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How to Find Angel Investors for Early-Stage Scaling Companies

01/06/2025

By John F. Cohan Introduction to Angel Investors Securing funding is a pivotal step for early-stage scaling companies aiming to expand their operations. Angel investors can be a valuable source of funds, …

CLIENT ALERT: Federal Court Enjoins CTA Enforcement; Jan 1 Deadline Stayed

12/05/2024

On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted a nationwide preliminary injunction in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et …

Client Update: US Corporate Transparency Act Reports Due By Year-End

11/21/2024

As you may have heard, the US Corporate Transparency Act requires many companies doing business in the United States to report information about the individuals who ultimately own or control …

Are Statutory Changes Coming to the Common Law Experimental Use Exception to Patent Infringement?

11/21/2024

By Todd Gerety The experimental use exception is a common law defense to patent infringement that was first articulated in Whittemore v. Cutter, 29 Fed. Cas. 1120 (C.C.D. Mass. 1813).  In …

Foundational Financing Puzzle Pieces

09/17/2024

I often have conversations about financing with passionate entrepreneurs.  The advice I give is that before approaching financing sources, it’s critically important to make sure that the company’s “foundational puzzle …

Massachusetts Passes Pay Transparency Law

08/28/2024

Calling all Massachusetts businesses: the state has enacted legislation that mandates pay transparency in the workforce. Governor Maura Healey recently signed into law “An Act relative to salary range transparency” …

What Entrepreneurs Should Expect in Equity Financing Term Sheets: Financial Terms

08/21/2024

Equity financing is a pivotal stage for startups seeking to scale operations and gain market traction. Understanding the terms that venture capital investor will request in connection with an equity …

Client Success Stories – RaySecur

07/08/2024

Alex Sappok – CEO, Raysecur Tell Us About Your Journey My journey actually starts growing up in an immigrant family. Both my parents moved to the US from Germany to a country …

Client Success Stories – Mirah

08/07/2024

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The Operating Agreement: Protecting Your New Business

05/23/2024

By Michael Brier Limited liability companies have become an increasingly common form of business organization, primarily because of ease of management. They are also easy to form: most states do not …

Hiring An Attorney For Your Corporation

05/08/2024

By Peter Moldave For founders embarking on their new journey, navigating the legal landscape can be a daunting task. Having the right legal counsel can make a significant difference in the …

Venture Capital Stories – Underscore VC

04/06/2024

Hi, I’m Jimmy Orsillo. I’m a General Partner and the CFO of Underscore VC, an early-stage venture firm here in Boston. My role is to support the back office of …

Angel Investor Series – Blair Heavey

07/19/2023

Hi, I’m Blair Heavey. I’m principal of Heavey Advisors. We help, advise, be on the board, and then invest in start-ups. Tell Us About Your Journey My journey started with big companies, …

Venture Capital Stories – LearnLaunch Fund Plus Accelerator

07/18/2023

My name is Jean Hammond. I’m the co-founder and general partner at LearnLaunch Fund Plus Accelerator. We work with Ed-Tech companies and workforce upscaling companies to build a better future. Tell …

Angel Investor Series – Anton Khinchuk

07/18/2023

Hi, I’m Anton Khinchuk and I’m an IT Professional with twenty-five years of experience. Tell Us About Your Journey I’ve been in IT for about twenty-five years. What I do is build …