SaaS Founders
Legal Foundations for Software Companies
From terms of service to enterprise contracts, Clearview helps SaaS founders build legally sound businesses ready for growth and investment.
Why SaaS Founders Choose Clearview
Clearview understands the SaaS business model and provides practical legal solutions that support your product, protect your IP, and prepare you for scale.
SaaS-Native
Clearview works with software companies daily, understanding subscription models, usage terms, data handling, and industry standards.
Growth-Ready
Our documents and advice consider your future, including fundraising, enterprise sales, and acquisition, not just today's needs.
Practical Approach
Startup-friendly pricing and prioritization. We focus on what matters most at each stage of your journey.
Common Needs
How Clearview can help.
Terms of Service
Comprehensive SaaS terms that protect you from liability while meeting customer expectations and compliance requirements.
Privacy Policy & DPA
GDPR, CCPA, and PIPEDA-compliant privacy documentation that builds customer trust and meets enterprise requirements.
Enterprise Agreements
Custom MSAs for large customers who won't accept standard terms, negotiated to protect your interests.
IP Protection
Ensure your codebase, algorithms, and proprietary methods are properly protected through contracts and registrations.
Founder Agreements
Equity splits, vesting schedules, and founder separation agreements that prevent disputes as you grow.
Employment & Contractor Docs
Proper agreements for your team that assign IP, protect confidential information, and comply with employment law.
Common Challenges
Challenges SaaS Founders Face
Software businesses face unique legal challenges that require specialized expertise.
Enterprise Sales Negotiations
Large customers demand custom terms, security questionnaires, and contract negotiations that can stall deals for months.
Privacy Compliance
GDPR, CCPA, SOC 2, and industry-specific regulations create a complex web of requirements for handling customer data.
IP Ownership Clarity
Ensuring all code and innovations belong to the company, especially when using contractors or open-source components.
Investor Readiness
VCs and acquirers will scrutinize your legal foundation. Clean cap tables and proper documentation prevent deal delays.
International Expansion
Serving customers globally requires understanding data transfer rules, local entity requirements, and regulatory considerations.
Deep Dive
Working with SaaS Founders.
"Connor was extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and thorough throughout the entire process. He took the time to clearly explain each step, made everything feel straightforward, and ensured everything was done properly and strategically."
Wilson L.
Our Philosophy
Clearview's approach.
Founder-Friendly
Clearview understands startup constraints. Pricing and prioritization reflect what actually matters at each stage of growth.
Future-Focused
Every document Clearview creates considers your next milestone, whether that's your first enterprise customer or Series A.
Responsive Partner
Deals don't wait. We respond quickly to time-sensitive negotiations and provide the support you need when you need it.
Related Expertise
Practice areas Clearview offers.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to build on a solid legal foundation?
Let's discuss your SaaS documentation, compliance needs, and growth plans.