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I will draft a co founder agreement with equity vesting for your startup
Licensed US Attorney Bar 002059 Securing Your Startup's Future
I am Stanley M. Morishige (Bar #002059), a licensed US attorney dedicated to protecting startups and founders. With deep expertise in corporate law, I specialize in drafting airtight founder agreement...
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Hello, I am Stanley M. Morishige, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #002059).
"Dead equity"where a co-founder walks away early but keeps a massive chunk of your companykills startups. The only way to prevent this is through a legally binding Co-Founder Agreement with a strict Equity Vesting Schedule.
I draft sophisticated vesting agreements that protect the founders who stay and work hard. Investors expect to see vesting schedules; without them, you will struggle to raise capital.
What I provide:
- Vesting Schedules: Time-based or milestone-based equity distribution.
- The "Cliff": Clauses ensuring no equity is earned if a founder leaves within the first year.
- Acceleration Clauses: Single or Double-trigger acceleration in case the company is acquired.
- Good Reason / Cause Definitions: Legal protections regarding termination.
- IP Assignment: Ensuring the startup actually owns the product being built.
Do not leave your hard work unprotected. Order now to get an investor-grade vesting agreement drafted by a licensed legal professional.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
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International
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Commercial
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FAQ
What is an equity vesting schedule?
Vesting means founders earn their shares over time (usually 4 years) rather than getting them all on day one. It protects the company if someone leaves.
What is a 1-year cliff?
A cliff means a founder must stay for at least one year to earn any equity. If they leave at month 11, they get 0%.
Why do investors care about vesting?
Investors want to ensure founders are incentivized to stay and build the company. They will not invest if founders can leave with all their shares.
Can we do milestone vesting instead of time-based?
Yes, if you purchase the Standard or Premium package, I can draft vesting tied to specific company milestones (e.g., launching an app).
Are your documents US compliant?
Yes, as a licensed US attorney, I draft these to comply with US corporate and contract law.
Can we change the vesting terms later?
Yes, the agreement will include provisions allowing the Board of Directors or Founders to amend the terms in writing if necessary.
