Selecting legal counsel for your new venture is one of the first decisions you’ll have to make as a startup entrepreneur – and it’s one you shouldn’t take lightly. While corporate counsel typically doesn’t have a lot of complex work early on, there’s a good chance you will be with that person or firm throughout the life cycle of your company.As your company matures, the legal issues you’ll be asking your lawyer to tackle will become more demanding. You’ll need someone in your corner you value and respect.
Here are some tips to ensure you make the right decision:
Narrow the universe. Do your homework in advance of reaching out to potential targets. Look for an attorney who has represented companies in your space. That person will be familiar with, and be able to anticipate, many of the issues you are likely to face.
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Author: Caine Moss
