 2:00...

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The unique business opportunities created by digital health companies can carry heightened regulatory risks. As investors increase their focus on the digital health sector and as digital health companies engage in more...more

Winstead PC

[Webinar] Investing in Universities - Intellectual Property Due Diligence: A Critical Prerequisite to Funding Startup Companies -...

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Join us for a webinar series on Investing in University Startup Companies. Topics discussed include intellectual property due diligence for venture capital transactions. We are grateful for our guest panelists Technium....more

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[Webinar] Investing in Universities - Legal and Financial Due Diligence: Looking Under the Hood - June 8th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT

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Join us for a webinar series on Investing in University Startup Companies. Topics discussed include legal issues, financial structures and implications, and intellectual property due diligence for venture capital...more

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[Ongoing Program] Life Sciences Dealmaking Symposium 2020 - November 17th, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm EST

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In a year marked by unexpected challenges and rapid change, staying connected with industry peers and keeping a watchful eye on market trends, policy developments and collaborations in the life sciences space is crucial to...more

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[Ongoing Program] Life Sciences Dealmaking Symposium 2020 - Part 3 - November 10th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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In a year marked by unexpected challenges and rapid change, staying connected with industry peers and keeping a watchful eye on market trends, policy developments and collaborations in the life sciences space is crucial to...more

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[Ongoing Program] Life Sciences Dealmaking Symposium 2020 - Part 2 - October 27th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

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In a year marked by unexpected challenges and rapid change, staying connected with industry peers and keeping a watchful eye on market trends, policy developments and collaborations in the life sciences space is crucial to...more

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[Ongoing Program] Life Sciences Dealmaking Symposium 2020 - Part 1 - October 20th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

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In a year marked by unexpected challenges and rapid change, staying connected with industry peers and keeping a watchful eye on market trends, policy developments and collaborations in the life sciences space is crucial to...more

Fenwick & West LLP

Key IP Considerations in Corporate Venture Capital Transactions

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Corporate venture capital—venture investing by large corporations and other institutions for both financial and strategic objectives—has grown significantly over the last decade and has become an integral part of the...more

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Security Interest v. License Agreement: Low Tech Precautions for the High Tech Investment

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In this exciting age of startups, the market is brimming with opportunities for individuals and entities alike to invest in emerging companies. Today’s rapid rate of technology development justifies investors’ eagerness to...more

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