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4.24.25
College for Clients Series: Start-Up Dilution & Waterfall Math: Deconstructing the Certificate of Incorporation
The certificate of incorporation is one of the most important documents in establishing your company, especially if you take on venture investment—and yet the words remain an unintelligible mix of legalese to many. For example, what does it mean for assets to be distributed "pari passu"? What is "participating preferred"? What is "broad-based weighted average antidilution protection" and how does it differ from "narrow-based protection" or "full ratchet"?
WSGR Events
5.23.24
College for Clients Series: VC Financing Fundamentals – Demystifying and Negotiating the Legal Documents
Raising money for your start-up can be daunting, especially when navigating the complex world of venture capital financing. That's why we are excited to be offering a new class in our College for Clients series, "VC Financing Fundamentals: Demystifying and Negotiating the Legal Documents." This session will shed light on the five main documents used in a VC financing. From the foundational Certificate of Incorporation to the Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement, Investors' Rights Agreement, Voting Agreement and Right of First Refusal and Co-Sale Agreement. We will delve into the purpose of each document and unveil the primary points of negotiation. Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to better navigate the financing landscape and understand how the choices you make today can impact your company in the years to come.
WSGR Events
10.19.23
College for Clients Series: Startup Dilution & Waterfall Math
The certificate of incorporation is one of the most important documents in establishing your company, especially if you take on venture investment—and yet the words remain an unintelligible mix of legalese to many. For example, what does it mean for assets to be distributed "pari passu"? What is "participating preferred"? What is "broad-based weighted average antidilution protection" and how does it differ from "narrow-based protection" or "full ratchet"?
WSGR Events
4.15.21
College for Clients Series: Start-Up Dilution and Waterfall Math
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to present the College for Clients Series: Start-Up Dilution and Waterfall Math. This session provides an introduction to the certificate of incorporation and to understanding the actual calculations indicated by the language. The certificate of incorporation is one of the most important documents in establishing your company, especially if you take on venture investment—and yet the words remain an unintelligible mix of legalese to many. For example, what does it mean for assets to be distributed "pari passu"? What is "participating preferred"? What is "broad-based weighted average antidilution protection" and how does it differ from "narrow-based protection" or "full ratchet"?