The AG Elevate program supports ambitious technology startups in overcoming legal challenges that arise during their growth. Over a ten-month period, tech startups that are part of the accelerator can benefit from legal advice and mentoring. Additionally, the program provides access to specialized seminars and networking events from Addleshaw Goddard, which offer a platform for exchanging ideas with business leaders, investors, and industry contacts.
Legal & operational challenges of a startup
Elvan Hussein, partner at Addleshaw Goddard, explains:
“For companies in the founding phase, it can be difficult to manage the numerous legal and operational challenges that often arise during growth. We support them and leverage our extensive expertise in the technology sector.”
And Christian Lang, partner at Addleshaw Goddard in Germany, adds:
“We are looking for emerging tech startups with strong leaders who can convince us with their product or service and high growth potential. We look forward to helping ambitious startups accelerate their growth and overcome obstacles.”
The AG Elevate offer
Since the program launched in 2017, more than 60 companies have been supported and assisted in overcoming legal and operational hurdles. Startups from the technology sector are eligible to participate if they have established growth plans and have received seed or Series A funding.
- A personal mentor to discuss legal and strategic challenges in monthly meetings
- Free initial consultation, including in specialized legal areas, and a 30 percent discount on standard hourly rates
- Access to specialized seminars and networking events from Addleshaw Goddard
- Updates on legal topics and access to Addleshaw Goddard publications
- Access to regular information sessions organized in collaboration with mentors from the Addleshaw Goddard network
The application deadline for AG Elevate runs until July 31, 2024.
More information about AG Elevate and the opportunity to apply for a spot.
