I will draft a startup founder equity plan and vesting agreement
Licensed US Attorney Expert Startup Equity Founder Agreements
About this Gig
Welcome! I am James T. Wada, a Licensed US Attorney (Bar #001720).
A poorly structured cap table can destroy a startup before it even launches. "Dead equity"where a founder leaves early but keeps a massive share of the companyis the #1 reason investors walk away from early-stage deals.
I provide legally rigorous, investor-ready Founder Equity Plans and Vesting Agreements tailored to your startup's specific corporate structure.
What I Provide:
- Clear Vesting Schedules (Standard 4-year with 1-year cliff, or custom)
- Good Leaver / Bad Leaver Provisions
- Acceleration Clauses (Single or Double Trigger)
- Transfer Restrictions
- Strict compliance with US corporate standards
Why Choose Me?
You are not getting a recycled internet template. You are getting a precision-drafted agreement from a licensed US attorney who understands what venture capitalists and angel investors require during due diligence.
Protect your company, protect your co-founders, and secure your cap table. Select the package that fits your team size and place your order today to get started.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
Document type:
Founders agreement
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FAQ
What is a "Cliff" in a vesting agreement?
A cliff is a waiting period (usually 1 year) before any equity legally vests to a founder or employee.
Does this apply to LLCs or C-Corps?
I can draft these agreements for both LLCs (operating agreements/units) and C-Corps (stock).
What information do you need to start?
Upon ordering, you will fill out a quick questionnaire regarding founder names, share amounts, and your desired vesting timeline.

