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What Is The GLS Legal Journey

The GLS Startup Legal Journey is a carefully curated collection of must-read legal resources designed to help startup founders confidently navigate the legal complexities of building and scaling their business.

Packed with practical insights, expert guidance and actionable strategies, this resource equips entrepreneurs with the legal knowledge they need to tackle critical challenges at every stage of growth. From business incorporation and intellectual property protection to contracts, compliance, and investor agreements, these essential readings empower you to make informed legal decisions - so you can focus on innovation and expansion with peace of mind.

Explore the key legal topics that every startup should master. Below is the table of contents:

14 PHASES

Startup Legal Journey

PHASE 1

The Great Idea

• Legal Mistakes Made By Startups: IP Issues
• Developing your Product / Offering
• Types of Intellectual Property Rights (IP) and Monetising your IP

PHASE 2

The Founders

• Legal Mistakes Made By Startups: Co-Founder Conflicts
• Things Every Founder Should Know
• Avoiding Disputes between Founders
• Dispute Avoidance For Startups
• Protecting Your IP

PHASE 3

Getting Going – With Help

• What are Representations and Warranties?

PHASE 4

Incorporation & Set Up

• Creating Financeable IP
• Company Legal 101 Basics &  Entering the Market
• Company Incorporation and Founders Agreements
• What Business Vehicle Is Right For You?

PHASE 5

Trading Online

• Establishing your website
• Key Website Agreements
• Data Protection Issues
• Website-related Risks

PHASE 6

Getting your First Sales

• What is an invoice?
• What is an Effective Contract?
• Sales of Goods & Services Agreements

PHASE 7

Getting your First Employees

• What is an Employment Agreement?
• Employees vs Consultants 

PHASE 8

Bedding Down Your Operations

• What Agreements Do You Need?

PHASE 9

Early Stage Funding

• Friend and Family Funding
• Startup Accelerators vs Startup Incubators
• Dealing with Investors
• Dealing with Investors - Shareholders’ Agreement

PHASE 10

Round A Investment

• Controlling your Board
• Joint and Several Liability of Founders
• Representations and Warranties

PHASE 11

Scaling your Business

• Managing Conflict and Disputes

PHASE 12

Round B Investment

• Minority Shareholder Protection

PHASE 13

Exit Strategies

PHASE 14

Startup Legal Essentials

• The Most Common Legal Mistakes Made by Startups
• What Can You Do When Your Clients Refuse to Pay You?
• What makes for a Well Drafted Contract?
• Limited Liability Company (LLC)
• Accessing Effective Legal Support