Jana Buresova

About

Legal that actually keeps up with your business. Clear answers. Fast turnaround. No jargon, no layers, no unnecessary back-and-forth. Just practical guidance that helps you make decisions and keep moving. I’ve been the first legal hire at high-growth startups and also part of larger in-house teams, so I know how to operate in both scrappy, build-as-you-go environments and more structured organizations. That means I can jump in quickly, figure things out, and get work done without needing hand-holding or slowing your team down. I work directly with founders and operators on what matters—product, privacy, hiring, and contracts. From everyday agreements to complex negotiations, the goal is always the same: solve the problem, protect the business, and keep momentum. Having been in-house, I understand the pressure to move fast and the need for legal that’s not just technically right, but actually useful. You’ll get straight answers, real-time support, and advice grounded in how businesses actually operate. We communicate however it’s easiest—Slack, email, or a quick call when it’s faster to talk it through. No bottlenecks, no overcomplication. From first hires to scaling and key deals, legal should feel like an advantage—not a blocker.

Practice Areas

Featured Clients

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Services

• Data Privacy

  Advising businesses on data protection, compliance, and risk management to navigate evolving privacy laws and safeguard sensitive information.
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• Fundraising

  Fundraising is a pivotal moment for any business, and presenting a sophisticated corporate structure is essential to attracting investors. Our Fundraising services guide you through every stage, from term sheets and SAFEs to Series A and beyond. With meticulous attention to detail, we ensure your company is investor-ready, compliant, and positioned to meet the high expectations of discerning counsel.
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• Startups

  Providing legal support on formation, governance, contracts, and scaling strategies to help startups build strong legal foundations for growth.
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"Jana worked as a lawyer for my small business/startup for around 1 year. She helped us through some restructuring plans and helped us develop contracts for our employees, contractors, investors, and partners. Jana is very patient and kind and she takes the time to listen and explain things. She understands the unique challenges that small businesses face and it was a pleasure to work with her!"

Work

• 
  Managing Attorney / Founder

  LaunchLaw.io

  Jan 2019 - Present
• 
  General Counsel

  Performio

  Nov 2019 - Feb 2023
• 
  General Counsel

  BITRIA (Acquired by Gemini)

  Aug 2018 - Jan 2022

Education

• University of San Francisco
  LLM, Litigation & International Business Transactions
• Stanford University
  Exchange Programe, Law
• English College in Prague - IB
  International Baccalaureate Diploma
• Charles University
  Doctor of Law (JD), Law
• Cardiff University
  LLB