Early-stage startups

At EMBARK.LAW, I get straightforward explanations for complicated challenges. This makes working with them fun and super productive.

Michael Fischer, COO Eleven Dynamics AG (factory automation)

For early-stage founders

Build fast,
build right.

EMBARK.LAW is the legal team built for early-stage founders. Clear advice without the legalese, fair pricing, and a foundation built to grow with you. From day one through your first round and beyond.

210+

startups, scaleups and investors supported

330+ million CHF

in venture deals enabled

94%

retention rate for ongoing clients

Countless

unsolicited happy client feedbacks, such as:

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.

Here’s where we come in

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.

Here’s where we come in

Stage 3

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.

Here’s where we come in

  • 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.

Here’s where we come in

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.

Responsive, reliable, and always there when needed

We’re consistently impressed by EMBARK.LAW’s reliability – they deliver on time, without fail. They are responsive, handle our legal matters quickly and accurately, and are attentive to our needs. Combined with their open and honest communication, that makes working with them a pleasure.

EMBARK.LAW’s strong and broad expertise in all areas of law is a huge asset to us, and their clear focus on solutions only strengthens our confidence in their support. We also appreciate EMBARK.LAW’s transparent and fair pricing.

We trust team EMBARK.LAW and know we can always count on them.

Benedikt Förster, CEO & Founder Cada Fertility AG (fertility treatments)

Why us

6 REASONS FOR EMBARK.LAW

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ready for the next step?

Tell us about your plans. We’ll get back to you asap with an initial assessment and a meeting proposal.