Simple insights, sharp foundations, built for startups.
Founder’s DOCKET
Founder’s Docket breaks down the structures — legal, strategic, and financial — that founders need to launch, grow, and protect what they create.
We publish insights from founders, business law professors, and consultants who care about helping startups get things right from the start.
WHY THIS MATTERS – BEHIND EVERY STRONG STARTUP
Formation Fundamentals
Choosing the wrong entity type can limit your fundraising options and increase tax burdens.
Skipping co-founder agreements risks confusion, conflict, and equity disputes down the line.
Fundraising & Ownership Clarity
SAFEs and convertible notes can dilute more than you realize—know how they work before signing.
A messy or outdated cap table is one of the fastest ways to lose investor interest.
Protecting What You’re Building
Without IP protection, your product, brand, or code can be used—or claimed—by others.
Verbal agreements and missing documentation often lead to expensive problems late.