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.

What You Should Know About SAFEs

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What is the difference between convertible notes and SAFEs? Though they are similar in some respects, SAFEs have some distinctive characteristics that you should be aware of.

Maturity Date

Glossary Term

The maturity date is the date on which the holders of a promissory note or other indebtedness can demand repayment under the promissory note or other indebtedness.

Negotiating the Venture Debt Term Sheet

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If venture debt is a better option for you than doing an equity round, here are some key concepts you should understand before executing the term sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions: Convertible Debt

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How do you show convertible debt on your cap table? Can you bring investors in at different times? What happens if you can't repay your investors? Check out the answers to these and several more frequently asked questions about convertible debt and convertible notes.

Primer on Convertible Debt

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Many early stage companies use convertible debt for their initial fundraising. This article identifies and explains the basic terms of convertible debt.