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Emmanuel K.
I am a corporate Attorney licensed in the state of Georgia and Ghana. My professional career started in 2016 as a litigator in a private law firm in Ghana. Subsequently in 2018, I moved in house to work for the University of Ghana and this is where my corporate transactional work experience began. Since coming to the US in 2019, I have gained significant transactional experience through internships at Verizon and Tricentis (a software testing company) during law school at UGA. Since graduating from UGA law school, I have worked as a corporate transactional attorney of an AmLaw 200 firm. In that role, I helped foreign companies entering the US market to establish a presence and comply with applicable corporate laws while doing business. I also assisted customers and service providers in the software and technology industry by reviewing SaaS and similar contracts. Also, I helped energy utilities in the renewable energy space navigate regulatory and policy issues and establish contractual business relationships through contract reviews.
"Emmanuel was excellent. Very responsive and flexible with my requests. He completed the work in a very timely manner. Would use him again in the future."
Benjamin M.
Ben is the founder of the Middleton Law Firm (2022). He has experience in the European Union and the United States. He interned with the University Rijeka, Croatia assisting businesses with trademark, Uniform Domain-Name Registry Dispute Registry, European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) privacy law compliance, and International Comparative Copyright issues as the country itself prepared itself for European Union statehood. He worked with Michigan State University's Anti-Counterfeit and Product Protection (A-CAPP) Center to protect and enforce its intellectual property in foreign territories and moderated panel discussions with brand owners and U.S. Customs to curb counterfeit products. Ben assisted indigent artists with legal issues and in some cases brought their works to life with Georgia Lawyers for the Arts. Ben is admitted to the federal courts of Georgia. Before practicing law, Ben worked for Core Security and Meridian Link as a software QA engineer in the information technology (IT) space. Ben produced countless commercial music recordings, engineered hundreds of songs, and served as executive producer seven studio albums as a founding member of member of Million Dollar Minds Entertainment (Est. 2006). He is an alumnus of The South Carolina State University (Bulldogs) and Michigan State University (Spartans).
"Benjamin did an excellent Job assisting me in this matter and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the same service I received for the Cease & Desist"
Casey B.
I have a Juris Doctorate degree from Mercer Law School, and I am an active member of the Georgia State Bar Association. I have spent the last eight years reviewing, drafting, editing, and negotiating hundreds of contracts on a monthly basis, working in-house for a Fortune 500 company. I am a results-driven, self-motivated, experienced contracts attorney with exceptional drafting, research and communication abilities.
"Working with Casey was a breeze. He was very responsive, professional, and thorough, and made the process easy for me. Super helpful, and would work with him again."
Ada A.
Over 19 years experience in the insurance industry. Experience in handling settlement and insurance management to obtain the best possible outcome for clients. Litigation and Discovery Management; Drafting and Filing of Pleadings, Motions and Briefs In Support.
"Ada A. was FANTASTIC and took her time in answering all of my questions. I highly recommend her and will be using her in the future."
Jerome L.
My experience includes 25 years of phone and customer facing customer service; 5 years managing a non profit with a focus in transportation; 10 years commercial/ residential asset management; 15 years project management in logistics and transportation, property management and law office management/civil litigation; 10 years working in the legal field, to include legal practice, marketing, managing office operations, human capital, etc, 5 years as a business and legal consultant, assisting entrepreneurs with business formation, evaluating business plans, partnering them with viable resources for success; and assisting businesses owners with improving business operations, development and customer experience
"Jerome was fantastic! He is very prompt, flexible, and easy to work with. Thank you!"
Elexius E.
My name is Elexius. I’ve been practicing since 2016. I began my career doing defense work for insurance companies. I handled worker’s compensation cases, insurance subrogation claims and a number of related employment issues including wage and hour disputes, resignation, termination and release of claims. I also handled employee contract matters and revised contracts as needed for my clients. In my current role I draft contracts and related agreements, including cease and desist, letters of understanding, and various notices. I also handle contractual interference issues.
"Great work! Elexius identified areas in the document that I hadn’t noticed and highlighted the risks involved if I proceed with executing the property management contract — it was absolutely worth the cost."
Jon F.
Hello! Interested in transactional and remote work. I primarily do real estate closings in northeast Georgia (I am ONLY LICENSED IN GEORGIA) but can also do other transactional matters from time to time. You have definitely heard of my litigation work -- now I'm happy on the transactional side!
"Jon was very patient and flexible when we decided to change directions. He was very helpful and accommodating."
Odini G.
I am an accomplished attorney with more than 19 years of experience and extensive expertise in business negotiations, commercial contracts, and technology transactions. With a proven track record of providing strategic legal advice and delivering exceptional results, I have successfully assisted numerous clients in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various business arrangements. My experience encompasses a wide range of areas, including intellectual property, data privacy and security, SaaS agreements, and software licenses. I co-founded a reputable general corporate law firm with three offices in Aspen, Atlanta, and New York. As a partner and attorney, I represented diverse clients, including start-ups, public corporations, investors, financial institutions, educational institutions, and non-profit entities. With a focus on delivering comprehensive legal solutions, I provided general counsel, expert dispute resolution, efficient litigation management, and skillful contract drafting and negotiations for businesses across industries.
"Supremely responsive and works surprisingly quickly. Strongly recommend!"
Esra A.
My firm focuses on family immigration (spouse, parents, children and siblings of US citizens and permanent residents), change of status, and citizenship applications.
