Personnel
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Frequently Asked Questions
When expanding internationally, attracting and managing talent on a global scale can present numerous challenges. To build strong teams across borders, companies must take a thoughtful approach, considering the legal, ...
Equity compensation – such as stock options or grants of restricted stock[1] – can be a valuable tool for startups trying to attract and retain top talent. To avoid costly ...
Working for a startup can be a great resume and experience builder. Given the abundance of eager and available student labor, can your startup hire an unpaid intern? For most ...
At-will employment means that an employer can alter or terminate an employment relationship at any time for any reason, provided the reason isn’t illegal, or even for no reason at ...
In the United States, securities offered to a company’s employees, consultants, or advisors, such as restricted stock or stock options, must be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ...
Many venture-backed startups incentivize employees by offering a portion of their compensation as equity. This allows employees to benefit from their contributions and share directly in the company’s growth. In ...
Federal and state employment laws mandate that employees receive at least minimum wage in cash for hours worked. Payment in equity-only does not meet this requirement. Usually, a founder’s service ...
Note: The following information is relevant only for U.S. taxpayers. You should consult with a personal tax advisor about whether an 83(b) election is appropriate for your own tax situation. ...
Vesting acceleration is the concept of speeding up the vesting of a person’s equity under specific conditions. Two main types are “single-trigger acceleration” and “double-trigger acceleration.” Single-trigger acceleration allows a ...
Stock vesting is a legal and risk management tool by which a person gradually earns the right to keep their equity in a company. Equity typically “vests” over a set ...