Scaleups

EMBARK.LAW isn’t just a service provider – they’re a true partner at our side. We can rely on them to think strategically with us and anticipate our needs, freeing us from constantly tracking what needs to be done. We’re also impressed by how they mix hard-hitting legal skills with a deep understanding for pragmatic solutions that really work for scaling startups.

Jan Rihak, Founder and CEO Europe Classtime AG (EdTech)

For Scaleups from Series A onward

No Startup Desk.
A Startup Law Firm.

From Series A onward, you need more than a startup desk that passes you around. You need a law firm that understands your needs and keeps up.

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Why switch?

330+ million CHF

in venture deals enabled

50+

Series A+ transactions facilitated

94%

retention rate for ongoing clients

The structural differences

Large Law Firm vs. EMBARK.LAW

Large law firm

Startup desk

EMBARK.LAW

Startups only

Mindset

Risk manager: “10 reasons it won’t work”.

Enabler: “Here’s how we make it happen”.

Priority

You compete with corporate clients (& lose).

Startups are our only focus. Always.

Expertise

Only the startup desk understands startups.

Our whole team lives and breathes startups.

Speed

Corporate pace, variable wait times.

Startup speed.

Billing

5-minute increments & high invoices.

Fair, transparent & 20-30% cheaper.

Large law firm

Startup desk

EMBARK.LAW

Startups only

Mindset

Risk manager: “10 reasons it won’t work”.

Enabler: “Here’s how we make it happen”.

Priority

You compete with corporate clients (& lose).

Startups are our only focus. Always.

Expertise

Only the startup desk understands startups.

Our whole team lives and breathes startups.

Speed

Corporate pace, variable wait times.

Startup speed.

Billing

5-minute increments & high invoices.

Fair & transparent, 20–30% cheaper.

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Why EMBARK.LAW

6 reasons why scaleups switch to us

From lawyer to specialist, our whole team is tuned into the startup ecosystem. We deliver clear, pragmatic advice at the speed you need.

Specialized

We pioneered as one of Switzerland’s first law firms to specialize entirely in the startup ecosystem. Our services and expertise are tailored to you.

Proactive and fast

Startups and scaleups need to stay responsive. That’s why we’re proactive and anticipate your needs, so we can stay on top of things while moving fast.

International with a CH-US focus

With dual qualifications in Swiss and U.S. law, lots of experience in cross-border transactions, and a network of partners around the world, we’re ready to help you go international.

Commited to your UX

Your user experience is front and center for us. We’ll make your journey with us as easy and comfortable as possible.

Clear and to the point

We won’t quote the law and tell you “it depends”. You’ll get a straightforward answer in plain language.

Startup-friendly pricing

If you’re just starting out, we’ll dedicate a portion of our work on a pro bono basis to support you.

3 pages, not 50

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. And that kills you.

Mateusz Wojdylo, Founder & CEO Stellos AG (Enterprise Parking Management)

Growth stages and their legal implications

From foundation to exit

Stage 1

Idea and incorporation

The founding phase sets the course. We make sure today’s choices don’t haunt you in due diligence later.

Our solution at this stage

Incorporation & corporate setup
Founder & shareholder agreements
IP assignments
Founder employment contracts

Stage 2

Pre-Seed / Seed

You’re raising your first money and making your first hires. CLAs, employment contracts, customer agreements. The basics, done right and at speed.

Our solution at this stage

ESOP/VSOP
Customer contracts
Employment & contractor agreements, freelancer compliance check
CLAs & first equity rounds

Stage 1

Series A, B, C & expansion

The company scales, legal requirements explode: enterprise deals, multiple jurisdictions, complex hires, compliance. You need a firm that can keep pace.

Our solution at this stage

Financing rounds
Due diligence support
ESOP/VSOP
Cross-border expansion
Enterprise customer agreements
M&A (sell-side and buy-side)
Restructurings & joint ventures

Stage 4

Exit

The company gets ready to be sold. Founders transition into a new phase of their lives.

Our solution at this stage

M&A (sell-side and buy-side)
Exit structuring and negotiations
Due diligence readiness
IPO readiness
Post-merger integration
Founder roll-over & transition

Always on

On standby across every stage

Some legal needs evolve with you. Others are simply always there or can pop up at any stage.

Ongoing legal support
IP protection
Data protection / GDPR / AI regulation
Employee matters
Corporate housekeeping
Compliance
Cross-border transactions Switzerland – USA

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Pre-Series A Legal Checkup

Before you raise your next round: We review your legal infrastructure and identify risks that could deter investors.

Cap table & shareholder agreement

IP ownership & license structures

Employment contracts & ESOP/VSOP

Data protection & compliance

Corporate housekeeping & governance

Straight-forward action recommendations

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Enhancing our sales strategy and securing our interests

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, CEO and co-founder Brame AG (MarTech)