I will draft a legally binding US startup cofounder agreement
Licensed US Attorney : Bulletproof Legal Frameworks for Startups
About this Gig
Entering into a business with a co-founder is like a marriage; hoping for the best is not a strategy. As a licensed U.S. attorney (Bar #367567), I draft ironclad Co-Founder Agreements to protect you when disagreements arise, the business pivots, or a founder decides to walk away.
A legally binding Co-Founder Agreement is critical for establishing how decisions are made, how equity is handled, and what happens in worst-case scenarios.
Key elements I can include based on your chosen package:
- Voting rights and day-to-day decision-making authority
- Deadlock resolution (how to break a tie if founders disagree)
- Right of First Refusal (ROFR) and buyout mechanics
- Founder removal/termination clauses
- Confidentiality and non-compete obligations
I do not use fill-in-the-blank forms. I apply rigorous legal standards to draft a contract that reflects the exact dynamics of your specific partnership. Secure your professional relationship and your business assets by investing in a premium, attorney-drafted contract.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
Document type:
Founders agreement
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FAQ
What happens if a co-founder leaves the company?
I will draft specific exit clauses detailing whether they forfeit their equity or if the company has the right to buy their shares back.
Can this agreement be modified later?
Yes, I include an amendment clause that allows the founders to update the agreement in writing as the business scales.
Do you draft for LLCs or C-Corps?
This agreement is applicable to founders of both LLCs and Corporations (including Delaware C-Corps).
