
Founders Academy: Managing Legal Disputes in Startups: Risk Mitigation and Resolution
10 Sept 2026 · 18:00 · Zürich
About this event
This Founders Academy session focuses on equipping startups with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage legal disputes. Participants will learn crucial strategies for risk mitigation and resolution, ensuring the long-term stability and success of their ventures. The event aims to provide practical insights into preventing conflicts before they escalate and navigating them confidently when they arise.
What to expect
- Understanding the most common sources of disputes in startup environments
- Learning preventive measures to reduce conflict risk early on
- Exploring the main methods for effective dispute resolution
- Gaining practical steps to confidently handle legal disputes
Agenda
1. Main Session Understanding and resolving legal disputes in startups, led by experts 2. Networking Apéro An opportunity to connect with speakers and other attendees
Who should attend
This event is ideal for founders, investors, business partners, and anyone involved in the operational and strategic management of startups who wishes to understand and mitigate legal risks.
About the host
The Swiss Startup Association is an umbrella organization supporting Swiss startups through networking, educational programs, and practical services. Prager Dreifuss is a renowned Swiss law firm specializing in business law, providing effective and client-centric legal solutions for startups, covering various legal matters from formation to intellectual property protection.
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