Bylaws

Glossary Term

Formal rules adopted by a corporation that establish how it will be governed.

Cooley Protect – Patent Resource Center

Create and Protect

Cooley Protect is a free resource designed by Cooley’s patent counseling & prosecution team.

Introducing Cooley GO in Asia

Cooley GO in Asia offers the same free founder-focused legal resources and document generators that the US and UK ecosystems have come to trust.

Time Talent Treasure: Advice for Nonprofits on Choosing Board Members

The three contributions Board of Directors should bring to an Organization, Time, Talent or Treasure.

Too Small, Too Big, Just Right: The Goldilocks Size for a Nonprofit Board

This article provides reader with tips and factors to consider when deciding on the size of board members for a Nonprofit Organization.

Wholly Owned Subsidiary Incorporation Package Generator

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Download core documents for the initial incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary as a Delaware C-corporation, including a certificate of incorporation, bylaws, and more.

FAQ: Delaware Public Benefit Corporations

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A Delaware public benefit corporation (PBC) is a for-profit corporation intended to produce a public benefit and operate in a responsible and sustainable manner. A PBC must be managed in a way that balances the interests of the company's stockholders, key stakeholders, and a specific public benefit.

25 Considerations in Preparing for an IPO – for Technology Companies

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Whether you're ready to IPO or getting ahead of yourself, it never hurts to read up on our 25 considerations in preparing for your IPO.

PBC Incorporation Package (Delaware)

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Download the core set of documents that our Delaware public benefit corporation startup clients generally need in connection with their initial incorporation, including a certificate of incorporation, bylaws, stock purchase documents, and more.

Officer

Glossary Term

Officers of a company have more formal responsibility and authority than rank-and-file employees and are responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of the company.

Secondary Sales of Private Company Stock

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There are several considerations that a private company should take into account when deciding whether to engage in, and how to structure, secondary sales of its stock (also referred to as a liquidity round).

Incorporation Package (Delaware)

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Download the core set of documents that our startup clients generally need in connection with their initial incorporation, including a certificate of incorporation, bylaws, stock purchase documents, and more.

25 Considerations in Preparing for an IPO

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Whether you're ready to IPO or getting ahead of yourself, it never hurts to read up on our 25 considerations in preparing for your IPO.

Should You Have Founder Shareholder Agreements?

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Most high growth companies that are set up for venture capital funding don’t use a stockholder agreement.

What Decisions Need Approval From Your Board of Directors?

Board and Advisors

While the board of directors delegates to officers of a corporation (such as the president), the authority to manage “day-to-day” matters, material actions require prior board approval.

Why and How Do You Maintain a Corporate Minute Book?

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It is extremely important to keep excellent records. Over the life of your company, you will be asked on any number of occasions to provide evidence of Board approval of certain actions.

What You Need to Know About Board Meetings and Record Keeping

Board and Advisors

Proper preparation for board meetings and good record keeping practices can protect you and save you money.

Corporations: The Basics

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Learn the basics about what a corporation is before you decide what entity your business should take.

Founder Basics:Founder’s Stock, Vesting and Founder Departures

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Learn what you need to know about stock grants to founders, including vesting, "cliffs", transfers, and what happens on the sale of the company or a founder departure.

Founder Basics:
Founder’s Stock, Vesting and Founder Departures

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Learn what you need to know about stock grants to founders, including vesting, "cliffs", transfers, and what happens on the sale of the company or a founder departure.