

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: OTC Seminar Series: Startup Law 101
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Innovate Carolina for a seminar discussing practical guidance on the legal and business decisions that shape the success of startups.About this EventJoin us for an evening with Anna S. Tharrington, Managing Partner at Hutchison PLLC, as she shares practical guidance on the legal and business decisions that shape the success of startup companies.Drawing on years of experience advising entrepreneurs, angel investors, and venture capital funds, Anna will walk through the foundational decisions founders face when launching and growing a company — and how to structure those decisions thoughtfully from the start.Whether you're a faculty researcher exploring a university spinout, a student with a startup idea, or an entrepreneur actively building a company, this session will provide a practical roadmap for establishing the legal and structural foundation that allows startups to grow, raise capital, and scale successfully.In this session, Anna will discuss:Choosing the right legal structure and avoiding common early-stage pitfallsStructuring founder relationships, equity, and governance the right wayPreparing your company for angel and venture capital investmentContracts and early business decisions that can create issues later if handled incorrectlyHow to build a legal foundation that supports long-term growth and investmentAbout the SpeakerAnna S. Tharrington is Managing Partner of Hutchison PLLC, a North Carolina-based law firm focused on representing high-growth companies, investors, and innovation-driven businesses. She regularly advises startups from formation through venture financings and exit transactions and represents angel investors and venture capital funds across the region. Through her work with founders, investors, and university spinouts, Anna brings a practical, real-world perspective on how startups can build strong foundations and avoid common early-stage mistakes.The presentation will be followed by a Q&amp;A session and networking reception.
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Chapel Hill
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Rizzo Center
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- **full address**: The Rizzo Center, 150 Dubose Home Lane, Chapel Hill, United States

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- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-04:00)
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