Ashitha discussed those legal strategies that every startup should be mindful of while launching your product in international markets. These issues range from corporate structuring to securities compliance, option plans to equity issuances and IP strategy to labor laws.
Take away’s from the session: Learn about the top 10 legal mistakes that start-ups can avoid. Specifically relevant to Indian entrepreneurs looking to enter the US market.
Presentation by Ashitha Bhagwan @ TiE Open House on September 25, 2013
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TOP LEGAL MISTAKES STARTUPS ENTERING THE US MARKET
SHOULD AVOID
SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
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2. Failure to ensure compliance with FCPA and immigra/on laws
Check the immigraCon status of all founders: if sponsorship is required by the startup, you need good immigraCon counsel.
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