Contracts for startups
As an experienced lawyer for start-ups, I have seen time and again how crucial professional contracts are for the long-term ...
Tag: Financing
When a handshake is not enough
In the start-up scene, it is not uncommon for services such as web design or software development to be commissioned ...
15 common misconceptions about terminology in the startup sector
As a lawyer who advises many start-ups and young entrepreneurs, I often come across errors in the use of technical ...
Dual holding structure: Does it make sense for startups?
Start-ups and young companies are often faced with the question of the optimal corporate structure. One option that can offer ...
Why professional partners value professional contracts
As a lawyer who advises many young startups and influencer marketing agencies, I often hear the opinion that written contracts ...
Convertible loans in startup financing: legal considerations and current developments
Introduction Convertible loans, also known as convertible loans, are a key instrument in startup financing. They enable young companies to ...
Smart Contracts, DeFi and AI: Innovative Business Ideas and their Legal Challenges in IT Law
In a recently published LinkedIn post, it was announced that the interface between smart contracts, decentralized financial systems (DeFi) and ...
10 aspects computer game developers should look for in a publishing contract
A publishing contract can be the turning point in any game developer's career, contributing to the growth and success of ...
Acquire clients? I prefer trust building!
Today I would like to vent and address a topic that has been burning under my nails for a long ...
Legal Due Diligence: Your Guide to a Successful Startup Financing or Divestiture
Introduction As an attorney specializing in, among other things, startup financing, I have the opportunity to assist my clients in ...
Blockchain strategy of the German government: an insight into the legal aspects
Introduction: It has been a while since the German government published its position paper on blockchain strategy. This document, which ...
GAME founds exploitation company!
In an exciting but certainly trend-setting development, the GAME Bundesverband, the leading association of the German computer games industry, has ...
Successfully raising investments through crowdinvestment: opportunities, risks and legal pitfalls for startups
Introduction to crowdinvestment for startups Crowdinvestment is an intriguing way for startups to raise capital without relying on traditional funding ...
The invaluable value of well-drafted contracts: Promoting legal certainty, legal peace and entrepreneurial growth
Introduction: Contracts - the foundation of the business world In my years of practice as a contract specialist, I have ...
BGH: There are no negative interest rates
In its ruling of May 9, 2023, the XI Civil Senate of the German Federal Court of Justice, which is ...
Why startups should be careful with high investments: 5 reasons pro and contra
Five reasons against rash, high investments As a lawyer and consultant, I would first like to point out to young ...
How startups get funded: An overview from seed to venture capital
Every startup needs financial support to grow and implement its ideas. There are several ways to fund startups, from seed ...
The final draft of MICAR (Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation) is available: A rough overview of the content
The final draft of MICAR (Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation) is now available and marks a significant step in the ...
Blockchain and DLT technology: How they promote democracy and strengthen DAOs’ right of participation
In this blog post, I venture a thought experiment and gather opinions to find out whether the use of blockchain ...
Investors and Startups – Business Consulting and Contracts for a Successful Startup Evaluation in Germany
Support for startups in Germany in valuation for seed investors In this short introductory post, I would like to present ...