Started a business project with partners?
Started a business project with partners?
Started a business project with partners?
Started a business project with partners?
With a founder agreement, you strengthen your collaboration and increase the chances of success for the joint project.
With a founder agreement, you strengthen your collaboration and increase the chances of success for the joint project.
With a founder agreement, you strengthen your collaboration and increase the chances of success for the joint project.
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Marco Fehr
Founder of the law firm Fehr Legal
Marco Fehr
Founder of the law firm Fehr Legal
Marco Fehr, founder of the law firm Fehr Legal
Marco Fehr
Founder of the law firm Fehr Legal
Marco Fehr
Founder of the law firm Fehr Legal
Customer profiles
Daniel Svonava
Founder Superlinked (USD 9.5m seed round)
Ex-Google Tech Lead
Consulting Areas:
- Startup Investments
- Startup Participation
- Protection of IP and Data RightsMona Ghazi
Founder Neuropreneur Institute
TEDx Speaker & LI Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Business Establishment in SwitzerlandFlurin Jenal
Founder Struckd (B2B Exit)
Forbes 30 under 30
Consulting Areas:
- Co-Founder Participation
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsJulia Rennenkampff
Founder of Seabird AG
ETH graduate & psychologist
Consulting Areas:
- Protection of IP Rights
- Employee ParticipationDaniel Koss
Startup Founder & Investor
Top Gaming YouTuber (CH)
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsAndrina Roediger
Owner Schoresch
Professional harpist
Consulting Areas:
- Company Acquisition
- Corporate Financing
- Protection of IP RightsDieter Borer
Marketing representative Europapark
Serial Entrepreneur
Consulting Areas:
- Structuring joint ventures (national and international)
- Shareholder rights
- Business planning and controlVipluv Aga
Founder Solextron AG
PhD in Experimental Fluid Dynamics (ETHZ)
Fields of consultation:
- Shareholder rights
- Employee participation
- Financing roundsMarvin Sangines
Startup Gründer & Investor
LinkedIn Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Startup Investments
Customer profiles
Daniel Svonava
Founder Superlinked (USD 9.5m seed round)
Ex-Google Tech Lead
Consulting Areas:
- Startup Investments
- Startup Participation
- Protection of IP and Data RightsMona Ghazi
Founder Neuropreneur Institute
TEDx Speaker & LI Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Business Establishment in SwitzerlandFlurin Jenal
Founder Struckd (B2B Exit)
Forbes 30 under 30
Consulting Areas:
- Co-Founder Participation
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsJulia Rennenkampff
Founder of Seabird AG
ETH graduate & psychologist
Consulting Areas:
- Protection of IP Rights
- Employee ParticipationDaniel Koss
Startup Founder & Investor
Top Gaming YouTuber (CH)
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsAndrina Roediger
Owner Schoresch
Professional harpist
Consulting Areas:
- Company Acquisition
- Corporate Financing
- Protection of IP RightsDieter Borer
Marketing representative Europapark
Serial Entrepreneur
Consulting Areas:
- Structuring joint ventures (national and international)
- Shareholder rights
- Business planning and controlVipluv Aga
Founder Solextron AG
PhD in Experimental Fluid Dynamics (ETHZ)
Fields of consultation:
- Shareholder rights
- Employee participation
- Financing roundsMarvin Sangines
Startup Gründer & Investor
LinkedIn Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Startup Investments
Customer profiles
Daniel Svonava
Founder Superlinked (USD 9.5m seed round)
Ex-Google Tech Lead
Consulting Areas:
- Startup Investments
- Startup Participation
- Protection of IP and Data RightsMona Ghazi
Founder Neuropreneur Institute
TEDx Speaker & LI Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Business Establishment in SwitzerlandFlurin Jenal
Founder Struckd (B2B Exit)
Forbes 30 under 30
Consulting Areas:
- Co-Founder Participation
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsJulia Rennenkampff
Founder of Seabird AG
ETH graduate & psychologist
Consulting Areas:
- Protection of IP Rights
- Employee ParticipationDaniel Koss
Startup Founder & Investor
Top Gaming YouTuber (CH)
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsAndrina Roediger
Owner Schoresch
Professional harpist
Consulting Areas:
- Company Acquisition
- Corporate Financing
- Protection of IP RightsDieter Borer
Marketing representative Europapark
Serial Entrepreneur
Consulting Areas:
- Structuring joint ventures (national and international)
- Shareholder rights
- Business planning and controlVipluv Aga
Founder Solextron AG
PhD in Experimental Fluid Dynamics (ETHZ)
Fields of consultation:
- Shareholder rights
