Product Description

Hear an overview of the types of equity funding instruments available to early-stage companies, including simple agreements for future equity, convertible notes, and preferred stock financings. Learn the pros, cons, and typical use-cases for each instrument, and walk through the process of closing a transaction of each type—from term sheet through completion of post-closing securities filings. Along the way, the presenters share tips for guiding clients through a funding transaction to a successful closing, provide practical advice on transaction management, and highlight traps for the unwary. Bring your questions!

Agenda & Materials

• 12:00 - 12:05 pm

  Welcome and Introduction

  Steven M. Ayr, Esq., Casner & Edwards LLP , Boston
  Peter F. Cifichiello, Esq., Bowditch & Dewey LLP , Boston
  Bethany A. Grazio, Esq., Ruberto, Israel & Weiner, PC , Boston
  
• 12:05 - 12:20 pm

  Overall Funding Basics

  Panel
  
• 12:20 - 12:35 pm

  Preferred Stock Financing

  Panel
  
• 12:35 - 12:50 pm

  Convertible Notes

  Panel
  
• 12:50 - 1:05 pm

  SAFEs

  Panel
  
• 1:05 - 1:20 pm

  Friends & Family Rounds

  Panel
  
• 1:20 - 1:35 pm

  Securities Compliance

  Panel
  
• 1:35 - 1:50 pm

  Practice Tips

  Panel
  
• 1:50 - 2:00 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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