At a Glance
Ideal for
VC-track startups who want clean legal setup without expensive lawyers
Consider that
Only for Delaware C-Corps
Typical cost: $50/mo
Best For
VC-track startups who want clean legal setup without expensive lawyers
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About Clerky
Clerky automates the legal paperwork that every startup needs - incorporation, equity issuance, board consents, and more. Built by lawyers specifically for Delaware C-Corps raising VC funding.
Key Features
Delaware C-Corp incorporation
83(b) elections
Stock issuance
Board consents
SAFE and equity financing docs
Lawyer-reviewed templates
Things to Consider
Only for Delaware C-Corps
No state-specific compliance
Not for complex situations
Solves These Problems
I need legal contracts and templates
Contracts protect your business and relationships. E-signature and contract management tools streamline NDAs, employment...
I need to incorporate my startup properly
Entity structure affects taxes, liability, fundraising, and exit. Delaware C-corp is the VC standard, but it's not right...
I need to protect my brand and intellectual property
Your brand name and logo are valuable assets. Trademark protection prevents others from using your brand. IP protection ...
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Startup Terms on This Page
Incorporation
Incorporation is the legal process of forming a corporation, creating a separate legal entity from i...
Equity
Equity represents ownership in a company, typically through shares of stock. Founders receive equity...
Board of Directors
The board of directors is a group of individuals elected to represent shareholders and oversee compa...
Venture Capital
Venture capital is a form of private equity financing provided by firms (VCs) to startups with high...
SAFE
A SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is an investment contract that gives investors the right...
Documentation
Documentation is written material that records processes, decisions, technical systems, and institut...
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