If you want to raise money and exit – plan from Day 1.

Venture financings have sometimes dragged on for months (or blown up altogether) because the founders had made a legal mistake years ago without knowing it, and it went unnoticed until it was too costly to fix – or too late.

The Founder Memo shares tactical tips and insights on things you should do and should not do from Day 1 so that you raise your round in less time, with less fees, and with less hassle.

A cup of coffee can save your startup

Every so often, get content that helps you avoid mistakes that can cost you time, money – or even your startup:

• Fundamentals about legal concepts

• Curated tweets, posts, and videos

• Tools and resources

• Highlighted ecosystem members, such as lawyers, investors, vendors.

You’ll be done with the email before you’re done with your coffee (well, maybe unless it’s an espresso).

Your barista-at-law,

Stepan

A bit about me: I’m a former corporate lawyer with 10+ years of experience helping 100s of companies navigate the legal journey, including early-stage startups and unicorns. I quit my private practice to start Corpora and help founders raise money faster and more affordably.