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September 11, 2017

5 Costly Errors That Destroy Startups

Jack Blum, Employment Attorney

On September 11, Jack Blum (former Associate) presented at DC Startupweek on what to avoid when beginning a startup.

The presentation was held at Alley powered by Verizon Co-Working Space in Washington DC. Jack's presentation synopsis is below.

Are you an entrepreneur who thinks the "legal stuff" is not that important? Maybe, you started your business without first establishing a solid legal foundation. Or perhaps, you figured you would just wing it and wait to get into legal trouble before speaking to or hiring an attorney. During this session, attendees will learn: the common legal errors that start ups make and how to avoid them why legal is an important and necessary investment for their business the steps to keep their business out of the legal hot seat. Please bring your own lunch!

To learn more, please visit the DC Startupweek website. 

Jack is a former member of the firm's Litigation and Employment Law practice groups. 

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