Corporate Compliance & U.S. Market Entry
Helping businesses take root in the U.S. Hibee coordinates a structured corporate legal services framework, from company formation and ongoing corporate matters to industry-specific compliance.
Advanced Services
Corporate matters, financing and growth during operations, organized into four areas.
Governance & Equity
Equity vesting, the board and capital structure are tested first during financings and team changes.
Founder Exits & Equity
Vesting design, company repurchase vs. founder buyout, departure scenarios, non-compete terms, QSBS preservation and cap table clean-up.
Board Governance & Capital
Director appointment and removal, board structure, preferred vs. common stock, option pool expansion and investor rights coordination.
Operations & Compliance
Tax, employment, leasing and ongoing counsel covering the main day-to-day risks.
U.S. Tax Planning
Permanent establishment risk, multi-state sales tax and nexus, founder and executive tax planning, and cross-border tax coordination.
Employment & Labor Compliance
Employment agreements, contractor vs. employee classification, wage and overtime rules, and multi-state labor compliance.
Commercial Leasing
Lease review, personal guarantee exposure, CAM and hidden charges, renewal and termination rights, and negotiation support.
Outside General Counsel
Day-to-day legal support, vendor and landlord disputes, operational compliance and coordination with outside counsel.
IP & Brand Protection
Trademarks, confidentiality and patents that secure ownership of your brand and technology.
Trademark Registration & Enforcement
USPTO applications (up to 3 classes), brand and logo protection, cease-and-desist letters and enforcement strategy.
NDAs & Trade Secrets
Confidentiality agreements, trade secret protections and confidentiality terms for vendors and employees.
Patents & IP Assignment
Utility patent applications, founder and employee invention assignments, and clear IP ownership for financing.
Website Compliance & Fundraising
Website terms and financing documents that must be in place before facing customers and investors.
Website Legal Compliance Package
Terms of sale, terms of service, privacy policy, cookie and tracking disclosures, and auto-renewal terms.
Fundraising Readiness Package
Governance clean-up, investor due diligence preparation, SAFE and convertible note review, and cap table review.
One-on-One Business Consultation
Tell us your company's stage and industry, and we will recommend the services that fit.
