Stage 1
Behind you
Scaleups
No startup desk. A startup law firm.
At EMBARK.LAW, startups aren't one practice area among many. They're the whole firm. One team that knows your company and keeps up with your pace, from Series A to exit.
We have been working with EMBARK.LAW for years. They have guided us from early-stage through the scale-up phase with a proactive approach and a deep understanding of our business model. Their expertise in data protection, financing and cross-border structures (Switzerland/USA) has been exceptionally valuable to our growth.
Valentin Ruest, Co-Founder & CEO USA, Classtime AG (EdTech)What changes as you grow
With EMBARK.LAW we set ourselves a goal: instead of a 50-page contract, we need a 3-page contract. One that when our customer receives it, they read it and don't say "I need to send this to my lawyer first."
Startups need to execute fast, sign fast, and scale. If your contract is so complicated that you need lawyers on both sides just to understand it, it's not scalable.
Mateusz Wojdylo, Founder & CEO, Stellos AG (enterprise parking management)From founding to exit
Stage 2
Behind youPre-Seed / Seed
Stage 3
You are hereSeries A, B, C & expansion
The company scales, legal requirements multiply: enterprise deals, multiple jurisdictions, compliance.
Here's where we come in
- Financing rounds
- Data room & due diligence preparation
- ESOP/VSOP (employee participation)
- Cross-border expansion
- Enterprise customer agreements and data protection documentation
- Acquisitions, joint ventures & restructurings
Stage 4
Exit
The company gets ready to be sold. Founders transition into a new phase of their lives.
Here's where we come in
- Exit structuring and negotiations
- Due diligence readiness
- IPO readiness
- Earn-outs & escrow
- Founder roll-over & transition
At every stage
ONGOING LEGAL SUPPORT
Some legal needs evolve with you. Others are part of your day-to-day or come up as you go. We are there when you need us, whether it's for a quick sanity check or for your next big project.
- Contracts
- IP protection
- Corporate governance & housekeeping
- Data protection (CH-DSG / GDPR)
- AI law & governance
- Compliance
- Employment law & HR matters
- Dispute resolution & litigation
- Cross-border transactions Switzerland-USA
Why EMBARK.LAW
6 reasons why scaleups switch to us
Startups are our core focus
Startups aren't a "desk" here. They're the core of the whole firm and our entire team is built around them.
Speed through continuity
One dedicated mandate lead knows your company, your cap table and your investors. That keeps everything moving at your pace, with no ramp-up time.
Clear and to the point
No endless legal treatises and no "it depends". We deliver clear assessments and actionable recommendations.
Committed to your UX
Your user experience is front and center for us. We make working with us as easy, direct and comfortable as possible.
International with a CH‑USA focus
Qualified in Swiss and U.S. law, with a global partner network. We guide your transactions safely across borders.
Fair pricing
Transparent and predictable fee arrangements, with no inflated invoices.
As a high growth tech startup, optimizing our sales process is critical to our success. EMBARK.LAW played a pivotal role in this journey.
What set EMBARK.LAW apart was their proactive approach in offering actionable insights to further improve our sales strategy, directly contributing to our efficiency and negotiation strength. Their expertise in contract law and negotiation not only streamlined our agreements but also fortified our position in our deals. Their commitment and understanding of startup dynamics made them an invaluable partner in our business expansion.
We highly recommend EMBARK.LAW to any startup looking to elevate their sales process and secure their business interests effectively.
Pascal Späni, Co-founder & CEO, Brame AG (MarTech)210+
startups, scaleups and investors supported
330+ million CHF
in venture deals enabled
50+
Series A+ transactions facilitated
94%
retention rate for ongoing clients
Getting ready for your next round
Before investors look at your company, take a look yourself.
Check it yourself
Due Diligence Bingo
20 key areas investors look at in due diligence. Find out where you stand.
Start the checkHave us review it
Legal Readiness Review
We look at the legal topics that matter most for your next round, prioritize what's still open and bring structure to your preparation.
- Cap table & shareholder agreement
- IP ownership & license structures
- Employment contracts & ESOP/VSOP
- Data protection & compliance
- Corporate housekeeping & governance
Guides for scaleups
Liquidation preferences in startup financing
How liquidation preferences decide who gets what when the company is sold.
The 10/20 non-bank rule
The biggest tax risk in a CLA round, and what it takes to keep your convertible on the safe side.
How buyers really assess a business during due diligence
How buyers assess financials, management, contracts, IP, etc. in due diligence.
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