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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Founder Series: Building a Talent Acquisition Team from Scratch

Orrick's Founder Series offers monthly top tips for UK startups on key considerations at each stage of their lifecycle, from incorporating a company through to possible exit strategies. The Series is written by members of our...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

“Would You Please Repeat That in English?” Unpacking the Major Differences in Venture Capital Practices in the UK and the U.S.

As U.S.-based venture capital funds have become an increasingly significant source of capital for UK start-up and scale-up companies, the negotiation of terms often give rise to gaps in expectations and market norms between...more

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Recent Updates in the UK Venture Fundraising Landscape - August 2024

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As venture fund formation lawyers, we take a keen interest in helping our clients raise capital for their funds. If you are currently fundraising or expect to do so soon, we have pulled together a summary of some key recent...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Founder Series: Top Tips for University Spin-Outs (Part 1 – Raising Funds)

Orrick's Founder Series offers monthly top tips for UK startups on key considerations at each stage of their lifecycle, from incorporating a company through to possible exit strategies. The Series is written by members of our...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Founder Series: Top Tips on Venturing into Secondaries

Orrick's Founder Series offers monthly top tips for UK startups on key considerations at each stage of their lifecycle, from incorporating a company through to possible exit strategies. The Series is written by members of our...more

Goodwin

Recent Updates in the UK Venture Fundraising Landscape

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As venture fund formation lawyers, we take a keen interest in helping our clients raise capital for their funds. If you are currently fundraising or expecting to do so soon, we have pulled together a summary of some key...more

Hutchison PLLC

Inside the UK Legal Startup Scene, with Henry Humphreys

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In the fast-paced world of technology startups, legal expertise is an essential component for success. The ability to navigate complex regulations, protect intellectual property, and structure deals can make the difference...more

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Mansion House Reforms Continue the UK’s Quest to Be a Leading Destination for Growth Company Investment

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On 10 July 2023, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, delivered his first Mansion House speech in which he announced a series of measures designed to unlock pension investment in private companies whilst also...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Q3 2022 Entrepreneurs Report

In this latest issue of The Entrepreneurs Report, we've compiled a range of data on venture financing transactions in which the firm was involved during the first three quarters of 2022, with the objective of identifying...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

1H 2022 Entrepreneurs Report

In this latest issue of The Entrepreneurs Report, we've compiled a range of data on venture financing transactions in which the firm was involved during the first half of 2022, with the objective of identifying relevant...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Founder Series: Top Tips to Follow When Building Your Team

When setting up and growing your company, one of the first priorities will be hiring your first employees and building your core team – a requisite for long-term strategic growth. In the second instalment of Orrick's Founder...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Founder Series: Top Tips to Follow When Setting Up Your Private Limited Company

Orrick's Founder Series offers monthly top tips for UK startups on key considerations at each stage of their lifecycle, from incorporating a company through to possible exit strategies. The Series is written by members of our...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

The Entrepreneurs Report - Q1 2022

In this latest issue of The Entrepreneurs Report, we've compiled a range of data on venture financing transactions in which the firm was involved during the first quarter of 2022, with the objective of identifying relevant...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Full-Year 2021 Entrepreneurs Report

In this latest issue of The Entrepreneurs Report, we've compiled a range of data on venture financing transactions in which the firm was involved during 2021, with the objective of identifying relevant trends in activity and...more

WilmerHale

In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - September 2021 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: 3 Common Mistakes Social Impact Founders Make - As founders navigate the day to day of maintaining a business, it can be easy to lose sight of the...more

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Offshore SPACs

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The resurgence of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) as an alternative to traditional IPOs was one of the major talking points of 2020. SPACs enjoyed somewhat of a renaissance in 2020, particularly in the United...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Crowdfunding Regulation: Major Reform in the EU, No Change in the UK

Although crowdfunding has existed in various forms since the late 1990s, the global financial crisis in 2008 accelerated the trend of channelling consumer and business lending through crowdfunding platforms. This mode of...more

Dechert LLP

UK Life Sciences and Healthcare Newsletter - March 2021: Future Fund: Breakthrough

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Following the successful run of the government-backed Future Fund, the British Business Bank has announced that it is set to launch a further fund for development, Future Fund: Breakthrough. This scheme is set to provide up...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

The Kalifa Review: A Road Map for the Future of UK Fintech?

The highly anticipated Kalifa Review of UK Fintech (the Review), led by former Worldpay CEO Ron Kalifa, was published on 26 February 2021. Its 106 pages — made up of a five-point plan of key recommendations and 15...more

WilmerHale

In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - February 2021 #3

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Biden Immigration Enforcement Priorities - Immigration enforcement priorities have shifted since President Joe Biden took office in January 2021 and several...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Employment-Related Securities: Considerations for Venture Capital Investors and Start-Ups in the United Kingdom

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In the United Kingdom, in principle, anything an employee receives from her employer may be regarded as taxable income. The problem often comes up in practice where companies give their employees shares/options over shares...more

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Extending Your Cash Runway In A Distressed Economy: Convertible Loan Notes In The UK

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We live in unprecedented times with global lockdowns and the world economy coming to a standstill in a number of sectors and government interventions to protect income, jobs and businesses. A number of start-ups and high...more

WilmerHale

In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - April, 2017 #3

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: VC Funding for UK Remained Steady in Q1 Despite Brexit - Startups received strong venture capital backing during Q1 in face of Brexit. ...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - December, 2016 #3

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: 'Regtech' startups see more business in Trump era - Startups are beginning to react to the looming possibility of deregulation under the incoming...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - December, 2016

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: 7 Lessons for Founders on How to Stick Your Neck Out - Successful entrepreneurs know how to stick their necks out without losing their heads....more

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