Startup Legal Counsel

    Legal Foundations for Startups

    From incorporation to funding rounds, we help founders build companies on solid legal ground without breaking the bank.

    Industry Expertise

    Built for Startup Speed

    Clearview understands that early-stage companies need fast, practical legal support, not billing by the hour for every email.

    1

    Formation & Structure

    We help founders choose the right entity type, structure equity properly from day one, and avoid the expensive mistakes that haunt companies at Series A.

    2

    Fundraising Support

    From SAFE notes to priced rounds, we help founders navigate fundraising and investor negotiations. We know what investors expect and what founders should protect.

    3

    IP Protection

    Your technology and brand are your most valuable assets. We ensure proper assignment, protection, and documentation from the start.

    4

    Commercial Contracts

    Customer agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership deals that protect your business while closing deals quickly.

    Who Clearview Serves

    Startups We Can Help

    From pre-seed to Series B, we support founders at every stage of growth.

    Pre-Seed

    Idea stage and first hires

    Seed Stage

    Product-market fit phase

    Series A

    Scaling operations

    Series B+

    Growth and expansion

    Bootstrapped

    Self-funded companies

    VC-Backed

    Venture-funded startups

    Technical Founders

    Engineers building products

    Repeat Founders

    Serial entrepreneurs

    Legal Matters

    Startup Legal Matters We Handle

    Comprehensive legal support for every stage of startup growth.

    Incorporation

    Setting up your company with the right structure, jurisdiction, and founding documents for growth and investment.

    Founder Agreements

    Equity splits, vesting schedules, IP assignments, and other founder arrangements that prevent disputes later.

    Fundraising Documents

    SAFE notes, convertible notes, term sheets, and priced round documents that protect founder interests.

    Employee Equity

    Stock option plans, RSU programs, and equity compensation that attracts talent while managing dilution.

    Commercial Agreements

    Terms of service, customer contracts, and vendor agreements built for startup velocity.

    IP Assignment

    Ensuring all intellectual property is properly assigned to the company from founders, employees, and contractors.

    Common Questions

    Startup Legal FAQ

    Ready to build on solid legal foundations?

    Let's discuss your startup, your plans, and how we can help you grow.