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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

Creating a joint venture for government contracts

Creating a Joint Venture for Government Contractors

April 1, 2024business law, corporate law, government contractors, government contracts, joint ventures, software lawKS Kader

Small business concerns often form a joint venture (JV) to create opportunities to pool resources, share risks, and leverage complementary strengths to win government contracts. This post will provide a high level overview of creating a joint venture tailored for government contractors. Continue Reading Creating a Joint Venture for Government Contractors

Handling the Personal Data of People in Other Countries

May 15, 2023business law, ccpa, corporate law, data privacy compliance, entrepreneurship, startup law, startup legal, startupsKS Kader

If your software-as-a-service business handles the personal data of people in countries, you should get familiar with data privacy laws across the world – because you’re likely bound to them and your customers will require that you comply accordingly. If you violate the laws, you may be liable for hefty fines (or worse).

This goes for the personal data of people in the European Union, United Kingdom, Brazil, Israel, Argentina, Russia, or countless other countries. So – what steps do you take to make sure you are compliant? Continue Reading Handling the Personal Data of People in Other Countries

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

Forming a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

April 15, 2020corporate law, npoKS Kader

501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organizations (NPO) are organizations built to further a charitable, social, or beneficial cause – specifically in religious, scientific, literary, or educational settings. NPO’s use the money they make to further their cause instead of distributing it to it’s shareholders, leaders, or members. Forming a 501(c)(3) NPO takes some work, though. This post will give you a high level overview of how to form a Nonprofit Organization. Continue Reading Forming a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

High Level Overview of Corporate Subsidiaries

February 19, 2020business law, corporate law, corporate subsidiaries, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, startup law, subsidiariesKS Kader

Many of the companies you interact with every day either own, or are, subsidiaries of another company. For example, Alphabet Inc. is the parent company, and Google is a subsidiary. This post will give you a high level overview of corporate subsidiaries. Continue Reading High Level Overview of Corporate Subsidiaries

18 Provisions your Website Terms Should Have

December 13, 2019business law, corporate law, law, legal, terms of use, website termsKS Kader

If you have a website conducting business – whether you’re a Software as a Service (SaaS), eCommerce website, or a service provider – you should have website terms and conditions published and accessible to the public. This post is outlines 18 provisions your website terms should have and what they mean. Continue Reading 18 Provisions your Website Terms Should Have

Corporate Governance for Startups

September 24, 2019board of directors, corporate law, startup corporate governance, startup lawKS Kader

If your startup is a C Corporation – you should familiarize yourself with Corporate Governance. This post will give you a high level overview of what you need to know and do. Continue Reading Corporate Governance for Startups

Public Benefit Corporations: 5 Things You Need to Know

September 11, 2019benefit corporation, corporate law, corporations, pbc, startup, startup company, startup lawKS Kader

Public Benefit Corporations (PBC) are becoming more and more common. But what are they? Are they non-profits? Are they corporations? The answer is – they’re a bit of both. This post will give you a high level overview of 5 things you need to know about PBC’s. Continue Reading Public Benefit Corporations: 5 Things You Need to Know