FYI: 409A valuation for option grants

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I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

409A valuation for option grants. I've been dealing with this for about 16 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already tried to resolve this directly but did not get a clear answer.

Am I overthinking this or is this a real legal issue worth pursuing?

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I've dealt with this before.

Here's where people usually go wrong is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long....

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NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. Standard disclaimer: talk to an actual attorney for your case.

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Been there. Here's what I learned.

A lot of people mess up by is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.