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The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Equity: Structuring for Success: Part 2

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On this episode, Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear continue their conversation with Wiggin and Dana Partner Jack Sousa, on entrepreneurship, equity, and entity structuring. They dive deep into the entrepreneur’s guide to equity, employee stock options, and the strategic importance of early legal advice, with particularly valuable insights on estate planning synergy and innovative legal structures like convertible notes […]

Ethics for Cannabis Attorneys – Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Cannabis Law

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On June 27, 2024, Partner Jack Sousa led a NBI webinar titled, “Ethics for Cannabis Attorneys – Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Cannabis Law.” The webinar covered five core topics: (1) the conflicts between federal law and New York and Connecticut state laws; (2) ethical considerations when accepting attorney’s fees from cannabis businesses; (3) ethical risks associated with attorney ownership […]

Wiggin and Dana Opens Boston Office, Adds Private Equity Partner Daniela Badiola Spanos

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July 1, 2024 (Update):  Wiggin and Dana has opened its office in Boston’s Financial District Wiggin and Dana LLP announced today that it will open an office in Boston in June, formalizing its long-time presence in a key market for clients in industries including life sciences, technology, healthcare, financial services, and aerospace and defense. The […]

Legal Landscape for Startups

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On June 17, 2024, Partner Adam Silverman presented the “Legal Landscape for Startups” to Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation’s Summer Fellowship program.  Adam discussed (i) Building a Team (of professionals), (ii) Creating a Legal Entity, and (iii) Equity Considerations and Founder Allocations. The Connecticut Center For Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CCEI), is the first organized center to […]

Leads, Syndicates and Transitioning to Professional Investors & Soft Skills: Deal Negotiation, Investor Relationship Development

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On June 13, 2024, Partner Adam Silverman participated in an ELabNYC Due Diligence Masterclass panels titled, “Leads, Syndicates and Transitioning to Professional Investors” and “Soft Skills: Deal Negotiation, Investor Relationship Development.” In the “Professional Investors” panel, Adam and his co-panelists discussed how early stage investors can manage investment risk in follow on rounds with new […]

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