What Is Crowdfunding? Rewards vs. Equity Crowdfunding for Startups
How rewards-based and equity crowdfunding work, what Regulation Crowdfunding requires today, and how it compares with Rule 506 and Regulation A.
Lifeblood of the US Economy
By Eric H. Milliken, a San Francisco Attorney In the vast expanse of the U.S. economy, it’s easy to be enamored by the giants: the Fortune 500 companies that dominate headlines and shape national economic narratives. However, it’s crucial to recognize and...
What Is Venture Capital? A Guide for Startup Founders
An overview of venture capital for founders: how VC funds work, funding stages, key legal terms in a venture deal and the trade-offs of taking VC money.
The Art of the Startup Pitch: What to Say and What the Law Requires
How to build a clear, compelling startup pitch and deck, and the securities, IP and diligence issues founders should handle before pitching investors.
What Is a California Benefit Corporation? Rules, Pros and Cons
How California benefit corporations work, how they differ from certified B Corps and other mission-driven structures, and the trade-offs for founders and investors.
Contract Preparation Tips Every California Business Should Know
Practical contract preparation tips for California businesses, from defining the deal and drafting clear terms to risk allocation and California-specific rules.
