University/Startup Community Ambassadors

Talking Tree was founded by a tech attorney who, after moving from a Fortune 100 company to a midsized public one, saw how even well‑resourced legal teams struggled with the cost of commercial legaltech tools. If they couldn’t afford it, how could a scrappy startup? So, we built an alternative. With a team of engineers, NLP researchers, and legal experts, Talking Tree now offers affordable, nonprofit‑built tools at true operational cost.

Our Work

• AI Legal Assistant for contract drafting and review.
• Template Library with lawyer‑vetted business docs.
• Plain‑English Legal Guides anyone can understand.
• Volunteer Clinics (in development) for hands‑on help.

Impact

• 10,000+ users served
• $250K+ in legal fees saved
• Growing partnerships with accelerators & nonprofits

About Talking Tree

Talking Tree (talkingtree.app) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit making legal support accessible for startups, small businesses, and first‑time founders. We provide lawyer‑built AI tools, contract templates, and plain‑English legal education‑because legal help shouldn’t be reserved for those who can afford expensive law firms or pricey software.

Role Summary

As a University/Startup Community Ambassador, you’ll help us connect with student founders, entrepreneurship centers, incubators, and campus organizations that could benefit from Talking Tree’s free and low‑cost legal tools. You’ll play a direct role in helping first‑time founders access the legal resources they need to build stronger, more sustainable businesses‑without breaking their budgets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and connect with entrepreneurship programs, incubators, and startup communities at your university or local schools
• Share Talking Tree’s mission, tools, and resources with students, founders, and startup mentors
• Help onboard student founders who need legal templates, AI tools, or educational materials
• Share feedback from students and programs to help us improve our offerings
• Promote Talking Tree at events, workshops, or startup competitions where appropriate

Ideal Background

• Current student or recent alum involved in entrepreneurship, law, business, or campus leadership
• Connected with entrepreneurship clubs, startup centers, or university incubators
• Strong communication and networking skills
• Passionate about startups, small business, legal access, and making an impact

Time Commitment

Flexible‑typically 2-4 hours per week, but may vary depending on events or opportunities.

Why Volunteer with Talking Tree?

• Help student founders get the legal resources they need to succeed
• Gain experience in community outreach, partnerships, and entrepreneurship support
• Build your resume and network while contributing to a mission‑driven nonprofit
• Receive a letter of recommendation after successful completion

Private Group Details

• Group Size Range 1 - 50+
• Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park)
• Event can be held at organization location(s)
• Event can be held virtually
• Donation Requested