Sobre nosotros
I am a partner in Buckworths specialising in startups and small businesses. I have set up this group as a forum to provide peer2peer legal advice to start-ups in London. I believe that there is a core of legal knowledge that can and should be shared for free.
I'm planning to hold monthly meetups initially focussing on one relevant legal topic at each meetup.
Any start-up in London is welcome to join.
Hashtag #startuphacks
Eventos próximos
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Investor Ready: How to Deliver a Pitch Investors Can’t Ignore
·En líneaEn líneaYou believe in your business. You're ready to raise funding. But how do you get investors to believe in you?
🚀Investor Ready: This free webinar is designed to help you master the art of pitching, stand out from the crowd and speak directly to what investors want to hear whether you’re raising your first round or gearing up for Series A.
Delivered by Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock,, who’ve helped thousands of startups raise investment.
💡What You’ll Learn
What Investors Are Really Looking For
- Market needs
- What excites angels vs VCs
- Why your team is keyEarly Stage vs Growth Stage Pitching
- How to pitch when you’re pre-revenue
- What changes as you scale
- What metrics matter most at Series A and beyondHow to Create a Winning Pitch Deck
- How to open strong and hold attention
- Storytelling techniques that build belief
- Slide-by-slide breakdown of what to includeInside the Investor’s Mind
- What turns investors off
- What to say, how to say it and what not to say
- How to talk about traction, market size and team without fluffMake Them Want to Join Your Journey
- How to show your route to return on investment
- Talking exit strategy
- What makes your business investable, now and in the futureYou'll Walk Away With:
- A framework for structuring your pitch
- An understanding of what drives investor decisions
- Confidence to present your team, traction and market the right way
- Practical tips you can use immediately
- Don’t pitch blind. Pitch smart.
- Join us to find out how to turn investor interest into investment.☝️Q&A with Michael Buckworth
Bring your questions! This is your chance to ask the UK’s top startup solicitor anything about fundraising, documents and investors.
🙋♂️Meet the Speaker: Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Michael makes complex startup law simple and provides actionable advice you can implement immediately.
📘Download Chapter One of Built on Rock for free and start building your business on solid legal foundations: click here1 asistente- £10.00
Raising Investment: What Founders Need to Know
·En líneaEn líneaThis practical and informative event will cover the investment process, explain what investors are really looking for, and provide clarity on SEIS and EIS tax reliefs, one of the most powerful tools available to UK startups raising capital.
💰What You’ll Learn
Sources of Funding for Startups
We’ll explore the main sources of funding available to startups and growing businesses, including angel investors, SEIS and EIS investment, early-stage funds and private investment. You’ll learn when each option is most appropriate and how founders should think strategically about funding stages.Tax Reliefs for Angel Investors
Understand why SEIS and EIS are so attractive to angel investors, how tax reliefs reduce investor risk and how founders can use this knowledge when engaging with potential investors.SEIS and EIS Explained Clearly
Learn how the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) and Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) work, why they matter to investors and how they can significantly improve your chances of raising funding.We’ll cover:
- Company eligibility requirements
- Investor qualification rules
- Timing and advance assurance
- Common pitfalls that delay or prevent approval
- How to prepare properly before approaching investors
- How to engage with investors
🔢Getting the Maths Right
We’ll explain the importance of valuations, dilution, investment structure and financial assumptions, helping founders understand the numbers behind a funding round and avoid issues later.⚡️Top 3 Mistakes Founders Make When Raising Investment
Learn from real-world experience as we highlight the most common mistakes founders make when raising investment and how to avoid them.📄Investment Documents and Deal Readiness
Understand the key legal documents involved in raising investment, why they matter, and how early decisions can impact future funding rounds.💬Live Q&A with an Expert
The session will conclude with a Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask practical questions relevant to your own business and funding plans.🎯Who Should Attend
This event is ideal for:- Startup founders and co-founders
- Early-stage and scaleup businesses
- Entrepreneurs planning to raise investment
- Business owners who want to understand SEIS and EIS before speaking to investors
- No prior fundraising experience is required
🎤Speaker
Michael Buckworth
Founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock: The Entrepreneur’s Legal Guide to Start-Up Success.Michael advises founders and high-growth businesses on investment, growth and risk management. His work focuses on helping entrepreneurs avoid common legal pitfalls and build businesses on strong foundations. Built on Rock simplifies complex startup law into clear, practical guidance and is widely used by early-stage businesses across the UK.
