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  1. HR person checks startup employment contracts on iPad

    Nine must-haves for startup employment contracts

    06/12/2021

    Protect your Australian startup by ensuring your employment contracts include these 9 essential clauses, covering everything from IP ownership and confidentiality to termination and employee duties.

  2. Best business structure for a startup

    What’s the best structure for my startup?

    24/11/2021

    Starting a business is a daunting process with many complex decisions along the way. One of the first decisions you must make as a founder is choosing the optimal business structure for your startup.  There are various considerations in making…

  3. Trademarks, domain ownership, and IP protection

    A startup’s roadmap to trademarks, domain ownership, and IP protection

    17/11/2021

    Starting a company is an involved process, and one of the most important steps is to protect your company’s intellectual property (IP).  You can protect your business by protecting its IP. The success of your business lies in the value…

  4. 5 questions startups must ask before hiring legal representation

    5 questions startups must ask before hiring legal representation

    09/11/2021

    Don’t hire legal help blindly. Discover the 5 essential questions every startup founder should ask a lawyer—from fee transparency to industry-specific experience.

  5. What are the seven legal mistakes startups should avoid

    7 Legal Mistakes Startups Should Avoid

    28/10/2021

    Don’t let avoidable legal errors sink your startup. From “leaky” employment contracts to IP protection, discover the essential legal steps every founder needs to take.

  6. Employee share options - ESS & ESOP

    What you need to know about Employee Share Options

    21/10/2021

    Thinking of offering equity to staff? Learn how Employee Share Schemes (ESS) and Option Plans (ESOP) work, including ATO startup concessions and vesting schedules.

  7. Raising capital in startups

    How to raise capital in startups

    08/10/2021

    Navigate the capital-raising process with confidence. Discover how to protect your equity, choose the right investors, and use term sheets to streamline negotiations.

  8. How to protect your assets in a startup

    Protecting your assets in a startup

    28/09/2021

    Protect your startup’s IP and personal assets. Learn how a dual-company structure (Holding and Operating) and discretionary trusts can safeguard you from legal risks.

  9. Non-disclosure agreement for startups

    What is a non-disclosure agreement for start-ups?

    15/09/2021

    Before you share your big idea, ensure you’re protected. Discover how Non-Disclosure Agreements safeguard your startup during investor pitches, hiring, and partnerships.

  10. Why Startup Lawyers are Crucial?

    Why Startup Lawyers are Crucial?

    07/09/2021

    Don’t let legal mistakes sink your startup. Learn the key ways a startup lawyer adds value, from seed stage through to exit, and why generalists aren’t enough.