Legal Clinic for Startups Series | Ready to Raise: Legal Prep for Fundraising and Investors
February 19, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
We’re excited to have you join us February 19th for this no-cost, virtual series designed to equip Eastern Kentucky founders with practical legal knowledge and tools.
Many founders aren’t sure how to prepare legally for bringing on outside investment. This session explains what investors look for and what legal groundwork should already be in place.
Topics Covered:
- Convertible notes vs. SAFEs vs. equity rounds
- Key fundraising documents (term sheets, cap tables, subscription agreements)
- Legal red flags that scare away investors
- Due diligence 101: what to expect
- Complying with securities laws
Ideal Audience:
Founders actively preparing to raise pre-seed, seed, or friends-and-family rounds.
Questions? Email Kacy Hicks, the Director of Innovation, at any time: kacy@soar-ky.org
Spots are limited for each virtual session. Don’t miss your chance to get practical, founder-focused legal guidance at no cost.