Today we dive  into the world of legal strategy for startups with Charu Satia, startup attorney and Partner at Silicon Legal Strategy. With more than a decade of experience under her belt, Charu provides invaluable insights into the array of key legal issues startup founders need to be aware of from inception to exit.
Charu explains why it makes sense to bet on your startup&#8217;s success by investing in a solid legal foundation early on. From entity formation to IP protection, equity structuring to commercial agreements, Charu highlights the critical areas where legal counsel plays a pivotal role in minimizing risks and maximizing opportunities for startups.
We discuss: 
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<li>The importance of working with legal counsel from an early stage to avoid costly cleanup and delays during fundraising or M&A due diligence</li>
<li>Common pitfalls of opting for shortcuts like free online legal templates (hint: it may cost you more in the long run!)</li>
<li>Actionable advice for startup founders around building a network of supportive partners </li>
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 Tune in to gain valuable insights from Charu Satia and learn how to lay the groundwork for your startup&#8217;s success with strategic legal counsel.
Silicon Legal Strategy specializes in corporate transactional work, serving as trusted advisors throughout the entire lifecycle of startups. To learn more about their laser focus on helping entrepreneurs succeed, visit: www.siliconlegal.com.
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Legal 101 for Startups

Today we dive  into the world of legal strategy for startups with Charu Satia, startup attorney and Partner at Silicon Legal Strategy. With more than a decade of experience under her belt, Charu provides invaluable insights into the array of key legal issues startup founders need to be aware of from inception to exit. Charu [&hellip;]