- Employee participation
- Financing roundsMarvin Sangines
Startup Gründer & Investor
LinkedIn Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Startup Investments
Customer profiles
Daniel Svonava
Founder Superlinked (USD 9.5m seed round)
Ex-Google Tech Lead
Consulting Areas:
- Startup Investments
- Startup Participation
- Protection of IP and Data RightsMona Ghazi
Founder Neuropreneur Institute
TEDx Speaker & LI Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Business Establishment in SwitzerlandFlurin Jenal
Founder Struckd (B2B Exit)
Forbes 30 under 30
Consulting Areas:
- Co-Founder Participation
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsJulia Rennenkampff
Founder of Seabird AG
ETH graduate & psychologist
Consulting Areas:
- Protection of IP Rights
- Employee ParticipationDaniel Koss
Startup Founder & Investor
Top Gaming YouTuber (CH)
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Financing RoundsAndrina Roediger
Owner Schoresch
Professional harpist
Consulting Areas:
- Company Acquisition
- Corporate Financing
- Protection of IP RightsDieter Borer
Marketing representative Europapark
Serial Entrepreneur
Consulting Areas:
- Structuring joint ventures (national and international)
- Shareholder rights
- Business planning and controlVipluv Aga
Founder Solextron AG
PhD in Experimental Fluid Dynamics (ETHZ)
Fields of consultation:
- Shareholder rights
- Employee participation
- Financing roundsMarvin Sangines
Startup Gründer & Investor
LinkedIn Top Voice
Consulting Areas:
- Corporate Structures
- Shareholder Rights
- Employee Participation
- Startup Investments
Benefits Overview
Avoiding of Later Disputes and High Costs
Avoiding of Later Disputes and High Costs
Avoiding of Later Disputes and High Costs
Avoiding of Later Disputes and High Costs
Clear Agreements
By clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and expectations, misunderstandings are avoided.
Transparency from the Start
Open communication about all important aspects strengthens mutual trust.
Legal Security
Professional contract design minimizes potential conflict points in advance.
Protection Against Changes in the Founding Team
Protection Against Changes in the Founding Team
Protection Against Changes in the Founding Team
Protection Against Changes in the Founding Team
Vesting Regulations
Ensuring that company shares remain distributed fairly and according to engagement.
Exit Clauses
Clear regulations in the event that a founder leaves the company.
Ensuring Continuity
Avoiding instability and uncertainty within the team and towards investors.
Efficient Conflict Resolution Mechanisms
Efficient Conflict Resolution Mechanisms
Efficient Conflict Resolution Mechanisms
Efficient Conflict Resolution Mechanisms
Time and Cost Savings
Avoidance of lengthy and expensive court proceedings through predefined procedures.
Preservation of the Business Relationship
Constructive conflict resolution promotes continued successful cooperation.
Agreed Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
Alternative dispute resolution mechanisms enable quick and cost-efficient solutions.
Attractiveness for Investors and Partners
Attractiveness for Investors and Partners
Attractiveness for Investors and Partners
Attractiveness for Investors and Partners
Reduced Investment Risk
Clear internal structures make your startup more attractive to investors.
Professional Appearance
A solid co-founder agreement signals seriousness and professionalism.
Strengthening the Basis of Trust
Shows partners and stakeholders that potential conflicts have been proactively addressed.
Scope of Contract
Defining Internal Structures and Responsibilities
Role Distribution
Defines who takes on which tasks and responsibilities in the startup.
Time Commitment and Engagement
Defines the expected workload and availability of each founder for the company.
Compensation and Incentives
Regulates how and when founders are financially compensated and what incentive structures exist.
Company and Founder Protection
Capital Distribution and Vesting
Determines the distribution of the company shares and how they are acquired through a vesting plan.
Secure Intellectual Property
Ensures that all intellectual property rights belong to the company and not to individual founders.
Confidentiality and Non-Compete Agreements
Protects sensitive information and prevents founders from directly competing with the company.
Conflict Prevention and Efficient Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
Describes procedures on how conflicts can be resolved efficiently and without litigation, e.g. through mediation or arbitration.
Exit Rules and Crisis Management
Determines what happens when a founder leaves the company or is unable to continue due to death or illness.
