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November 7, 2023
Boris K.
With over 10 years experience as a Real Estate Broker and an attorney, I can help you with all your residential real estate needs such as For sale by owner transactions and drafting grant deeds
Jana B.
I am a Silicon Valley tech lawyer with over 13 years of in-house experience and additional years in BigLaw. I provide tech licensing, data privacy, employment, international expansion, go to market, and other corporate and commercial legal services to clients in software, SaaS, bio-tech, cryptocurrency, financing, and construction business. I currently run my own practice concentrating on transactional, commercial, corporate or employment matters. Prior to starting my own practice, I joined as the first in-house counsel to lead the global legal strategy to bring tech products to market, increase revenue, decrease exposure to risk, and raise venture funding for HashiCorp Inc., currently an unicorn technology company with evaluation over $5 billion and venture funding over $350 million; Sysdig Inc., a technology company with venture funding of $195 million; and Anaplan Inc., currently a publicly traded company on the US Stock Market. Furthermore, I acted as in-house counsel advising leading technology enterprise companies such as HP, VMware, and Genentech and currently act as member of strategic advisory boards to several technology companies located globally
December 4, 2023
McCoy S.
P. McCoy Smith is the Founding Attorney at Lex Pan Law LLC, a full-service technology and intellectual property law firm based in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A and Opsequio LLC, an open source compliance consultancy. Prior to his current position, he spent 20 years in the legal department of a Fortune 50 multinational technology company as a business unit intellectual property specialist; among his duties was setting up the free & open source legal function and policies for that company. He preceded his in-house experience with 8 years in private practice in a large New York City-based boutique intellectual property law firm, working simultaneously as a U.S. patent litigator and U.S. patent prosecutor. He was also a patent examiner at the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office prior to attending law school. He is licensed to practice law in Oregon, California & New York and to prosecute patent applications in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office; he is also a registered Trademark and Patent Agent with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. He has degrees from Colorado State University (Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, with honors), Johns Hopkins University (Masters of Liberal Arts) and the University of Virginia (Juris Doctor). While in private practice, and continuing into his in-house career, he taught portions of the U.S. patent bar exam for a long-standing and well-known patent bar exam preparation course, and from 2014-2020 was on the editorial board of the Journal of Open Law, Technology & Society (JOLTS), and starting in 2023 will be on the editorial board of the American Intellectual Property Law Quarterly Journal (AIPLAQJ). He is the author or co-author of chapters on open source and copyright and patents in “Open Source Law, Policy & Practice” (2022, Oxford University Press). He lectures frequently around the world on free and open source issues as well as other intellectual property topics.
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December 6, 2023
Eliza J.
Eliza brings a distinguished track record of delivering outstanding results for her clients, showcasing expertise across a spectrum of legal areas. Eliza is not just an attorney; she's your dedicated advocate with a proven record of achieving excellent results for her clients. Her representation spans numerous family law cases, including dissolutions, custody, support, probate, and civil litigation matters. Eliza's unique background as a Registered Nurse and licensed Attorney sets her apart. Before establishing her law practice, she served as a Registered Nurse in various hospitals across Los Angeles and the Bay Area. Notably, she contributed to prominent institutions such as Los Angeles County Public Health and the City of Anaheim. Additionally, Eliza ventured into entrepreneurship, managing her own Professional Fiduciary and Consulting business. Her legal acumen extends to civil litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, worker's compensation, and family law matters. Eliza earned her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Public Health from CSU Dominguez Hills. In 2008, she furthered her education, obtaining a Master's Degree in Nursing, Administration, and Healthcare Management, along with a Quality Improvement Certificate. Eliza culminated her academic journey by earning her law degree from the JFK University of Law in 2016. Eliza's multidisciplinary background uniquely positions her to navigate the intricacies of legal matters, offering a comprehensive and compassionate approach to her client's diverse needs. Eliza's diverse background uniquely positions her to understand and address your legal needs comprehensively. Trust her to navigate your case with care and dedication, ensuring you receive the support you deserve.
December 13, 2023
James S.
