What Is Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) in Washington, and Why Should Startups Know About It From Day One?
Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) is a powerful tax incentive under Section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code that can be especially beneficial for startup founders and ear Read more....
Hey, Foundry: are you now in Spokane?
Yes. Foundry Law Group is excited to announce its expansion into Spokane, Washington with the hiring of Spokane-based business attorney, Asif Lundstrom. “I joined Foundry b Read more....
Three questions to resolve before you enter a potential acquisition
One of my favorite parts about being an attorney at Foundry is the firm’s acquisition practice. Whether we are representing the buyer or seller, acquisitions are an exciting, Read more....
Paid Family and Medical Leave: What do businesses need to know?
Paid Family and Medical Leave in Washington State Washington State adopted the Paid Family and Medical Leave program in 2019. This law, in short, created a system where qualifi Read more....
Hansel & Gretel Need Not Fear, Washington Permits Cottage Food Businesses
Are you a wicked candy and gingerbread cook who’s ever wondered whether you can sell your homemade treats? The answer is, “Yes, you can”, and you don’t Read more....
Relief In Sight: Liquor & Cannabis Board to Consider Rules Changes
I have been telling my cannabis industry clients and constituents for two years to be patient; the regulations which, to a great extent, have choked the development and growth Read more....
Kickstarter Karma: Backers Fight Back
For many budding entrepreneurs, Kickstarter.com can be their answer to beginning their businesses…or a nightmare of angry “backers,” broken promises and refund demands. & Read more....
Part III: Crowdfunding and JOBS Act Simplified — What a Successful Campaign Looks Like
In 2014 (year 1 of crowdfunding from accredited investors under the JOBS Act Title II) there were 534 successful campaigns. Most campaigns were in Seed and Series A roun Read more....
Part I: Crowdfunding and JOBS Act Simplified – Context and Terminology
This 3-part series is based on the handout I created for the Equity Crowdfunding Workshop When I solicited ideas from my colleagues and clients on topics of inter Read more....
An Angel Investor Reflects on a Pool of Seattle’s Startup Talent
Something momentous happened in my life at Seattle Angel Conference VI (SAC). On November 12th, 2014, together with a community of supportive investors, I officially became an Read more....