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TL;DR: Startup founders and investors can potentially exclude up to 100% of capital gains from federal taxes on the sale of Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS), resulting in tax savings of up to $10 million (or more in some cases). To qualify, the stock must be originally issued by a C-corporation, held for at least…

TL;DR: Managing legal expenses is critical for startups to avoid costly mistakes and set the foundation for growth. Engage the right startup-focused lawyer early to align legal strategy with your goals and prioritize legal needs based on your startup’s growth stage. Use fixed-fee services for predictability, maintain organized legal documents, and build a strong, trust-based…

TL;DR: Biotech startups are revolutionizing fields like medicine, life science and environmental science, but they face significant legal hurdles when seeking funding. Key legal considerations for funding biotech startups include choosing the proper corporate structure, distributing and documenting founder equity, building a solid team and IP portfolio, developing a strategic funding approach and preparing for…

Raising startup seed funding often is a challenging process for startup founders. Many startup founders, especially the “do-it-yourselfers,” will make mistakes that adversely affect their chances of securing funding or negatively impact their startup’s future. When planning how to get funding for your startup, knowing what not to do can be as important as knowing…

As you prepare to raise seed funding for your startup, you must understand the key funding structures, terms and legal issues that will likely arise at the term sheet stage and during the negotiations for the final startup funding documents. With proper knowledge and the guidance of an experienced startup attorney, you will be prepared…