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Doug Bend

Legal Counsel For EntrepreneursBend Law Group, PC

San Francisco, CA

Member Since March 2012

About

Doug Bend is the principal of Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused on start-up and small businesses.  Raised in Omaha, Doug is a graduate of Drake University where he graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with his bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History.  After completing his undergraduate studies, Doug received his master’s degree in Political Science from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.  He later received his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C.

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This checklist is a good starting point for putting together a game plan for your company's name change.

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Determining the amount of the valuation cap is more of an art than a science, but there are typically six key factors—let's take a look at them.

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Creating a new business idea is exciting, and it can be even more thrilling when you have a business partner by your side. However, for a partnership to flourish, it’s important to discuss the day-to-day operations and long-term vision for the business right from the start. From taking the time to set collective goals to establishing trust, 11 Young Entrepreneur Council members share the first steps new business partners should take when launching a venture. Follow their advice to set yourself up for success when starting a business partnership.

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Startups raising their first round of capital have to decide which type of investment vehicle to use.

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When an entrepreneur brings on a business advisor, they often do so with the intention of gaining sound insight and advice—finding that “second opinion” that can help steer their business in the right direction. But, many times, an advisor turns into something more: a true mentor who can offer guidance, support, motivation and understanding when times get tough, as well as the advice needed to help get you back on your feet. When thinking about the advice from their own business advisors, the members of Young Entrepreneur Council have a few key tips that come to mind. Below, each member shares one piece of sage wisdom their business advisor gave them, and why they consider it to be one of the best pieces of advice they’ve ever received.

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Most California LLCs that are small businesses never convert to a Delaware corporation for five reasons.

Company details

Bend Law Group, PC

Company bio

We are proud to be recognized as one of the top law firms in San Francisco. We help small business owners and startups launch their companies and serve as their outside general counsel so they can focus on successfully running their business. We act as a catalyst by providing our clients with exceptional resources to help their businesses grow. It is like having a good friend or family member advising your business.

Industry

Law Practice

Area of focus

Business Law

Company size

2 - 10