Writing

Thinking out loud on legal ops, AI, entrepreneurship, and the spaces between.

What In-House Lawyers Actually Do at a Startup

Spoiler: it's not just reviewing NDAs. A look behind the curtain at what legal looks like when you're building a function from scratch.

Fractional vs. In-House: The Honest Trade-offs Nobody Mentions

Having worked extensively as fractional counsel across many companies, here's what the job boards leave out about both sides of the equation.

The 83(b) Election: What Every Startup Employee Needs to Know Immediately

You have 30 days from grant. Here's what that means, why it matters, and how to not miss the window.

Consulting Is a Business, Not a Freelance Gig — The Difference Matters

Most solo consultants undercharge, under-systematize, and burn out. The ones who build something think differently about what they're actually selling.