📊Free SEIS/EIS Eligibility Calculator
We also offer a free SEIS/EIS Eligibility Calculator, allowing startups to complete a few simple steps and receive a tailored SEIS/EIS eligibility report directly to their inbox within 2 business days.SEIS/EIS Eligibility Calculator:
https://www.buckworths.com/eis-sense-eligibility-calculator/1 asistente 
How to Make Your Startup More Attractive to Buyers
·En líneaEn líneaUnlock strategies and tools to make your startup irresistible to acquirers
Ready to sell your startup and get the best deal possible without the usual legal headaches?Selling your company can feel overwhelming: finding the right buyer, navigating complex negotiations and managing high legal fees. In this free live webinar, Michael Buckworth, founder of Buckworths, will show you exactly how to make your startup more acquirable and close your exit faster.
In this session, we’ll cover:
- How to get exit-ready and clean up your cap table
- How to present your terms confidently with Heads of Terms
- How to make due diligence simple and secure for buyers
- How to list your business anonymously and find serious buyers
- How to close deals faster with legal documents
- Common pitfalls that slow down exits and how to avoid them
- Plus, get a practical overview of the process from preparing your company, finding buyers, negotiating and completing the legal steps to close your deal efficiently.Who should attend?
- Founders planning or preparing to sell their startup
- Entrepreneurs who want to understand what buyers are really looking for
- Startups seeking a faster, cheaper and simpler exit
- Anyone interested in making their business more attractive to investors and acquirersWhy attend?
Because buyers ask one question first:
“Is this startup ready for a smooth exit?”
If you can’t answer confidently, this is the event for you.Q&A with Michael Buckworth
Bring your questions! This is your chance to ask the UK’s top startup solicitor anything about your startup exit.
Meet the Speaker: Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Michael makes complex startup law simple and provides actionable advice you can implement immediately.
Download Chapter One of Built on Rock for free and start building your business on solid legal foundations: click here1 asistente
Scale Your Startup Like a Pro: Tips, Tricks & Tactics
·En líneaEn líneaPractical strategies every founder needs to grow with confidence
Scaling a startup is exciting but it’s also where many founders stumble. From raising funds and managing investors to hiring talent and protecting your business legally, the challenges multiply as you grow.
In this free live webinar, Michael Buckworth, founder of Buckworths, will share proven tips, tricks and tactics to help you scale like a pro. We work exclusively with startups and high-growth businesses, so we know exactly what it takes to grow smart, avoid pitfalls and attract the right investors.
In this session, we’ll cover:
✅ How to structure your company for scale from day one
✅ Legal essentials to protect your IP, team and investment
✅ Practical strategies for raising funds and keeping investors onside
✅ The key contracts and documents every scaling startup must have
✅ Common founder mistakes that slow down growth and how to avoid them
✅ Insider tactics to prepare for future exits and acquisitions
Live Q&A with Michael Buckworth
Your chance to put your scaling and legal questions directly to Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Michael will answer your questions live, giving you tailored insights from his experience advising hundreds of startups.
Who should attend?
🚀Founders getting ready to scale their startup
💸Early-stage companies planning their next raise
📈Entrepreneurs who want to grow smarter, not riskier
🔎Anyone interested in building a business that’s investment-ready and built to last
Download Chapter One of Built on Rock for free and start building your business on solid legal foundations: click here1 asistente
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