Beware Of Your First Investor
This blog was originally published in November of 2018 but was revised in March of 2025 and is still accurate. We’re well aware of how critical it is for a startup to raise capital. I’ve yet to see a startup […]
Bringing Startup Culture To Law In Brazil
A Q&A with our 2018 YLAI Fellow Fabio Cendão, an attorney and entrepreneur from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, regarding his fellowship, his work in Brazil, and his time at Vela Wood and in Dallas.
Silicon Valley Review Overview
In Silicon Valley Review, we review each episode of HBO’s Silicon Valley and discuss how it applies to real startups.
Preparing for Funding Overview
Preparing For Funding is a series of Office Hours episodes about getting your company’s legal house in order before taking on funding.
The Trough of Sorrow is a period in the life of a startup in which the excitement of founding a startup has worn off, but before the business really hits its stride. Many startup founders experience this struggle, especially coming […]
Term Sheets 101: Convertible Debt v. Equity (Part 1)
If you’re a startup looking to raise capital, here is some of the basic language you need to know.
Term Sheets 101: Convertible Debt v. Equity (Part 2)
If you’re a startup looking to raise capital, here is some of the basic language you need to know.
Here’s Why Dallas Is Primed For ‘Series A’ Funding
Series A is coming in Dallas and here are three reasons why.
Finding Angel Investors In Texas
This blog was originally published in March of 2016 but was revised in May of 2025 and is still accurate. One of the most common questions I get from my startup clients is, “Can you help me find investors?” The […]