Founder Dispute: AKA Founder Divorce Series (Chapter Two)
Is There Such a Thing as an Amicable Founder Divorce?
The quick answer is yes. The long answer: it depends.
Founders often separate because of internal disputes, but that’s not always the case.
Sometimes, one founder simply wants or needs to step away — because of burnout, a better career opportunity, family obligations, or illness. Whatever the reason, it’s important to understand what an amicable exit should look like.
Founder Dispute: AKA Founder Divorce Series (Chapter One)
Can You Be Removed From Your Startup?
It’s a question many founders never think about until conflict arises: Can you actually be removed from your own startup? The short answer is yes, under certain circumstances. Here’s how it typically works under standard Silicon Valley startup structures.
Section 280G and Golden Parachutes: What Founders, Executives, and Investors Need to Know
When a company is sold or goes through a merger, executive payouts, often called “golden parachutes,” tend to get a lot of attention. These payments can be a way to reward and retain top talent during big changes, but they also come with strict tax rules under Section...
Pro Rata Rights: Why Startups Should Grant Them Sparingly
What Are Pro Rata Rights? Pro rata rights are an anti-dilution protection that allows existing investors to maintain their ownership percentage in a company over time. If granted, these rights give the investor the option (not obligation) to invest additional capital...
