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The 10 Bits Of Legal Advice Every Tech Client Should Get ' On Day One

By Stanley P. Jaskiewicz

You've seen it so many times: New tech clients have great dreams. They're always sure that their invention will make millions, as soon as you, their attorney, introduce them to people who can provide the funding that will develop, market and advertise the invention.

Fame among bloggers and grad students alike is inevitable, once the world recognizes the brilliance of their ideas, which certainly no one else has ever done. All they need is some money and a few introductions, and they'll become the next great online success story.

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