FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Startup Law 101)
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As part of the FORM + FUND initiative, the Rock Center will host a series of lectures and workshops for campus founders. This event will focus on the basics of startup law, from incorporation to founders’ equity to venture financing.
Please read: This event is open to faculty, students, and affiliates from other departments. It is designed for Stanford community members that are building companies that are, or will be seeking, venture financing
Start-Up 101
Monday, May 4 | 6:00 – 8:30 pm PT
Stanford Law School, Room 190
Incorporation (Delaware and alternatives), founder equity/vesting, governance basics, fundraising housekeeping, and common early pitfalls.
Fireside Chat with Rich Zamboldi of Accel
Wednesday, May 6 | 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM)
Stanford Law School, Room TBD
Behind-the-scenes look at how venture capital firms operate with a long-time venture capital fund executive.
Intellectual Property 101
Wednesday, May 6, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:30 pm PT
Stanford Law School, Room 190
Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, open-source, and the practical steps to protect core assets before you fundraise.
Office Hours
Monday, May 11, 2025 | 6:00 -7:30 pm PT
Stanford Law School, Room Russo Student Lounge
Free sessions with practicing attorneys (ECVC/corporate, IP/patent, immigration, tech transactions/licensing, employment, and more). Small groups of Stanford Law students may observe. Please note that you must attend both the Startup Law 101 and IP 101 sessions to be eligible for the office hours.