Emily Wu
Stories by Emily Wu
LAW
How To Use AI in Legal Drafting
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way lawyers draft contracts, corporate documents, and internal memoranda. Used properly, it can significantly reduce drafting…
TECH
How to Use AI for Legal Drafting
Artificial intelligence is becoming a regular feature of legal drafting workflows in corporate and securities practice. Its use spans everything from generating…
FINANCE
A Guide To Cryptocurrency Regulations
For entrepreneurs building in the digital asset sector, cryptocurrency law is not just a policy debate. It directly affects how they design…
FINANCE
A Guide To Corporate Bankruptcies
In challenging economic times, even well-established companies can face financial distress. When debts outweigh assets and obligations cannot be met, bankruptcy may…
GROW
From Idea to Launch: Your Step-by-Step Roadmap to Entrepreneurial Success
Starting a business is both an exciting and daunting endeavor. Known for its entrepreneurial spirit and robust economic infrastructure, the U.S. offers…
GROW
A Guide To International Business
In a world of globalization, you may be wondering about the best way to do business abroad (or, if you are currently…
GROW
Navigating Contracts Amidst Tariff Turbulence
Many entrepreneurs remain on standby as tariff rates and news headlines change and reverse daily. As the 90-day pause on tariffs looms,…
GROW
How Parallel Funds Help You Expand Beyond Investor Limits
If you are an emerging fund manager, you may have wondered about the maximum number of investors that can subscribe to your…
FINANCE
Secondary Transactions in Startups! What are Some Key Considerations for Founders and Investors
Once a startup gains traction, it’s common for its investors to think about selling their shares at a profit before things could…
GROW
Non-Profit vs. For-Profit! Which Model Is Right for Your Startup?
Bootstrapped founders in the process of choosing the type of business entity to form may find themselves allured by non-profit organizations, which…
GROW
Ready to Move Your Business to the U.S.? An Expert Guide Awaits
Are you thinking about moving all or part of your business to the U.S.? What types of entities do you need to…
TECH
Essential Data Protection Strategies Every Tech Startup Needs
Do you have a tech platform that collects personal information from users? What types of personal information need to be protected, how…
GROW
Are You Setting Up An LLC? Here’s What You Need To Know
Are you in the process of forming an LLC? What is the right structure for you, and what are the legal steps…
FINANCE
PPMs or Term Sheets – Which Document Is Best for Your Fund?
While private placement memorandums (PPMs) were traditionally one of the most important documents in fund formation, in recent years, they’ve somewhat fallen…
GROW
Introduction To Business Partnerships
If you’re in the first steps of entering into a business partnership, you may be wondering about the legal pitfalls to look…
FINANCE
Key Considerations in Term Sheet Negotiations
In my previous article, I went over some legal clauses that are a common point of negotiation in term sheets. But other…
LEARN
Essential Steps for Planning Your Startup Exit Strategy
Regardless of what stage your startup is at, you may have thought about ways to eventually exit it. Common ways include merging…
FINANCE
Secondary Transactions – A Legal Guide for Investors
Are you an investor looking to transfer your interest in a company or fund to another investor? If so, then you may…
FINANCE
A Guide To Venture Debt
Without revenue, startups may find it difficult to access traditional lenders for short-term financial needs. Venture debt provides startups with a flexible…
FINANCE
The Strategic Use of Convertible Notes in Startup Investments
In recent years, investors have increasingly preferred convertible notes over SAFEs as a way to invest in startups. As a hybrid of…