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Spark - A Startup & Venture Capital Law Blog
Benefits of LLCs for Startups and Founders
In my last post, I discussed why most high-growth, venture-backed startups elect to do business as C Corporations. In this post, I focus on the unique benefits offered by LLCs…
Spark - A Startup & Venture Capital Law Blog
Why Most Startups Incorporate as C Corporations
In our initial posts, we discussed formation considerations for startups and founders, including choice of entity considerations. In those posts, we assumed that the startup would opt for a state…
The Securities Law Blog
SEC Small Business Advocacy Office Delivers Report to Congress on Capital Raising for Startups to Small Public Companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation issued its 2024 Annual Report today to Congress and the Commission. The report is a comprehensive…
Spark - A Startup & Venture Capital Law Blog
Formation Considerations for Startups and Founders: Part 2
We’re back with part two of our discussion of formation considerations for startups and founders. Items one through four were covered here. 5. Transfer Restrictions on Shares. Founders should consider…
Spark - A Startup & Venture Capital Law Blog
Formation Considerations for Startups and Founders: Part 1
If you’re reading this, you’ve likely decided to take the leap and found a startup. Or, you’re at least thinking about making the leap. Startup founders are faced with a…
Startup GC Business Law Insights
Securities Law Tips for Startups
By Paul Swegle
As you might guess from this old picture from my days in the SEC's Enforcement and Corporation Finance divisions, I’ve been thinking about these issues for a few years…. Before…
Schneiders & Associates Blog
Start-up Business: When Is the Best Time to Consult with a Lawyer?
Starting a new business is an exciting and challenging journey requiring careful planning and strategic decision-making. However, new businesses sometimes overlook one crucial aspect of starting a business: consulting an…
The CLS Blue Sky Blog
How Common Venture Capital Investors Are Reshaping the Startup Landscape
By Jillian Grennan, Michelle Lowry
The venture capital (VC) industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past two decades with the emergence of common VC investors — that is, VC firms that hold ownership…
eDiscovery Today Blog
VCs Are Still Pouring Billions into Generative AI Startups: Artificial Intelligence Trends
By Doug Austin
Despite some recent concerns, no slowdown in enthusiasm! Apparently, VCs are still pouring billions into generative AI startups! The post VCs Are Still Pouring Billions into Generative AI Startups: Artificial…
IP Brief
Accelerating Innovation for New Inventors: Inside the First-Time Filer Expedited Patent Pilot Program
Most inventors can attest to the surprise they felt upon learning that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) likely will not respond to their first patent application for…