Business and Real Property
December 15, 2023
Brian S.
I am a corporate lawyer with over 15 years of experience in litigation and in advising companies on a variety of legal issues, including mergers and acquisitions, securities regulations, and contract negotiations. I have a deep understanding of the technology industry and have represented numerous tech companies in my career.
January 26, 2024
Scott B.
Scott Bowen, Esq brings legal experience in family law, special education law, and healthcare law matters. Scott also has over 20 years of expertise in healthcare compliance, medical coding, and healthcare consulting to the firm.
January 28, 2024
Aaron S.
My passion is protecting the passions of others. I have 5+ years of contract review, and all aspects of entertainment law including negotiation, mediation, intellectual property, copyright, and music licensing. I also have experience working with nonprofits, and small businesses helping with formation, dissolution, partnerships, etc. I am licensed in both Texas and California.
Dany G.
Lawyer Vets APC is a digital legal practice founded on the idea that legal services should be available to all– Not just a privileged few. In support of this mission, we leverage technology to reduce overhead, increase productivity, and put more money in our client's pockets.
February 6, 2024
Sayema H.
Sayema Hameed is an experienced California attorney offering exceptional legal services in the field of employment law. With over two decades of legal experience, Sayema provides her clients with thoughtful and strategic advice and counsel, attention to detail, and high quality work to satisfy client goals and achieve successful outcomes. Helping clients maintain legal compliance, reduce liability exposure, and resolve conflicts efficiently are top priorities of Hameed Law Group. Sayema's practice includes preparation and update of employee handbooks, policies, and contracts, as well providing advice and counsel in all areas of employment in California. Sayema makes it a priority to stay up to date on the latest developments in California employment law. Sayema has been recognized as a Southern California Super Lawyer (2019-2024) and previously as a Rising Star (2009-2017) by Super Lawyers, a rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
March 19, 2024
Arohi K.
I am a Partner at Kashyap Partners (operating in California, New York and New Jersey), along with it's sister firm in India. I have been working as a technology, transactional and data privacy lawyer for 5 years with a specialisation in start-up law.
April 8, 2024
Steve H.
Steve has 20+ years of IP and litigation experience, including 10+ years of experience at two of the most prestigious large U.S. law firms, Greenberg Traurig LLP, (AMLAW 10) and Sheppard Mullin LLP (AMLAW 100). Steve has been a licensed U.S. Patent and Trademark Office registered attorney and litigator since 2002. Steve’s extensive experience and interpersonal skills have given him the skills that allow him to provide his clients with the very best quality and service. Steve has successfully represented clients achieve their goals in a variety of IP, patent, trademark and trade secret disputes. He has successfully obtained many hundreds, if not over a thousand, valid and enforceable U.S. and international patents and trademarks applications for his clients over the years. As a result, he has strong, longstanding relationships with many of the Examiners at the USPTO and works with an international team of foreign associates to secure foreign rights and litigate abroad whenever needed. Many of Steve’s clients have been a client of Partners Law Group for 5+ years. More than a few have been clients for 15+ years. Steve prides himself on providing accurate results and efficiency-driven advice on complicated IP, litigation, and real estate matters in a clear and concise way; helping his clients make the best decisions possible when dealing with complex and sensitive legal matters. Steve has successfully negotiated hundreds of complicated licensing and pre-litigation IP, patent, trademark, business, real estate cases and matters for various clients large and small. Steve’s IP practice focuses on all aspects of intellectual property and covers various technical disciplines. He has extensive experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, internet or business methods and processes, broadband and 5G technologies, data acquisition, migration, monitoring and protection, piracy, nutritional supplements, sports and nutrition products, herbal products, pharmaceuticals, orthodontics, and surgical procedures and devices, health-related products to computer hardware and software, music, and mobile device applications, hardware and software, business methods, industrial machinery, mechanical devices to other technologies he understands and believes he can help the client achieve his or her goals.
