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Expanding an International SaaS Company into the United States: Key Legal Considerations

April 25, 2025business law, contracts, corporate law, data privacy, data privacy compliance, saas, software as a service, software law, startup legal, technology lawLeave a CommentKS Kader

The United States is a major market for software-as-a-service (SaaS) and enterprise technology. It offers scale, access to funding, and opportunities to sell into large commercial and government institutions. But to succeed in the U.S., international SaaS companies must navigate a complex legal environment. This post outlines the key legal considerations for international SaaS and software providers planning to expand their operations into the U.S. Continue Reading Expanding an International SaaS Company into the United States: Key Legal Considerations

Key Legal Considerations for SaaS Companies Eyeing Acquisition

April 11, 2024acquisition, business law, contracts, corporate law, due diligence, entrepreneurship, m&a, saas. law, startup lawKS Kader

For a Software as a Service (SaaS) company, being an attractive acquisition target involves a meticulous legal framework and compliance strategy. Here are key legal aspects a SaaS company should prepare for to enhance its appeal to potential buyers and facilitate a smooth acquisition process: Continue Reading Key Legal Considerations for SaaS Companies Eyeing Acquisition

The Importance of Contract Lifecycle Management

January 11, 2024clm, contract lifecycle management, contracts, saas business, saas contractsKS Kader

A software-as-a-service business will enter into dozens, if not hundreds of contracts annually. These contracts include those with vendors, customers, partners, employees, contractors, and more. This makes contract lifecycle management (CLM) increasingly important. Efficient management of these contracts is crucial for business success, ensuring compliance, minimizing risks, and maximizing operational and financial performance. This post will give you a high level overview of the importance of contract lifecycle management. Continue Reading The Importance of Contract Lifecycle Management

The Anatomy of a Referral Partner Agreement

The Anatomy of a Referral Agreement

November 12, 2023business law, contracts, entrepreneurship, referral, saas, saas agreementKS Kader

Building a referral partner program is a method often employed by Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies to grow without the need to hire tons of sales representatives. There should be an appropriate written agreement in place between your business and the referral partner outlining how the arrangement will work with provisions to protect your business. Continue Reading The Anatomy of a Referral Agreement

Creating a Contract Negotiation Playbook

July 27, 2023closing deals, contract negotiation, contracts, deals, negotiations, saas lawLeave a CommentKS Kader

Streamlining the sales process while appropriately protecting the company is a top priority for any organization selling goods or services. Deals can get held up by negotiations, especially during crunch time like End of Quarter. That’s why it is good practice to create a contract negotiation playbook to be shared with sales, procurement and legal. This post will give you an overview of how to create a contract negotiation playbook. Continue Reading Creating a Contract Negotiation Playbook

High Level Overview of Autorenewal Laws

July 19, 2023agreements, autorenewal, business law, contract law, contracts, saas, saas lawKS Kader

Automatic renewal provisions in contracts have been under increased scrutiny. On a national level, The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been regulating this for decades using Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act. More recently, The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has gotten more involved – filing suits with regards to companies taking advantage of Consumer’s “dark patterns”.

In the past decade, States have enacted “automatic renewal laws” that businesses must adhere to in order to protect consumers in the state. As of December 1, 2022 – 31 states have automatic renewal laws in effect. No two states automatic renewal laws cover the same types automatically renewing contracts, but there are a few commonalities. This post will give you a high level overview of autorenewal laws. Continue Reading High Level Overview of Autorenewal Laws

Key Provisions to Negotiate in your SaaS Vendor Contracts

May 28, 2023agreements, attorney, contracts, entrepreneurs, law, saas, saas contracts, startupsKS Kader

Companies across all industries use the services of software as a service (SaaS) vendors to help simplify running the business. Almost every SaaS vendor you use hosts a treasure trove of your company data – and you want to make sure you’re contractually protected. Here is a high level overview of key provisions that you should review, re-review, and hammer down on with every SaaS agreement you sign. Continue Reading Key Provisions to Negotiate in your SaaS Vendor Contracts

14 Agreements and Policies Every Software as a Service (SaaS) Company Should Have

April 24, 2023business law, contract law, contracts, entrepreneurship, gdpr, privacy policy, saas, SLA, software, software as a service, startupKS Kader

If you’re running a software-as-a-service company, you should have several key agreements and policies in place protecting your company, your intellectual property, and your investors. These agreements will become important during due diligence with any Investor or potential Acquirer. Here are 14 important agreements and policies every SaaS company should have, broken down into 3 categories. Continue Reading 14 Agreements and Policies Every Software as a Service (SaaS) Company Should Have

Must-Do’s For Companies Ready to Level Up

April 9, 2023contracts, corporate law, equity, incorporation, intellectual property, policies, privacy policies, startup equity, startup lawKS Kader

When you start a technology business, money may be tight, and you may have cut a few corners without a proper ‘legal’ budget because the focus is on development. This is a fairly common practice – but when you are ready to level up and sell to Enterprise companies, explore funding opportunities, or discussing acquisition – there are a few things you must put priority on. This article will give you a high level overview of Must-Do’s for Companies Ready to Level Up. Continue Reading Must-Do’s For Companies Ready to Level Up

The Anatomy of a Software Development Agreement

March 12, 2023app development, business law, contracts, developer agreement, entrepreneurs, software development, software development agreement, startupsKS Kader

Companies small and large often employ the help of software development firms to build their products. Some eventually hand-off to an in-house team, and others keep the firms to act as their engineering team. Regardless of the arrangement, there should be a clear agreement in place between the hiring company and the software development firm outlining specifics. Continue Reading The Anatomy of a Software Development Agreement

Why You Should Regularly Update your Sales Contracts

January 31, 2022commercial transactions, contracts, saas contracts, SaaS Sales, saas. law, updating agreementsKS Kader

It’s common for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies to have their legal team draft a Sales agreement when they first get started, and use that same agreement in perpetuity. That’s not the best idea, however. Here are 6 reasons why you should regularly update your SaaS Sales Contracts. Continue Reading Why You Should Regularly Update your Sales Contracts

High Level Overview of Business Insurance

May 1, 2020business law, contract review, contracts, insurance, saasKS Kader

Having appropriate business insurance policies in place can be your saving grace. This post will give you a high level overview of business insurance, the different types of policies available, and why it is important for your business. Continue Reading High Level Overview of Business Insurance

The Anatomy of a Founder Agreement

February 5, 2020cofounders, contracts, dissolution, entrepreneurs, entrepreneurship, founders, startupsKS Kader

Starting a company with a friend or colleague is exciting. But, things can go wrong – and it’s in your best interest to try and prepare for the unexpected. This post will give you a high level overview of what goes into a Co-Founder agreement. Continue Reading The Anatomy of a Founder Agreement

Before You Launch Your Startup

June 1, 2019agreements, business law, contract law, contracts, entrepreneurship, incorporation, IP, startupKS Kader

You’ve been working on your idea for a few months now with a cofounder, and you think you have something tangible. You want to make it ‘real’ by incorporating. You’re thinking LLC because you hear that it’s ideal for taxes… Continue Reading Before You Launch Your Startup