Convertible Notes: Understanding the Debt and Equity Hybrid

Authored by Anthony Bekker and Casper Xiao Convertible notes are a popular means of quickly securing financial investment for early-stage startups. They’re usually “cashed out” at a later stage, be that in an equity round, or a business exit, and can be thought of as a loan that bears interest over time. In this guide […]

Goal Setting Tips from Lawyers to Kick Start 2023

As we ride into 2023 (perhaps by now we’re even remembering to date our documents correctly?!), it is the perfect time to reflect on the past and set goals and aspirations. In this article, Biztech Lawyers set out our top 5 goal tips for setting and sticking to your 2023 goals. 1. Keep your goals […]

Busy Start for Biztech with Openmarkets’ US$90m NASDAQ Deal

“Openmarkets has signed a deal with Nasdaq-listed blank check company Broad Capital Acquisition Corp at an estimated valuation of $US90 million to (if performance-related earnouts are added) $US110 million.” writes Street Talk journalists Anthony Macdonald, Sarah Thompson and Kanika Sood, an award-winning senior journalist covering technology and healthcare for the Australian Financial Review. Congratulations to […]

10 Tips and Tricks to Get Your House in Order

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As the holiday season quickly approaches, it won’t be long before the turkey is roasting (in the Northern hemisphere), or prawns are being shelled (down South), and presents are being opened everywhere.  Now’s the time for many entrepreneurs to enjoy a slow down and take a breath. End-of-year deals are dusted, and you can look […]

Biztech Lawyers Launch UK Legal Services

Biztech Lawyers has launched a UK offering as it looks to build out its global presence. The firm, which has offices in Sydney and Melbourne, has unveiled its UK office in a bid to create a “launchpad” into the European market. The office, which is based in London, aims to “service innovative companies from the […]

Biztech Lawyers Expand Australian Executive Team

The technology and business law firm has appointed a new figurehead to its executive team. Prudence Mack joins Biztech Lawyers Biztech Lawyers has welcomed Prudence Mack as global operations and marketing director and senior lawyer. In her new role, Prudence will be responsible for spearheading the firm’s global expansion strategy, and launching its South-East Queensland […]

The Emerging Law Firm Winning Big Name Startup Clients

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“An emerging law firm is successfully winning big-name startup clients off some of the most established practices in the country, signing up more than 110 clients in only four years,” writes Yolanda Redrup, an award-winning senior journalist covering technology and healthcare for the Australian Financial Review. What’s in the article? Anthony Bekker, Managing Partner for […]

Redomiciling Your AU Tech Business to the US

Redomiciliation & Business Flipups

Many Australian tech entrepreneurs dream of expanding their businesses to the United States. However, with the current global economic climate and changing legal landscape, many are considering a more drastic move: redomiciling their companies to the US.  Redomiciling or ‘flipping up‘ refers to the process of moving a company’s domicile (or legal home) from one […]

Redomiciling Tips: Aussie Tech Businesses Expanding to USA

Redomiciliation & Business Flipups

For many Australian tech entrepreneurs, undergoing a redomicile to expand their business to the United States is the ultimate goal. It’s a chance to tap into a larger market, secure more funding, and gain invaluable exposure. However, the journey across the Pacific is far from easy. From navigating complex legal systems to adapting to cultural […]