University of Montana program, law students team up to help entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs who turn to the University of Montana’s business incubator have long found advice on vetting an idea, writing a business plan, or seeking the capital needed to launch a new line of products.

But along the way, Blackstone LaunchPad has quietly compiled a growing body of legal advice, from safeguarding intellectual property to forming a limited partnership, a limited liability company or a domestic profit corporation.

Three years later, the evolving program has helped dozens of upstart business owners minimize their risk while getting a friendly head start without breaking the bank on costly legal counseling.

By Martin Kidston/Missoula Current

Full Story: http://www.missoulacurrent.com/business/2017/03/um-launchpad-business/