An Investor's Guide to Fiduciary Duty: NY Venture Week
Investing in innovative startups has never been more exciting…or more confusing. When you write a check into a syndicate, join an angel group, or become an LP in a VC fund, do you know who's legally obligated to act in your best interest? (Hint: often, no one.)
During NY Venture Week, GreenPortfolio and Michelman Robinson are bringing together angel and experienced investors for an honest conversation about the fine print that most people never read.
Walk away knowing:
Which investment structures carry fiduciary or other legal obligations — and which don't
What are their ongoing obligations to you as an investor
What questions to ask before you commit capital
Our speakers bring a 360-degree perspective to this complex landscape, having navigated these transactions from every seat at the table:
The Fiduciary: Advisors bound by strict duties of care and to act in your best interest.
The Founder: Entrepreneurs who have pitched, negotiated, and secured funding across these diverse structures.
The Attorney: Corporate counsel who have drafted, revised, and executed the foundational investment documents.
Free to attend. Bring your questions. Leave with a one-page overview guide and a more informed perspective.
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About GreenPortfolio
GreenPortfolio is a nationwide advisor matching service that connects individuals with financial advisors specializing in wealth management with climate as a priority. Its free platform is designed for investors who demand both impact and growth from their money, working to decarbonize retail wealth at scale.
About Michelman Robinson
Clients turn to Michelman Robinson when the stakes are high, the demands are urgent, and the path forward requires clear strategic judgment. We are an international law firm representing clients in complex litigation, transactional, and regulatory matters, serving as trusted advisors to businesses across a broad range of industries.
Founded in Los Angeles in 1999, the firm was built on an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to understanding clients' industries as deeply as their legal challenges. Today, Michelman Robinson represents companies ranging from emerging businesses to global brands in sectors including advertising & digital media, entertainment, financial services, hospitality, insurance, music, and technology. Headquartered in Los Angeles, with additional offices in Irvine, San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, New York, and London, the firm combines national capabilities with an international perspective.