Stop Giving Away Free Equity.
Download the 2026 Advisor Agreement (FAST Framework).
Standardize Mentor Compensation. Protect IP. 2-Year Vesting.
"Can I have 2% of your company to be an Advisor?"
If a mentor asks you this, your answer should be "No."
In the modern startup ecosystem, 2% is a massive amount of equity. It is what you give a full-time Founding Engineer, not someone who takes a phone call once a month.
Founders lose too much equity to "Dead Advisors."
These are people who are helpful for the first month, get their stock, and then disappear. If you don't have a contract with a Vesting Schedule and a Cliff, you cannot get those shares back.
The Legal Attorney Advisor Agreement uses the industry-standard FAST (Founder Advisor Standard Template) framework to ensure you give the right amount of equity for the right amount of work.
What You Get Inside the Kit:
1. The Master Advisor Agreement (Word)
A comprehensive, legal contract updated for 2026.
The FAST Levels: A clear "Menu" (Exhibit A) that lets you select the Advisor's role: Standard, Strategic, or Expert.
The 3-Month Cliff: If the Advisor stops being helpful in the first 90 days, you can terminate the agreement, and they get 0% equity. This is your safety net.
IP Assignment: Ensures that any ideas, introductions, or strategies the Advisor gives you belong to the Company, not them.
2. The "Bad Actor" Protection Clause
Updated for 2026.
If your Advisor has been sanctioned by the SEC or has a history of financial fraud ("Bad Actor"), their involvement can legally block you from raising money from investors.
Our agreement forces them to certify they are clean, protecting your future fundraise.
3. The Generative AI Privacy Clause
Advisors often use AI tools to help you.
Our contract explicitly forbids them from uploading your trade secrets or pitch decks into public AI models, preventing your data from leaking into the public domain.
4. The Execution Guide (PDF)
A step-by-step manual on how to classify the options (NSOs), how to get Board Approval, and how to have the "Equity Talk" without making it awkward.
Why Founders Need This Specific Template:
1. It Professionalizes the Ask
Instead of negotiating equity over a coffee, you hand them this agreement. It shows you know the market standards. It shifts the conversation from "What do you want?" to "Which Performance Level fits your time commitment?"
2. It Protects Against "Double Dipping"
Some Advisors work for competitors. Section 5 of our agreement forces them to disclose conflicts of interest, so they aren't feeding your strategy to their other clients.
3. It Saves $1,500 in Legal Fees
Drafting a custom Advisor Agreement with a lawyer costs hours of billable time. This template is ready to sign and accepted by investors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I have to pay Advisors in cash?
No. This agreement is designed for Equity-Only compensation. It specifically states that the Advisor is an independent contractor receiving Stock Options in exchange for services.
2. What if the Advisor wants more than the template says?
The template acts as an "Anchor." By showing them the Standard Levels (0.25% - 1.0%), you set the baseline. If they want 5%, they have to explain why they are worth 5x more than a standard Expert Advisor.
3. Is this an Employment Contract?
No. It explicitly defines the relationship as an "Independent Contractor." This saves you from paying payroll taxes, health insurance, or unemployment benefits for a mentor.
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