Adaptability of the Agreement
Defines the process by which the agreement can be changed or updated as needed to adapt to new circumstances.
Our Packages
How do you want to manage your co-founder relationship: quickly and easily, or tailored to your business model and personal situation?
Standard Founder Agreement
CHF 750
Includes:
Fact recording using an online form
Legal suitability assessment based on the factual collection
Development of a suitable standard contract
Discussion of the contract content (online)
Standard Founder Agreement
CHF 750
Includes:
Fact recording using an online form
Legal suitability assessment based on the factual collection
Development of a suitable standard contract
Discussion of the contract content (online)
Standard Founder Agreement
CHF 750
Includes:
Fact recording using an online form
Legal suitability assessment based on the factual collection
Development of a suitable standard contract
Discussion of the contract content (online)
Standard Founder Agreement
CHF 750
Includes:
Fact recording using an online form
Legal suitability assessment based on the factual collection
Development of a suitable standard contract
Discussion of the contract content (online)
Tailored contract structure
CHF 2,000
Includes:
Fact finding in a personal conversation
Personal analysis of the business model and the shareholder constellation
Joint development of the contract goals
Contract preparation with up to two rounds of feedback
Contract finalization
One-pager with the most important contract contents
Recommended
Tailored contract structure
CHF 2,000
Includes:
Fact finding in a personal conversation
Personal analysis of the business model and the shareholder constellation
Joint development of the contract goals
Contract preparation with up to two rounds of feedback
Contract finalization
One-pager with the most important contract contents
Recommended
Tailored contract structure
CHF 2,000
Includes:
Fact finding in a personal conversation
Personal analysis of the business model and the shareholder constellation
Joint development of the contract goals
Contract preparation with up to two rounds of feedback
Contract finalization
One-pager with the most important contract contents
Recommended
Tailored contract structure
CHF 2,000
Includes:
Fact finding in a personal conversation
Personal analysis of the business model and the shareholder constellation
Joint development of the contract goals
Contract preparation with up to two rounds of feedback
Contract finalization
One-pager with the most important contract contents
Recommended
Our assurances
Your satisfaction is important to us. That is why we make the following assurances to you:
Your satisfaction is important to us. That is why we make the following assurances to you:
Legal Utility Check: After the facts have been collected, it is checked whether the selected legal product fits your case. If not, we will contact you and refund the purchase price in full.
Loss-Win Guarantee: If you are not satisfied with the work result, we will refund the purchase price in full.
Next steps
Step 1
Select and pay for the package (see above).
Step 2
We will contact you for the fact finding.
Step 3
Conducting the suitability assessment based on the facts.
Step 4
Drafting your founder agreement.
Step 5
Meeting and finalization.
Not sure?
If you are unsure whether we can assist you or which package is suitable for your case, we would be happy to advise you in direct contact.
Not sure?
If you are unsure whether we can assist you or which package is suitable for your case, we would be happy to advise you in direct contact.
Not sure?
If you are unsure whether we can assist you or which package is suitable for your case, we would be happy to advise you in direct contact.
Not sure?
If you are unsure whether we can assist you or which package is suitable for your case, we would be happy to advise you in direct contact.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why do I need a co-founder agreement if I fully trust my co-founder?
A Co-Founder Agreement not only serves to dispel mistrust but also to establish clear structures and expectations. Even with the best of trust, different ideas or misunderstandings can arise. A written agreement helps to create clarity from the start and avoid potential conflicts by defining important aspects such as role distribution, capital shares, and decision-making processes.
Why do I need a co-founder agreement if I fully trust my co-founder?
A Co-Founder Agreement not only serves to dispel mistrust but also to establish clear structures and expectations. Even with the best of trust, different ideas or misunderstandings can arise. A written agreement helps to create clarity from the start and avoid potential conflicts by defining important aspects such as role distribution, capital shares, and decision-making processes.
Why do I need a co-founder agreement if I fully trust my co-founder?
A Co-Founder Agreement not only serves to dispel mistrust but also to establish clear structures and expectations. Even with the best of trust, different ideas or misunderstandings can arise. A written agreement helps to create clarity from the start and avoid potential conflicts by defining important aspects such as role distribution, capital shares, and decision-making processes.
Why do I need a co-founder agreement if I fully trust my co-founder?
A Co-Founder Agreement not only serves to dispel mistrust but also to establish clear structures and expectations. Even with the best of trust, different ideas or misunderstandings can arise. A written agreement helps to create clarity from the start and avoid potential conflicts by defining important aspects such as role distribution, capital shares, and decision-making processes.
