Starting or scaling a business is exciting—but the legal side can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Women on Wealth, Julina Ogilvie sits down with Robyn Drucker, Transactional Attorney at Cohen and Wolf, to break down the legal foundations every woman entrepreneur needs.Robyn has helped countless business owners—from new founders to women inheriting businesses—navigate the decisions that protect their assets, reduce risk, and support long-term success. Together, we unpack the practical steps, overlooked pitfalls, and confidence-building strategies that can make or break your business.Episode Breakdown02:00 – The First Legal Steps When Starting a Business07:00 – Unique Challenges Women Entrepreneurs Face10:00 – Legal Considerations When Scaling14:50 – When (and How Often) to Check in With a Lawyer15:40 – The Biggest Legal Risks Entrepreneurs Face18:00 – Real-World Examples of Things Going Wrong20:00 – Contracts 101: What Must Be Included24:00 – Can You Use Online Templates or AI for Legal Documents?32:00 – Protecting Personal vs. Business Assets35:00 – Multiple Streams of Income: When Is It a “Real” Business?37:40 – Hiring Your First Employee40:50 – The Truth About Independent Contractors vs. EmployeeConnect with Julina Ogilvie:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInEmail- [email protected] with Robyn Drucker:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-drucker-77244147/The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. The statements and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the author. PWP cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any statements or data. For current PWP information, please visit the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with PWP’s CRD #290180

Ask this episode

“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

Transcript

Related