September 5, 2023
Luisa A.
Luisa Alejos is the founder and owner of L.P.A. Law. She established her own firm to focus on providing clients with an exceptional level of personal service and support, trustworthy legal advice, and compassionate advocacy, consistent with her dedication to making service a cornerstone of her law practice and life. As a solo practitioner, her focus is personal injury, workers' compensation, and misdemeanor criminal defense but she also helps clients with contract drafting- particularly construction contracts and prenuptial agreements.
September 29, 2023
Andreas M.
Throughout his career, Mr. Mettler gained significant experience negotiating and documenting large-scale international transactions, managing legal and regulatory compliance, and collaborating with legal teams to ensure business activities aligned with contract terms, commercial objectives, relevant laws, and government regulations. This experience exposed him to the intersection of business and law, and he became increasingly interested in the law and its workings. As a result, after spending over 20 years in the technology industry as a successful executive, Mr. Mettler decided to transition into the legal industry to expand his skill set and pursue his passion for law. Mr. Mettler believes that his strong business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to simplify complex projects and issues into manageable components and easy-to-read terminology, is a valuable assets in the legal industry. * 20+ years sales and account executive for technology companies, focusing on international enterprise transactions, with deep experience in sales, international expansion, negotiating SaaS agreements, and account management. * Extensive experience working closely with legal teams to negotiate and draft complex large-scale international enterprise contracts, including SaaS agreements, with a keen focus on commercial, legal, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. * Proficient in identifying legal risks and opportunities in business transactions and developing strategies to mitigate risks (and work contract language around such risk) while maximizing value for the company and its customers.
May 7, 2024
Jalyn P.
The J. Parks Firm is a boutique law practice that primarily focuses on Business, Intellectual Property and Family Law Matters. We believe that each client's needs are unique and we work to tailor individualize solutions for you. Feel free to shoot us a message to see if we are a good fit for your legal needs.
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Can I be held legally responsible for a fraudulent eCommerce transaction made on my website?
I recently launched an eCommerce website where users can purchase products from various sellers. However, I am concerned about the possibility of fraudulent transactions being made on the platform. While I have implemented security measures, I want to know if I can be held legally responsible in case a user makes a fraudulent purchase and the seller suffers financial loss as a result.
Randy M.
Many people think that just running an eCommerce platform means they're not on the hook for what other people do. Turns out, it’s not that simple. You may be held legally responsible if your actions (or omissions) contributed to the fraud or failed to prevent it when a duty existed. It really comes down to how involved you are in the actual buying and selling. The more control you have over payments, product listings, prices, inventory, or customer service, the more you start looking like a real seller in the eyes of the law. And when that happens, your liability goes up fast. It’s one thing to be a neutral space for people to connect, like a digital classifieds board. But if you’re handling the money, writing product descriptions, and managing returns, courts might decide you’re not just a platform. You’re a participant. And then there’s the INFORM Consumers Act (15 U.S.C. § 45f). If your site hosts a lot of high-volume sellers (meaning 200 or more transactions a year totaling $5,000 or more), you’ve got to verify their identities. That includes bank account details, tax ID numbers, and contact info. Plus, you have to give buyers a way to report sketchy behavior. If you skip these steps, the FTC can fine you over $53,000 for each violation. That adds up fast. And if a seller ignores your request for info for more than 10 days, you’re legally required to suspend their account until they comply. Now let’s talk chargebacks. When someone uses a stolen credit card on your site, you’re usually the one who takes the hit. In most card-not-present transactions, merchant (not banks) absorb fraud-related chargebacks. That’s just the industry standard. So having a strong fraud prevention system isn’t just good business. It’s survival. Courts also look at how responsible you are with security. Are you using encryption? Are your payment processors secure? Do you have systems that flag weird activity? If you don’t, and someone gets hurt, you could be on the hook for negligence. Intent isn’t required for negligence, but it is for fraud. Courts will look at reasonableness, not intent. If a buyer or seller loses money on your site because you ignored obvious warning signs, they might come after you. And don’t assume Section 230 (47 U.S.C. § 230) will protect you. That law gives platforms some cover when they’re hosting third-party content, but it doesn’t apply across the board. It won’t shield you from your own conduct, criminal liability, IP violations, or anything involving data privacy. And if you’re too involved in the sales process, that protection can disappear altogether. Then there's PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance. If you’re processing credit cards directly, you’re expected to meet a long list of security standards. That includes how you store payment data, how you secure your systems, and how often you monitor them. The more volume you do, the higher the expectations. And if you don’t meet them, the consequences can be serious. So what’s the smarter route? Use a third-party payment processor like Stripe or PayPal. They take care of PCI compliance and usually absorb the chargeback risk. You should also set up your business as an LLC or corporation to limit personal exposure. Your terms of service should clearly explain your platform’s responsibilities, disclaim liability for seller fraud, and outline a dispute process. Make sure you properly vet sellers (especially the high-volume ones) and use fraud detection tools from day one. Also, make it easy for users to report suspicious activity, and act quickly when they do. The faster you respond, the less likely it is that someone will accuse you of doing nothing. Keep in mind that laws vary from state to state, and they get even more complicated when you’re dealing with international buyers or sellers. You might be fully compliant under federal law and still run into issues under state or foreign regulations. As your platform grows, your legal obligations grow right alongside it. