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Notes from the front line

Hard facts about rounds and IP protection

We analyze clauses in contracts that realistically affect control in your software house. Money likes silence, but knowledge of traps must be public.

Negotiations· November 12, 2024

How not to give away 38% of your company too early

We describe common founder mistakes during the first funding round. Learn why a quick transfer from an investor might mean losing influence over the board next year.

— Robert Mazur, Managing Partner

Law & IP· December 5, 2024

3 traps in Term Sheet agreements from Q3 2024

We analyze the clauses that most frequently appeared in investment documents in recent months. Check what to watch out for in sections regarding liquidation and preferences.

— Andrzej Zieliński, IP Specialist

Diplomacy· January 14, 2025

Why a lawyer is not enough in tough negotiations

A lawyer checks the paragraphs, but a diplomat checks the intentions. We explain how to mentally prepare for a 6-hour meeting with a VC fund without losing face.

— Robert Mazur, Managing Partner

Law & IP· October 22, 2024

Source code protection in B2B contracts

A practical guide on how to construct contracts with subcontractors so that copyrights always return to your company. Specific clause examples for IT.

— Marta Kowalczyk, Legal Analyst

Management· September 18, 2024

Conflict in the Board: How to Break the Impasse

When partners stop agreeing, the company loses momentum. We present 4 mediation steps that allow you to avoid decision-making paralysis in critical moments.

— Robert Mazur, Managing Partner

Exit Strategy· February 2, 2025

IP Audit before selling the company – is it worth it?

Before you put out an offer, check if your patents are secure. A lack of organized IP documentation can lower a company's valuation by 23% in one day.

— Andrzej Zieliński, IP Specialist

Have a Term Sheet on the table? Don't sign it alone.

Our first document analysis usually takes up to 4 business hours. We act without unnecessary words, focusing on the risk to your control over the company.

We guarantee full discretion. Upon request, we send our standard NDA template before the talk.