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Where founders
meet funding.

Where ambition
meets execution.

Where ideas
meet investment.

Legal support for founders building the future. From incorporation to funding rounds, we help startups move fast without breaking things.

Why Founders Choose Baystone

Startup-focused legal expertise from lawyers who understand the founder journey.

01

Founder-Friendly Approach

We provide practical advice, not just legal theory. Our lawyers understand the startup journey and deliver commercially sensible solutions that work for early-stage companies.

02

Funding Round Expertise

From SAFEs and convertible notes to priced equity rounds, we've guided hundreds of founders through fundraising. We know what investors expect and protect your interests.

03

Cap Table & Equity

ESOP design, vesting schedules, and founder agreements done right from day one. Clean cap tables make future rounds smoother and more successful.

04

Commercial Contracts

Customer agreements, SaaS terms, and partnership contracts that protect your business while enabling growth. Scalable templates that evolve with your company.

Your Startup Journey

A structured legal framework that grows with your company.

01

Incorporation & Structure

Right entity, right jurisdiction, right foundation for growth

02

Founder Agreements

Clear equity splits, vesting, and IP assignment from the start

03

Funding Documentation

SAFEs, convertible notes, and term sheets that protect founders

04

Commercial Contracts

Customer agreements and partnerships that scale with you

05

Ongoing Support

Fractional general counsel as your startup grows

Common Pitfalls We Help You Avoid

Early mistakes can create major problems during funding rounds. Our specialists ensure your startup is built on solid legal foundations.

Messy cap tables
Unclear founder vesting
Poor IP assignment
Weak investor protections
Non-standard SAFE terms
Missing employee agreements

Ready to Build Your Startup?

Book a free consultation with our startup specialists. We'll help you navigate the legal landscape and set your company up for success.

Free Initial Consultation
Fixed Fee Options
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