What contract points are regulated in a Co-Founder Agreement?
A comprehensive co-founder agreement should include several essential elements that lay the foundation for successful and clear collaboration within the founding team. This includes defining roles and responsibilities so that everyone knows what tasks and duties they have within the company. Important aspects also include capital distribution and vesting rules, to transparently clarify how company shares are distributed and under what conditions they can be acquired. The agreement should also establish clear processes for decision-making, so that important corporate decisions can be made in a structured manner. Conflict resolution mechanisms are essential to have efficient procedures for resolution in case of disputes. Additionally, exit clauses should be included to regulate what happens when a founder leaves the company. The issue of intellectual property is also central: it must be clarified who owns the developed ideas and technologies. Finally, the protection of confidential information through confidentiality and non-compete agreements is an important component to secure sensitive company data and avoid competitive conflicts.
What contract points are regulated in a Co-Founder Agreement?
A comprehensive co-founder agreement should include several essential elements that lay the foundation for successful and clear collaboration within the founding team. This includes defining roles and responsibilities so that everyone knows what tasks and duties they have within the company. Important aspects also include capital distribution and vesting rules, to transparently clarify how company shares are distributed and under what conditions they can be acquired. The agreement should also establish clear processes for decision-making, so that important corporate decisions can be made in a structured manner. Conflict resolution mechanisms are essential to have efficient procedures for resolution in case of disputes. Additionally, exit clauses should be included to regulate what happens when a founder leaves the company. The issue of intellectual property is also central: it must be clarified who owns the developed ideas and technologies. Finally, the protection of confidential information through confidentiality and non-compete agreements is an important component to secure sensitive company data and avoid competitive conflicts.
What contract points are regulated in a Co-Founder Agreement?
A comprehensive co-founder agreement should include several essential elements that lay the foundation for successful and clear collaboration within the founding team. This includes defining roles and responsibilities so that everyone knows what tasks and duties they have within the company. Important aspects also include capital distribution and vesting rules, to transparently clarify how company shares are distributed and under what conditions they can be acquired. The agreement should also establish clear processes for decision-making, so that important corporate decisions can be made in a structured manner. Conflict resolution mechanisms are essential to have efficient procedures for resolution in case of disputes. Additionally, exit clauses should be included to regulate what happens when a founder leaves the company. The issue of intellectual property is also central: it must be clarified who owns the developed ideas and technologies. Finally, the protection of confidential information through confidentiality and non-compete agreements is an important component to secure sensitive company data and avoid competitive conflicts.
What contract points are regulated in a Co-Founder Agreement?
A comprehensive co-founder agreement should include several essential elements that lay the foundation for successful and clear collaboration within the founding team. This includes defining roles and responsibilities so that everyone knows what tasks and duties they have within the company. Important aspects also include capital distribution and vesting rules, to transparently clarify how company shares are distributed and under what conditions they can be acquired. The agreement should also establish clear processes for decision-making, so that important corporate decisions can be made in a structured manner. Conflict resolution mechanisms are essential to have efficient procedures for resolution in case of disputes. Additionally, exit clauses should be included to regulate what happens when a founder leaves the company. The issue of intellectual property is also central: it must be clarified who owns the developed ideas and technologies. Finally, the protection of confidential information through confidentiality and non-compete agreements is an important component to secure sensitive company data and avoid competitive conflicts.
How can a Co-Founder Agreement really prevent or resolve future conflicts?
By establishing clear rules and processes, many potential conflicts are already mitigated in advance. Should a dispute arise nonetheless, the dispute resolution mechanisms outlined in the agreement provide structured ways to quickly and efficiently find solutions without having to engage in lengthy and costly court proceedings.
How can a Co-Founder Agreement really prevent or resolve future conflicts?
By establishing clear rules and processes, many potential conflicts are already mitigated in advance. Should a dispute arise nonetheless, the dispute resolution mechanisms outlined in the agreement provide structured ways to quickly and efficiently find solutions without having to engage in lengthy and costly court proceedings.
How can a Co-Founder Agreement really prevent or resolve future conflicts?
By establishing clear rules and processes, many potential conflicts are already mitigated in advance. Should a dispute arise nonetheless, the dispute resolution mechanisms outlined in the agreement provide structured ways to quickly and efficiently find solutions without having to engage in lengthy and costly court proceedings.
