I will write founder agreements, shareholder contracts and equity vesting
Licensed US Attorney, Tech Law, SaaS and Software Contracts
About this Gig
The number one cause of startup failure isn't a bad productit's founder disputes. I am Ronald Ira Karz, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #134764), and I ensure your companys internal structure is legally sound from day one.
I draft comprehensive corporate governance documents that dictate exactly how your startup is run, how equity is earned, and what happens if a co-founder quits or underperforms.
My drafting services cover:
- Co-Founder Agreements
- Shareholder Agreements
- Equity Vesting Schedules (e.g., 4-year vesting with a 1-year cliff)
- Intellectual Property (IP) Transfer to the Company
- Buy-Sell Agreements
Crucial Scenarios I Protect You From:
- A co-founder quitting in month two but keeping 50% of the company.
- Deadlocks in voting and decision-making.
- What happens in the event of death, disability, or firing of a founder.
- Founders refusing to transfer the trademark or code to the corporate entity.
Protect your equity and your relationships by getting the rules in writing now. Choose your package and place your order today.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
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International
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Commercial
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FAQ
What is equity vesting?
Vesting means founders earn their shares over time (usually 4 years). This prevents a founder from taking half the company and quitting immediately.
What is a 1-year cliff?
It means if a founder leaves or is fired before their 1-year work anniversary, they walk away with 0% equity. I highly recommend this for all startups.
What is a Buy-Sell agreement?
It is a critical clause that dictates exactly how a founder's shares are bought back by the company if they leave, die, or are terminated.
Does the company automatically own the app idea?
No! The founders own it until they legally transfer it to the company. My agreements include strict IP assignment to fix this.
How fast can you draft this?
Turnaround times are listed in the gig. Because I do not require discovery calls, I can begin drafting the moment you submit your requirements.
