TECH STARTUP FOUNDERS AGREEMENT
A Tech Startup Founders Agreement provides a clear framework for the co-founders of a tech company. It sets clear expectations, protects intellectual property (IP), and ensures legal compliance while addressing potential conflicts as the business grows. Here's a deeper dive into its components and importance:
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OVERVIEW
A crucial legal document that establishes the rights, responsibilities, and expectations of the founders, helping to prevent disputes and misunderstandings. It outlines the division of equity ownership, roles and responsibilities, and a vesting schedule to ensure shares are earned over time, protecting the company if a founder exits early. The agreement assigns ownership of intellectual property created for the startup to the company and details decision-making processes, including how disputes or deadlocks will be resolved. It also specifies capital contributions, whether financial or non-financial, and includes terms for founder compensation. Exit clauses define what happens if a founder leaves, including buyout terms, share rights, and non-compete agreements. Additionally, confidentiality clauses protect sensitive company information, and dissolution terms explain how assets are distributed if the company shuts down. Overall, a Founders Agreement provides a solid foundation for aligning the founders’ vision, structure, and operations while ensuring legal and investor readiness.
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