Business & Corporate
Investment & Securities
Legal advice on raising capital, investing and complying with securities rules.
Overview
What this involves
Offering shares or other interests to investors triggers securities laws, even when the raise is small and among people the founders know. Investors, for their part, need clear terms and an accurate picture of what they are buying.
KMC Justice advises companies raising money and investors putting it in.
How We Assist
How KMC Justice Can Assist
For companies, we structure the offering, prepare the documents and look at which exemptions and filings apply. For investors, we review the terms, protections and exit rights before money changes hands.
Scope
Matters We Handle
- Private placements and capital raises
- Investment, subscription and shareholder agreements
- Convertible notes and equity terms
- Fund formation and investor arrangements
- Securities exemptions and filings
- Disputes between investors and companies
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Do securities laws apply to a small private raise?
They can. Selling ownership interests is regulated even when the raise is small, so the offering should be structured with care.
Can you review an investment I am considering?
Yes. We read the documents with you and point out the terms that affect your rights and your ability to exit.
Do you give financial advice?
No. We give legal advice and work alongside your financial and tax advisors.
This page provides general information, not legal advice. Every situation is different. Contact us to discuss yours.
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Discuss your investment and securities matter with us.
Tell us briefly about your situation. We will review your inquiry and respond as appropriate.