Tech Startups

Our firm counsels technology businesses on a variety of formation, investment, IP protection, licensing, and commercialization issues.  Our clients include (but are not limited to) designers of photo sharing apps, gaming software (and related hardware components), university testing software and equipment, aviation apps, chemical testing equipment, and agricultural supplements.  Having a good idea is only the beginning.  It takes a team to realize the value of your intellectual property.  Whether you are just getting started, want guidance in "bootstrapping," need help as you consider raising capital, wish to license your intellectual property, or are ready to manufacture and/or distribute your creation, our attorneys and consultants have the experience to help you reach the finish line.

Our team has very unique experience in transnational licensing of software and equipment, especially with western European and southeast Asian counterparties.  Whether your business relationships take you across Texas or to the other side of the world, we are the team to guide you.

Before we explore your options, our attorneys and consultants take the time to learn about your business vision, goals, personal experience, and potential hurdles.  Please do not take offense if we ask very blunt questions: we need to know how much "runway" you have and how you plan to reach your goals.  We are active in the Austin tech scene and we understand the hurdles you may be up against.  We want you to be a success and are dedicated to playing our part to getting you there!

Sample Transactions:

• Guided clean tech startup on protecting its trade secrets, bootstrapping of initial growth stages, and then undertaking Series A financing (~$2 million)
• Led negotiations in licensing of proprietary chemical formula and company logo to channel partners in Vietnam, Philippines, and Mexico ($1 million)
• Counseled consumer app developer on convertible note from angel investor ($0.5 million)