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I am a small business owner looking to hire a social media marketing agency to handle my company's online presence, but I'm unfamiliar with the legal aspects of social media marketing agreements. I want to ensure that the agreement covers all necessary terms and protects my business's interests, such as ownership of content, confidentiality, and termination rights, so I need guidance from a lawyer who specializes in this area.
Randy M.
If you're hiring an agency to handle your social media, your contract should do more than just list services. It should protect your business. Below are the key sections to focus on, why they matter, and how to make sure the agreement works in your favor. Scope of Services Be clear on what you're actually paying for. "Manage social media" is too vague. Instead, ask for specifics. For example: "Agency will create 12 Instagram posts, 4 video reels, and 1 monthly performance report." If the contract includes paid advertising, split the ad spend from the agency’s fees. Set a limit on how much the agency can spend without getting your approval in writing. This keeps you in control and avoids unexpected charges. Content Ownership and Intellectual Property Everything the agency creates for your brand (images, videos, captions, even the working files) should be yours once it’s paid for. Ask for a "work made for hire" clause and a backup assignment of rights. It's okay if the agency keeps ownership of its own templates or tools, but you should have a forever license to use anything they include in your content. Also, they should be responsible for making sure any music, stock photos, or fonts are legally licensed, and they should cover you if anything they use causes legal trouble. Account Access and Control Make sure your business always owns its social media accounts. The agency can be added as a user, but you should stay the account owner. At the end of the relationship, the contract should require them to return or export all data, ad accounts, passwords, and analytics. This prevents them from locking you out later. Confidentiality and Data Protection Your agreement should include a two-way confidentiality clause that protects sensitive business info like customer data, ad strategy, and performance reports. This protection should last even after the contract ends, usually for two to five years. If your business handles personal data from California or the EU, the agency should agree to follow privacy laws like the CCPA and GDPR. Termination Your contract should give you two clear ways out: (1) a termination for cause that lets either side end the agreement if the other party breaches it and doesn’t fix the issue within a set time (usually 10 to 30 days), and (2) a termination for convenience that lets you walk away for any reason, typically with 30 days’ written notice. Payment and Expenses Spell out how much you're paying, when payments are due, and what’s included. A flat monthly retainer is common. Ad spend should be billed separately and backed by receipts. If other costs come up (like influencer fees or stock photos) make sure the contract says who covers them. It’s also fair for the agency to charge late fees or pause work if they haven’t been paid after a certain number of days. Liability and Risk Management The agency should protect you if something goes wrong on their end, like using copyrighted material without permission or running ads that break the rules. For bigger contracts, ask them to carry liability insurance. Most agencies will want to limit how much they’re on the hook for, usually just the amount you’ve paid them. That’s standard, but you can ask for exceptions when it comes to things like confidentiality breaches or intentional wrongdoing. Also, include a clause that says if a PR crisis hits, they’ll notify you right away and stop posting until you give the green light. Compliance with Laws and Platform Rules The agency should agree to follow all advertising laws, platform rules, and FTC guidelines. If they’re working with influencers, the contract should require proper disclosures like “#ad” or “sponsored.” This keeps your brand out of legal trouble and makes the agency responsible if something slips through. Independent Contractor Status Make it clear that the agency isn’t your employee. This keeps you protected from tax issues and makes it clear they’re responsible for their own team, benefits, and taxes. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law Pick your home state’s laws to govern the agreement. It’s smart to require a step like mediation before either party can sue. It can save a lot of time and money if a disagreement comes up. Sample Clauses You Can Use: Ownership Clause: “All content, graphics, videos, captions, and advertising materials created by Agency for Client shall be deemed works made for hire. To the extent any such materials do not qualify as works made for hire, Agency hereby assigns all right, title, and interest in such materials to Client upon full payment.” Termination Clause: “Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon 30 days’ written notice. Upon termination, Agency shall deliver to Client all content, data, credentials, and materials created or maintained on Client’s behalf within 5 business days.” The Final Analysis Whether you need a quick contract review or full legal support, Contracts Counsel’s experienced lawyers are ready to guide you every step of the way. They’ll make sure your business is protected and your social media marketing partnership starts on solid legal ground.
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