Corporate Law Published & Fact-Checked 27 Aug 2026

What is a Founders' Agreement and why is it essential for tech startups?

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A Founders' Agreement defines equity split, reverse vesting schedules (typically 4-year with 1-year cliff), roles and responsibilities, IP assignment, decision-making rights, and exit mechanisms.

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