Founders' Agreement Negotiation Playbook
Founders’ Agreement Negotiation Playbook with Legal Terms
Set your startup on the right track from day one. This playbook helps founders navigate key deal terms, align on roles and responsibilities, and avoid common legal pitfalls. With practical negotiation tips and lawyer-drafted language, you’ll be empowered to build a solid, fair agreement that supports long-term success.
Establish clear expectations, responsibilities, and equity arrangements among startup founders to prevent disputes. This Playbook is designed to provide a practical reference for reviewing, negotiating, and drafting Founders' Agreement terms. It outlines commonly negotiated terms, explains their implications, and offers negotiation tips and fallback positions.
A downloadable Word version of the Founders' Agreement Negotiation Playbook.