Building a startup while still employed can create serious intellectual property disputes, especially when the new business overlaps with your current role.
Failing to file an 83(b) election on time can create major tax consequences and even disrupt a startup financing.
Failing to secure proper IP assignment agreements can jeopardize ownership and reduce a startup’s value during financing or acquisition.
Founders often struggle by overcomplicating simple decisions and underestimating complex processes, leading to costly delays and missteps.
DIY legal work on high-stakes matters can create expensive problems that are far harder to fix later.
A short-term fundraising mindset can create runway, cap table, and investor alignment problems that make future financing harder.
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