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While your marketing and advertising team will be experts in this area, they are not experts in the law, and it is for this reason that you need to ensure their marketing and advertising strategies comply with the law and that they are trained in this area. 

Convertible notes are a popular means of quickly securing financial investment for early-stage startups.

A mutual non-disclosure agreement (MNDA), or bilateral NDA, is an arrangement entered into by two parties where both are bound by confidentiality rules as set out in the terms of the agreement.

For any founder looking to maximise, exploit and commercialise their software inventions, considering whether to patent their software technology should be a top priority.

Trademarks registrations are a strategic tool used to protect you business' brands and prevent rivals from using the same or a confusingly similar trademark to promote their own products and services.

Unique insights from the Australian Startup Salary guide, interesting for those looking for startup salaries in Australia and the startup ecosystem.

Contrary to the gloom and doom predictions of robots eventually taking over our jobs, innovation in legal tech is making life easier for lawyers.

Becoming a General Counsel teaches you a lot, and it truly is a role where you learn by doing. But for the benefit of others there’s a bunch I wish I’d known beforehand, that would have made things a lot easier.

Master faster contract approvals in these six easy steps

A contract management system (CMS) is nothing more than a central place to store all of your most important company documents, allowing you to prove the value of your business. However, a CMS is more than just an electronic filing cabinet.

There are a number of requirements when terminating contracts of employment. Every business takes on new employees and terminates existing ones at times, therefore it is important that you understand your legal requirements or engage legal services to ensure your contracts and terminations are lawful.

Most disputes faced by startups will relate to employment, co-founder conflicts, or IP matters.

Steps on how you can deal with a business dispute within your buiness.

The following is a “user’s guide” to conducting investigations of complaints by clients or customers, or to otherwise investigate allegations of misconduct by employees.

Here’s our top 10 tips for any lawyer transitioning into in-house and, how to soften the inevitable culture shock. 

The following is a “start-up guide” to cybersecurity management and sets out 10 key elements of cybersecurity management.

We cover the top 10 Australian copyright concerns for businesses.

What exactly is commercial negotiation, and why is it important to a tech startup? 

In this article, we cover the essentials of a Heads of Agreement, from the pros, and cons, to when to make it legally binding.

When engaging with customers, it is common for businesses to use a contract from a template. Standard form contracts are an efficient and cost-effective alternative to drafting contracts. Whilst businesses prefer to use these, they nevertheless carry risks especially where there is an imbalance in bargaining power.

Because of all of the regulation around privacy and the heavy international focus on privacy protection, it is vital that Australian businesses promote a culture of privacy compliance. Below we provide a rundown of your privacy obligations and some “do’s” and “don’ts” to make sure your business complies with its legal obligations. 

While interviews may be challenging, it can be an opportunity to grow the profile of the business, therefore it is important that you come across well in any media interviews you are a part of. To ensure this, there are some legal factors which need to be considered.

We look at some common intellectual property FAQs we get asked all the time on Copyright, Trademarks, Patents and Trade Secrets.

The best defence for reducing the risk of litigation is to avoid it. The second-best defence is to be prepared for it in terms of structure, practices and process that record contemporaneous evidence trails that provide a defendable position.

Here we will go over everything you need to know about outsourcing transactions for your technology business. 

The following is a “user’s guide” to managing redundancies in the workplace and sets out a number of tips and things to remember.

Below is a guide to misleading and deceptive conduct in Australia and how to comply with the legal framework surrounding this. 

Design rights therefore only apply to the features that give your product a unique appearance — such as its shape, configuration, pattern, attachments and so on.

We are proud to announce that we have partnered with climate action organisation, trace, to reduce and offset our carbon footprint here at Biztech Lawyers.

Here at Biztech Lawyers, we are a team of technology lawyers who assist tech businesses with all their commercial legal needs. But, we are also a team of individuals with a diverse range of skills that we bring to the table. 

With the recent Federal Budget announcement targeting positive changes to the ESOP tax regime, we see ESOPs becoming increasingly popular and well used.

Voluntary administration is something that you often hear about in the media – there are regularly reports of well known companies entering into voluntary administration. 

Biztech Lawyers thrilled to be named as a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards, in the category of NewLaw Firm of the Year.

In our last Deep Dive, we introduced Employee Share Option Plans (ESOP’s) to you. Now that you have a general idea about what they are and how they work, this email intends to answer some of the more common questions typically asked about ESOP's.

