At Forthlaw, our mission is to make high-quality legal services accessible to bootstrapped founders who traditionally couldn't afford them. We're combining technology with innovative delivery methods to create a new approach that works for founders with limited capital.
The traditional legal services model has failed bootstrapped founders in three critical ways:
Traditional law firms operate on a billable hour model that encourages inefficiency and unpredictable costs, creating financial barriers for bootstrapped founders.
Expensive downtown offices, large support staff, and partner profit expectations create a cost structure that prices out bootstrapped startups.
Traditional firms approach every legal issue as if millions are at stake, applying excessive layers of review when bootstrapped founders need practical, right-sized solutions.
Every bootstrapped founder should afford the legal protection they need to build a successful business. No founder should have to choose between proper legal work and conserving precious startup capital.
Making quality legal services accessible to bootstrapped founders who traditionally couldn't afford them
Delivering high-quality legal services without compromise, ensuring founders have proper protection from day one
Providing 100% transparent, predictable pricing with no surprise bills or hidden fees
Offering milestone-based approaches that align legal costs with business growth stages
"The democratizer business model is more than just a way to save money—it's about ensuring that every bootstrapped founder can afford the legal protection they need to build a successful business. Traditional legal services have left too many founders choosing between proper legal work and conserving precious startup capital. At Forthlaw, we've proven that with the right approach, you can have both."
Experience quality legal services that won't break the bank — because every founder deserves the opportunity to build their dream on solid legal ground.
Everything you need
Go ahead and start exploring legal strategies and agreements. Forthlaw is here for you to move fast and grow safely.
Onboard any team member as either a new Hire or as a Subcontractor.
Safely promise incentives as Team Equity, Founder Equity, and Advisor Equity.
Part ways amicably and respectfully with another Founder, Team Member, or Advisor.
Protect your information, materials, and inventions with NDAs, Work for Hire, and Invention Assignments.
Raise money via Equity Ownership, SAFE notes or Hybrid Equity/Debt convertible debt.
Protect your time and money with Agreements and Terms & Conditions with Clients and Customers.
Raise money via repayable Loans from Officers, Friends & Family, and Friends of Friends.
Grow and expand by buying Assets, Talent, and Clients & Customers.
Block employees and team members from Soliciting customers and Competing with you head-on.
Fixed prices with flexible payments.
Stop paying by the hour. With Forthlaw, you'll only pay a flat-rate price, saving 60-85% compared to traditional law firms. See the price comparison.