SaaS, Platforms & Apps
Software businesses have unique legal needs that traditional business attorneys aren't built to address. We speak the language of tech and deliver the legal infrastructure that software-driven companies require.
Whether you're building a B2B SaaS platform, a consumer app, or a two-sided marketplace, your legal foundation looks fundamentally different from that of a traditional brick-and-mortar business. Data ownership, user agreements, API licensing, subscription billing terms, and platform liability rules are among the legal issues that every software business must address — and get right.
SaaS Agreements & Subscription Terms
A Master Subscription Agreement (MSA) or SaaS Agreement is the cornerstone contract governing your relationship with every customer. It should clearly define the scope of the license, the service level commitments, the data handling obligations, the limitation of liability, the payment terms, and the termination rights. We draft SaaS agreements that protect your business while building customer confidence.
Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Every app and platform needs a Terms of Service (or Terms of Use) that governs how users interact with the product, and a Privacy Policy that discloses how you collect, use, store, and share user data. These aren't just legal formalities — they are your primary legal defense against user disputes and regulatory investigations. We draft these documents to be compliant with applicable law (including CCPA, GDPR, COPPA, and applicable state laws) and actually readable by your users.
Data Privacy & Security Compliance
Data privacy regulation is expanding rapidly. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and a growing patchwork of state privacy laws create compliance obligations for any software company that collects personal data. We help SaaS companies and app developers understand their obligations, implement data subject rights processes, and structure their data practices to minimize legal risk.
Platform Liability & Section 230
Two-sided marketplaces and user-generated content platforms must navigate the complex landscape of platform liability — including the protections and limitations of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, DMCA safe harbors, and the growing body of state and federal legislation targeting platform intermediaries. We help platforms understand their exposure and build moderation and compliance frameworks that reduce risk.
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