Issuing new corporate shares to investors and founders
Why It Matters

Improperly Issued Shares Create Ownership Disputes

Issuing shares without the right board approval and documentation can leave ownership legally unclear, which becomes a serious problem the moment there's a dispute or a future investor asks for proof. World Trademarks Counsel documents every issuance correctly, so ownership is never in question.

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Equity Issuance

Securities Law Applies Even To Small Raises

Issuing shares to investors, even informally, can trigger securities law requirements you're not aware of until it's a compliance problem. World Trademarks Counsel structures issuances to fit applicable exemptions, so a private raise doesn't turn into a regulatory issue.

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Share certificates and cap table updated after a share issuance
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Why Choose World Trademarks Counsel for Share Issuance

Founder shares, investor rounds, and employee equity grants each require different documentation and approval steps. We prepare the specific paperwork your issuance actually needs, rather than a generic template.

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An inaccurate capitalization table causes problems during fundraising, acquisitions, or disputes down the line. Our attorneys update your cap table with every issuance, so it stays a reliable record of who owns what.

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You know the cost of documenting each issuance upfront, whether it's a single grant or a full funding round.

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Why choose World Trademarks Counsel for share issuance services
Our Process

How Share Issuance Works

Share issuance intake
Issuance Intake

Tell us who's receiving shares, how many, and the terms of the issuance.

Drafting share issuance resolutions and certificates
Document Preparation

We prepare board resolutions, stock certificates, and any required securities filings.

Share issuance filing and confirmation
Issuance & Cap Table Update

We finalize the issuance and update your capitalization table to reflect the new ownership.

Basic Plan

Basic filing support to help you complete your trademark application correctly.

$395

Govt. filing fee not included Register My Trademark
Features:
  • Trademark Application Review
  • Basic Trademark Search
  • Application Preparation Support
  • Filing Requirement Review
  • Document Collection Assistance
  • Application Submission Support
  • Filing Process Guidance
  • Initial Case Assessment

Deluxe

Additional review and filing assistance for businesses that need extra support.

$595

Govt. filing fee not included Register My Trademark
Features:
  • Attorney Trademark Review
  • Comprehensive Application Review
  • Trademark Search Analysis
  • Application Draft Preparation
  • Filing Process Management
  • USPTO Submission Support
  • Case Progress Updates
  • Filing Strategy Guidance

Premium

Advanced filing support with deeper review and guidance throughout the process.

$895

Govt. filing fee not included Register My Trademark
Features:
  • Advanced Trademark Search
  • Complete Application Preparation
  • Professional Filing Support
  • Trademark Risk Review
  • USPTO Filing Management
  • Application Monitoring
  • Case Update Support
  • Registration Guidance

Attorney

Advanced filing support with deeper review and guidance throughout the process.

$1,295

Government filing fee included Register My Trademark
Features:
  • Attorney Application Review
  • Comprehensive Trademark Search
  • Filing Strategy Consultation
  • Legal Application Preparation
  • USPTO Correspondence Support
  • Office Action Guidance
  • Trademark Case Management
  • Ongoing Legal Assistance
Beyond Issuance

Your Cap Table Needs To Stay Current

Issuing shares correctly the first time matters, but your ownership records need continued attention as the company grows and more equity events happen. World Trademarks Counsel stays involved past the initial issuance, so your records stay accurate.

Vesting Schedule Tracking

Vesting Schedule Tracking

We track vesting schedules tied to founder and employee shares, so unvested equity is properly accounted for at all times.

Stock Option Pool Management

Stock Option Pool Management

We help you manage your option pool as you grant equity to new hires, so available shares are tracked accurately.

Future Round Preparation

Future Round Preparation

As you prepare for additional funding rounds, we make sure your existing issuances are properly documented for investor due diligence.

Securities Filing Updates

Securities Filing Updates

We handle any follow-up securities filings required as your issuance history grows or changes.

Real Clients Share Their CFO Guidance Experience

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"Managing our share allotment for new investors was a daunting task, but World Trademarks Counsel handled the entire process seamlessly. They ensured all equity distribution docs complied strictly with corporate law, leaving zero room for disputes."

Emberly Vance
Founder & Managing Lead

"World Trademarks Counsel drafted our share issuance agreements and updated our cap table flawlessly. Their attention to legal detail gave both our founding team and new shareholders total confidence."."

Cassian Sterling
Chief Executive Officer

"Issuing new share classes during our seed funding round required precise legal execution. World Trademarks Counsel took care of every resolution and share certificate swiftly, saving us weeks of back-and-forth."

Zariah Thorne
Operations Director

"Clear legal advice, fast document turnarounds, and complete compliance. World Trademarks Counsel made issuing equity to key employees straightforward and stress-free."

Toren Kael
Co-Founder & Partner

"We relied on World Trademarks Counsel to handle our corporate equity allocation during a restructure. They reviewed every clause and ensured all state filings were executed strictly by the book."

Callista Hayes
Principal Executive

Issue Company Shares Safely & Maintain Total Compliance

From drafting share agreements to updating corporate cap tables, World Trademarks Counsel manages your equity allotment end-to-end with precision.

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