The range of salaries paid to founders varies heavily based on factors including the amount of capital you have already raised, your business cash flow, and the potential to increase your Startup’s capital in the near future.

Today we’d like to share a little about Julie, Senior Associate at Biztech Lawyers. Well versed in negotiations and NDAs, she’s our go-to for when you are scaling up!

Today we’d like to share a little about Kelly, Paralegal at Biztech Lawyers. Kelly brings exceptional organizational skills having worked in direct marketing companies managing company trademarks, international entity formations, mergers, and in the franchise industry specifically franchise agreements and sales growth opportunities.

Understanding and appreciating the responsibility of your duties as a company director will be vital to both ensuring the smooth sailing of your startup and that you personally meet the legal standards required of you as a director.

Once you have audited the IP you own, you can start planning and implementing your overall IP strategy. One simple mistake in your early stages can be very difficult to remedy later on. So be warned: if you fail to plan, plan to fail.

Today we’d like to share a little about one of our Senior Lawyers. Courtney is excited to use her legal skill and commercial know-how to help other companies with all their legal needs and achieve their goals. She loves a challenge and loves to solve a problem, even if she is told it's impossible.

Experienced in multi-jurisdiction law firms across the United States, Rashad is an experienced attorney in litigation, mergers, acquisitions and corporate governance.

Biztech Lawyers is known for helping world-class Australian tech businesses realise their global potential. We bring to the table specialised knowledge that comes from servicing hundreds of entrepreneurial and startup businesses in the technology arena over the last three years.

Biztech expects to assist in more deals in the tech space throughout the rest of the year. We are known for helping world-class Australian tech businesses realise global potential.

Former Qatar Airways, Amadeus In-house Counsel joins technology law firm amid accelerating digital transformation in international travel.

Even the simplest transactions use data to make customer tailored offers. These structures are made up of one of the most valuable assets in a digital economy: user data. But companies don't own this asset. User data is borrowed, so it's not yours to lose. How then do you safeguard it for your users?

Here are the 4 major considerations specific to raising money by a cannabis company or marijuana related business.

Biztech Lawyers excited to be named as a finalist in the Australian Law Awards in the Transaction Team of the Year category.

While the legal sector has a notorious reputation for being slow to adapt to change, the growing New Law movement has threatened the traditional partner structure and the billable hour to provide more legal services more flexibly, quickly, and cheaply.

As we ride into 2023 (perhaps by now we’re even remembering to date our documents correctly?!), it is the perfect time to reflect on the past and set goals and aspirations. In this article, Biztech Lawyers set out our top 5 goal tips for setting and sticking to your 2023 goals.

Today we’d like to share a little about Alison Berryman. Alison is our first hire in the UK and has accepted the challenge of launching our European operations.

As technology lawyers we deal with all sorts of technology verticals — each with their own language and a plethora of acronyms.

Alison Berryman explores steps governments have taken to regulate AI technology

In this article, we will discuss what the Right to Repair movement is all about and the progress it has made in different parts of the world.

American litigation boutique Invenio and Biztech Lawyers today announced the launch of their cross-border partnership that will now provide an even broader range of legal and strategic business advice to clients.

A collaborative guide by Biztech Lawyers and QAPITA: Australian tech businesses can now take advantage of recent changes to Employee Share Scheme (ESS) regulations.

Data protection can be a complex issue, particularly when it involves multiple jurisdictions.Our team of data lawyers in the US, AU, and UK/EU have been collaborating to develop a unified approach for our global tech clients.

We strive to be trusted advisors for tech companies operating in the cannabis space, and are also capable of performing due diligence for investors hoping to take advantage of this exciting opportunity and time to invest in the rapidly growing cannabis industry.

As a tech startup, it is important that in the case things do not go as expected that you have a plan in place for recalling products, and that you are aware of requirements and legalities of recalling products in Australia.

Biztech's Head of UK and Senior Managing Lawyer, Alison Berryman, has written a short article on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the European Financial Review. In her piece, Alison examines the UK government's blueprint for regulating AI and the concerns that surround the fast-growing technology.

As fintech companies leverage data to understand their customers better, as well as making use of new innovative tech tools such as AI, block chain, cloud computing and the internet of things, there is a growing risk of data breaches that can lead to significant financial and reputational harm.

Creating a resilient IoT infrastructure requires meticulous planning. Cybersecurity, privacy, and data flow must be integral to the design.

