Ask Me Anything: Jake Butts, Business Legal
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Tuesday, Apr 28, 2026 9am - 11:30am
Details
This session is designed for founders, creatives, and business owners who want practical, plain language guidance on essential business law topics beyond IP and trademarks. The focus is on real world legal considerations that support long term growth and responsible scaling.
Participants will have the opportunity to meet one on one with Jake for a private 30 minute session to ask questions and get clarity on topics such as:
Business formation and entity structure
Operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and governance
Contracts and negotiations
Legal considerations for hiring and partnerships
Compliance and growth related legal issues
Common legal pitfalls as companies scale
In addition to the legal session, attendees will meet with a member of the Gradient membership team for a brief tour of the building. This introduction will highlight Gradient’s workspaces, resources, and community offerings. After the tour, participants will receive a complimentary day pass to continue working from Gradient for the remainder of the day.
