If our AI model was trained on data that includes copyrighted material or web-scraped content, could that pose issues during acquisition due diligence or afterward? April 16, 2025April 16, 2025
If the acquiring company wants me (the founder) to stay on for a couple of years or sign a non-compete, how should I approach those negotiations to protect myself and my team? April 16, 2025April 16, 2025
Our SaaS AI product uses several open-source libraries and models (some of which we’ve fine-tuned). What licensing or IP issues might that raise in an acquisition, and how can we prepare for them? April 16, 2025April 15, 2025
Our startup handles a lot of user data. What privacy, security, or compliance documentation will acquirers expect us to provide (e.g., GDPR policies, SOC 2 certification)? April 16, 2025April 15, 2025
We had a few early contractors who never signed IP assignment agreements. How big of an issue is that during due diligence, and what can we do now to fix it? April 16, 2025April 15, 2025
What are some red flags a buyer might find in our legal, IP, or financial documents during due diligence, and how can we address them proactively? April 16, 2025April 15, 2025
What common intellectual property pitfalls might I be overlooking that could derail our acquisition, and how can I spot and fix them now? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
What kind of tax or legal paperwork should I be prepared for after selling my company (e.g., tax filings related to the sale, escrow releases, earn-out agreements)? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
What last-minute issues or negotiations should I expect right before closing an acquisition deal (for example, purchase price adjustments, escrow holdbacks, IP warranty clauses)? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
What should I tell key customers or partners about a potential acquisition—especially if we might need their consent for contract transfers or they sense changes coming? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
What should we disclose about our AI training data and methods to a potential acquirer to avoid any legal or compliance surprises later on? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
What specific questions will a buyer likely ask during due diligence for an AI startup, and how can we best prepare our answers and documentation? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
What typically goes into a closing binder for a startup acquisition, and what do I need to have ready by the time we close the deal? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
When is the right time to tell my employees that we’re in acquisition discussions, and how much should I share with them? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Will a buyer expect us to have audited financials or GAAP-compliant statements? What financial documentation might I be overlooking as we prepare for a sale? April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