Navigating the world of mergers and acquisitions demands finesse, strategy, and savvy, and, we've distilled our expertise into 10 rules that guide you through the process. Whether you're seasoned or a first-time seller, these rules will equip you for a smooth, successful business exit, whether through a share sale or asset sale.

In this article, we'll dive into the pros and cons of redomiciling your Australian tech business to the US, so you can make an informed decision about whether it's the right move for you.

Our team comprises seasoned professionals who've transitioned from in-house leadership roles to external legal experts, specializing in tech. This unique perspective equips us with invaluable insights into what tech general counsels seek in external legal partnerships.

Need to scale your tech business and need additional funding to build a minimal viable product (MVP)? Now it’s the perfect time.

This piece explores recent updates in New York City's regulation of powered micro-mobility devices, including electric bikes and scooters.

Join us as we delve into these pivotal proposals and their implications. The Government's stance falls into two categories: 'Agreed' (indicating likely inclusion in the next draft legislation) and 'Agreed-in-principle' (acknowledging conceptual agreement with a need for further consultation).

In the ever-expanding realm of technology, Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are challenging traditional organizational structures.

An intellectual property agreement can refer to a range of different agreements, or even a clause within an agreement. Whether you have been tasked with drafting an intellectual property (or IP) agreement, you have been asked to sign an intellectual property agreement prepared by somebody else or would simply like to know more about them, this article is for you!

Biztech Lawyers has compiled its predictions for 2024 in this article, with a focused look at M&A, global tech market investment trends and the broader tech market dynamic.

This article is part of a two-piece guide on E3 Visas: For our other article for businesses looking to employ using the E3 Visa head to our blog!

This article is part of a two-piece guide on E-3 Visas: For our other article for employees looking to come to the US using an E-3 Visa, head to a blog.

We are very pleased to be helping a number of businesses at the moment 'tidy up' their affairs. Here's a hit-list of legal ‘Iso' 'fixes' you might want to consider doing, or delegating:

Becoming a Tech General Counsel teaches you a lot, and it truly is a role where you learn by doing. But for the benefit of others there’s a bunch I wish I’d known beforehand, that would have made things a lot easier.

Here's one for the reading list - the China Internet Report 2020, authored by SCMP Research.

Insights from the Australian Startup Salary Guide 2020

What really is Corporate Governance, and why should it matter to a budding start-up's global business strategy?

Tech-centric law firm Biztech Lawyers opens Melbourne office in the heart of Market Street and appoints Yehuda Orelowitz, Special Counsel.

Catch Anthony Bekker on the Lawyers Weekly podcast on how general counsels can grow their business into an international one. Now he's helping start-ups!

Whether you’re a foreign organisation looking to service Australia or a homegrown, passionate individual looking to give back to the community — we’re here to help you get your not-for-profit (NFP) running in no time. We take you step-by-step through all the requirements you need to keep in mind when registering as an NFP with ASIC, ATO and ACNC.

ASIC forms can be quite confusing, but they are necessary! There are consequences to filing notices late or failing to file entirely. Please make sure all your documents are lodged and lodged on time

We are pleased to announce our merger with prominent US law firm, Spillman&Partners.

Courtney is set to relocate to Biztech’s Sydney office as a Senior Lawyer for APAC, bringing to the table considerable experience with digital and broadcast media, commercial law and IP.

Sweat Equity: What is it and when do I need it?

There are five common areas of commercial risk for a business. As technology lawyers, we've seen exactly how it arises, and it's our job to spot it right away. We share the common areas they commonly crop up in and the strategies you can do to manage them.

Let’s look at sensible and practical approaches that can help prevent or reduce the risk of litigation.

If your appointment was on or before 31 October 2021, you must apply for a Diretor ID before 30 November 2022. Directors appointed from today onwards will need to apply within 28 days of appointment.

The stress of a nasty dispute can be alleviated by putting in measures to protect your business. From contract clauses to complaint procedures we discuss some of these in our recent blog - so you can get on with running your business.

Courtney Dick, Senior Lawyer at Biztech Lawyers in Australia has joined the best of the best - winning the highly coveted ‘In-house Lawyer of the Year’ (under 35) in the NZ Law awards from her previous role at Rocket Lab earlier this year.

Founded in 2018, Faethm is described as an innovative Australian workforce company, while Pearson Education is described as the world’s leading learning company, specialising in textbooks and online courses.