Legal guide for startups

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Practical legal tips without unnecessary jargon. So your startup grows on solid foundations.

Company Basics

How to properly set up a Czech s.r.o. in 2026 — step by step

The s.r.o. (limited liability company) is the most popular legal form for Czech startups. It limits personal liability while remaining flexible enough for future investment rounds. But how do you do it right?

10 April 20266 min
Founders & Equity

The founders' agreement: why startups ignore it (and how that can destroy them)

Two friends. A great idea. A startup full of enthusiasm. And no founders' agreement. We hear this all the time. And we regularly see how it ends.

14 April 20267 min
Brand Protection

EU trademark vs. national trademark: what does your startup need?

You're building a brand. You're investing in a logo, name, and marketing. Then you discover someone else was using your name first. How do you avoid this — and which protection should you choose?

16 April 20265 min
Founder Tips

5 legal mistakes almost every startup makes (and how to avoid them)

We look at five of the most common legal mistakes we see startups make again and again. Each one can cost you a lot of money — or the company itself.

18 April 20266 min
Founders & Equity

Equity and ESOP: how to split company ownership so it actually works

One of the most important — and most contentious — aspects of any startup: who gets how much? And how do you motivate key people through equity?

20 April 20267 min
Founder Tips

When does a startup need a lawyer? (And when can you manage without one)

Lawyers are expensive. We know. And you don't need one for every situation. But for some things, you absolutely do. Here's a clear guide to when investing in a lawyer genuinely makes sense.

22 April 20265 min

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