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FoundationLAV-FOUND-TEC-001-2026-COPY
The Tech Law Launchpad: A Foundational Course for Legal Professionals
The Tech Law Launchpad: A Foundational Course for Legal Professionals is a practical, self-paced program designed to help lawyers confidently navigate the legal side of startups and emerging technologies. Across eight short, engaging modules, participants will explore early-stage financing, contract negotiation, tech regulation, and compliance. The course blends Nigerian realities with global insights, helping learners think like legal advisors and strategic business partners.
Length
2 weeks
Commitment
6–7 hours/ Week
Delivery
Online
What you will be able to do
✓Advise startups with greater confidence on the legal issues they face as they launch, grow and raise capital.
✓Understand and assess startup structures including incorporation, founders’ arrangements, governance and early-stage investment.
✓Navigate startup financing and advise on common investment structures, key terms and investor considerations.
✓Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts with a stronger understanding of the legal and commercial interests at stake.
✓Assess compliance risks across areas such as data protection, employment, intellectual property and technology regulation.
✓Apply legal principles to real business situations, moving beyond theoretical knowledge to practical legal problem-solving.
✓Think beyond legal compliance and provide advice that supports your client's commercial goals and growth.
Syllabus
3 modules · 4 lectures
Week1Introduction & Legal Foundation On Startups1 lecture
Week
1
Introduction & Legal Foundation On Startups
1 lecture
- Legal Foundation On Startups
Week2Raising Capital1 lecture
Week
2
Raising Capital
1 lecture
- Early Stage Financing & Investment
Week3Commercial Contract Drafting & Negotiation2 lectures
Week
3
Commercial Contract Drafting & Negotiation
2 lectures
- Untitled lecture
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
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✓Self-paced learning, allowing you to learn at your own convenience.
✓Practical scenarios and exercises designed around real-world startup and technology challenges.
✓Knowledge checks and assessments to help you test your understanding as you progress.
✓Certificate of completion upon successfully completing the course requirements.
✓Access to course materials throughout your enrolment period.