How can a Co-Founder Agreement really prevent or resolve future conflicts?
By establishing clear rules and processes, many potential conflicts are already mitigated in advance. Should a dispute arise nonetheless, the dispute resolution mechanisms outlined in the agreement provide structured ways to quickly and efficiently find solutions without having to engage in lengthy and costly court proceedings.
What happens to my company shares if I want or have to leave the startup?
This depends on the vesting and exit clauses outlined in the Co-Founder Agreement. Often there are provisions that stipulate that unvested shares revert to the company or to the remaining founders. In the case of a planned exit, conditions may also be agreed upon under which shares can be sold or transferred. These provisions protect both the company and the remaining founders from unexpected changes.
What happens to my company shares if I want or have to leave the startup?
This depends on the vesting and exit clauses outlined in the Co-Founder Agreement. Often there are provisions that stipulate that unvested shares revert to the company or to the remaining founders. In the case of a planned exit, conditions may also be agreed upon under which shares can be sold or transferred. These provisions protect both the company and the remaining founders from unexpected changes.
What happens to my company shares if I want or have to leave the startup?
This depends on the vesting and exit clauses outlined in the Co-Founder Agreement. Often there are provisions that stipulate that unvested shares revert to the company or to the remaining founders. In the case of a planned exit, conditions may also be agreed upon under which shares can be sold or transferred. These provisions protect both the company and the remaining founders from unexpected changes.
What happens to my company shares if I want or have to leave the startup?
This depends on the vesting and exit clauses outlined in the Co-Founder Agreement. Often there are provisions that stipulate that unvested shares revert to the company or to the remaining founders. In the case of a planned exit, conditions may also be agreed upon under which shares can be sold or transferred. These provisions protect both the company and the remaining founders from unexpected changes.
Can we adjust the Co-Founder Agreement if our business terms change?
Yes, a good co-founder agreement includes clauses for amending or updating the contract. Should circumstances change – whether through growth, investment, or personal situations – the agreement can be adjusted with the consent of all founders accordingly. This ensures that the agreement always meets the current needs of the company.
Can we adjust the Co-Founder Agreement if our business terms change?
Yes, a good co-founder agreement includes clauses for amending or updating the contract. Should circumstances change – whether through growth, investment, or personal situations – the agreement can be adjusted with the consent of all founders accordingly. This ensures that the agreement always meets the current needs of the company.
Can we adjust the Co-Founder Agreement if our business terms change?
Yes, a good co-founder agreement includes clauses for amending or updating the contract. Should circumstances change – whether through growth, investment, or personal situations – the agreement can be adjusted with the consent of all founders accordingly. This ensures that the agreement always meets the current needs of the company.
Can we adjust the Co-Founder Agreement if our business terms change?
Yes, a good co-founder agreement includes clauses for amending or updating the contract. Should circumstances change – whether through growth, investment, or personal situations – the agreement can be adjusted with the consent of all founders accordingly. This ensures that the agreement always meets the current needs of the company.
How does a Co-Founder Agreement affect investors and future funding rounds?
A professionally crafted Co-Founder Agreement signals to investors that the founding team is organized and proactively manages potential risks. It shows that clear structures and processes are in place, which strengthens investor confidence. Additionally, clear vesting arrangements and ownership structures can be crucial to securing investments and successfully passing legal due diligence examinations.
How does a Co-Founder Agreement affect investors and future funding rounds?
A professionally crafted Co-Founder Agreement signals to investors that the founding team is organized and proactively manages potential risks. It shows that clear structures and processes are in place, which strengthens investor confidence. Additionally, clear vesting arrangements and ownership structures can be crucial to securing investments and successfully passing legal due diligence examinations.
How does a Co-Founder Agreement affect investors and future funding rounds?
A professionally crafted Co-Founder Agreement signals to investors that the founding team is organized and proactively manages potential risks. It shows that clear structures and processes are in place, which strengthens investor confidence. Additionally, clear vesting arrangements and ownership structures can be crucial to securing investments and successfully passing legal due diligence examinations.
How does a Co-Founder Agreement affect investors and future funding rounds?
A professionally crafted Co-Founder Agreement signals to investors that the founding team is organized and proactively manages potential risks. It shows that clear structures and processes are in place, which strengthens investor confidence. Additionally, clear vesting arrangements and ownership structures can be crucial to securing investments and successfully passing legal due diligence examinations.