startup-due-diligence
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Startup Due Diligence Skill
Overview
Conduct legal due diligence on early-stage US startups (Seed/Series A). This skill supports:
- Investors: Identify risks before investing
- Founders: Prepare for diligence, fix issues proactively
Workflow
Step 1: Intake
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