Joe Wallin
Joe Wallin is a leading startup lawyer in the Pacific Northwest and the founder of the Law of Startups. He represents companies from inception to exit, as well as investors, executives, and founders. His practice focuses on startups and emerging companies, angel and venture financing, and M&A transactions. Follow him on Twitter @joewallin
Employer’s Legal Guide to Stock Option Grants [Checklist]
If you want to grant stock options to employees, you want to take the time to do this right. To help, we put together this stock option grant checklist.
Accounting & Taxes,Startup Law
Choice of Entity: LLC vs. C Corporation
LLC vs. C Corporation tax advantages and disadvantages: The pros and cons of doing business as a C corporation versus an LLC taxed as a partnership.
The Problem with Deferred Compensation
Deferred compensation a mistake, and sometimes a costly one. The word "defer" is a dirty word in the law. Here are the problems with deferring salary.
Legal Guide to Revenue Loans
Startup lawyer Joe Wallin discusses revenue loans, an alternative financing instrument that helps businesses fund their growth.
4 Reasons Your Startup Shouldn’t Be an LLC
On the fence when it comes to incorporating your startup as an LLC? This post is for you!
Valuation Caps: Necessary or Evil?
Are you considering using convertible notes for your next round of fundraising? If so, it’s important to know what a valuation cap is — especially since it may be the key to convincing investors to take a chance on your company.
Accounting & Taxes,Startup Law
Warrants and Stock Options: Legalities and Tax Implications
Whether you're an entrepreneur or an investor, here's what you need to know on warrants and stock options.