The vast majority of material issues in structuring startup financings, at least as they relate to the involvement of lawyers, boil down to two key categories: economics and control.
Economics
The following are some useful posts for understanding the economic side of seed rounds, including convertibles (notes or SAFEs) v. equity, and the nuanced flavors of each category:
- Why Startups Should Avoid Post-Money SAFEs
- Myths and Lies about Seed Equity for Seed Rounds
- A Convertible Note Template for Startup Seed Rounds
- Template Library
Control (and power dynamics in corporate governance more broadly)