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I will draft a tech startup employment agreement with stock options
Licensed US Attorney, Tech Startup, IP Defense and Corporate Law
I am Douglas William Ackerman (Bar No. #115037), a licensed U.S. attorney specializing in intellectual property, corporate structuring, and tech startup law. I help founders, developers, and creators ...
About this Gig
Attracting top talent to your startup requires offering equitybut poorly drafted stock options can destroy your company's capitalization table and future valuation.
As a licensed U.S. corporate attorney (Bar #115037), I draft precision-engineered employment and equity agreements that protect the founders while remaining attractive to top-tier hires.
My agreements guarantee:
- Clear Vesting Schedules: Implement standard 4-year vesting with 1-year cliffs to retain talent.
- IP Assignment: Ensure every line of code or idea created belongs 100% to your startup.
- At-Will Protection: Protect your right to terminate effectively.
- Confidentiality: Lock down your trade secrets.
Whether you are hiring your first senior developer or a C-suite executive, your contracts must be legally binding and structured for future venture capital scrutiny.
Stop using risky online templates for your most critical hires. Message me with your specific state jurisdiction and hiring goals, and let's build an agreement that scales with your startup.
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FAQ
What is a vesting cliff?
A "cliff" is a qualifying period (usually 1 year) an employee must work before any stock options vest. If they leave before the cliff, they get zero equity.
Does this include an NDA?
The basic and standard packages include standard confidentiality clauses. The Premium package includes a standalone, rigorous NDA and Non-Compete agreement.
Are these agreements tailored to my state?
Yes. Employment law varies heavily by state (e.g., California's strict rules on non-competes). I tailor the agreement to your startup's jurisdiction.
Can you draft agreements for independent contractors instead?
Yes. Just let me know when you order, and I will draft a Contractor Agreement with equity rather than a W-2 Employment Contract.
What information do you need to start?
I will need your company name, state of incorporation, employee details, salary, equity percentage/shares, and your desired vesting schedule.
