I often have conversations about financing with passionate entrepreneurs. The advice I give is that before approaching financing sources, it’s critically important to make sure that the company’s “foundational puzzle …
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When Does My Patent Expire?
Patents can be used to protect your innovations. There are different types of patents that can be obtained through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In particular, utility patents …
Code of Conduct in the Workplace
There are many reasons an organization may consider implementing codes of conduct for their workforce. Some companies are subject to regulations that make it a requirement, but a good code …
The Operating Agreement: Protecting Your New Business
By Michael Brier
Limited liability companies have become an increasingly common form of business organization, primarily because of ease of management.
They are also easy to form: most states do not …
Securing Your Business From Cyber Threats
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and ever-evolving cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data, and responding effectively to cyberattacks have become critical priorities for businesses of all sizes. Gesmer …
Hiring An Attorney For Your Corporation
By Peter Moldave
For founders embarking on their new journey, navigating the legal landscape can be a daunting task. Having the right legal counsel can make a significant difference in the …
Client Success Stories – Wicked Good Cookies
Tell Us About Your Journey
My journey, let’s see, I grew up with two brothers and my father was in the high-tech business, had a successful company. I’ve always been …
Trademark Protection and Cannabis Products
By Shannon Nolley
Protection of trademark rights in the United States is only given to those products and services that are considered legal at the federal or state level. While individual …
Update to California Law Outlawing Noncompetes
For companies with employees in California, it has long been accepted practice that noncompeteprovisions in employment agreements are unenforceable. California courts have ruled that suchprovisions are invalid under California’s general …
Angel Investor Series – Steve Walsh
My name is Steve Walsh and I’m the founder of a company called Hands On Angel, which is an early-stage ecosystem centered around early-stage founders. I help them do three …
Client Success Stories – Opti
Interview with David Rubinstein, President of Opti
Tell Us About Your Journey
It’s been a great journey. My career, I was probably one of the early founders of a high tech company …
Rebranding and Protecting Your Trademarks
By Shannon Nolley
A company’s brand encompasses both tangible and intangible elements that represent how a company is perceived by its customers. It is how it sets itself apart from its …
Client Success Stories – CrowdComfort
Interview with Eric Graham, CEO of CrowdComfort
Tell Us About Your Journey
I’ve been an entrepreneur at heart my entire life. Prior to CrowdComfort, I’d been in the building energy technology space. …
What is Due Diligence in a Financing or Acquisition Transaction and Why Is It Important?
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By Peter Moldave
As part of discussions about a possible financing or acquisition transaction, the parties will normally want to “perform due diligence.” This refers to the investigation of a …
The Unique Challenges of Cannabis M&A Deals
By Sarah Richmond
The cannabis industry has gained such broad acceptance over recent years that it’s hard to remember that recreational cannabis was not legal in any US state until 2012, …