Entrepreneurial Law

Startup Development:

• Entity Formation and Securities: Guiding entrepreneurs in selecting optimal business structures (e.g., LLCs, C-corps) and navigating complex securities regulations, including drafting private placement memoranda and ensuring compliance with SEC filings for investor protection.

• Public Offering Preparation: Assisting startups with the legal intricacies of initial public offerings (IPOs), including preparing registration statements, coordinating with underwriters, and ensuring adherence to public market regulations.

Workforce Management:

• Employment and Labor Law: Developing detailed workplace policies, drafting employment contracts with non-compete clauses, and ensuring compliance with federal wage laws (e.g., FLSA) and Oklahoma safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).

• HR Compliance: Advising on labor law updates, conducting audits to ensure adherence to anti-discrimination laws (e.g., Title VII), and resolving HR-related disputes to maintain a lawful work environment.

Funding Strategies:

• Capital Raising: Drafting and negotiating term sheets, equity agreements, and convertible notes for venture capital or angel investments, leveraging experience from KVC Dominion Capital to secure favorable funding terms.

• Investor Relations: Ensuring legal compliance in investor communications, preparing disclosure documents, and managing due diligence processes to build trust with potential investors.

Growth Facilitation:

• Business Scaling: Supporting expansion through legal frameworks for new partnerships, franchising agreements, and market entry strategies to drive sustainable growth.

• Intellectual Property: Securing trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets through registration and enforcement strategies to protect innovative products and brand identity.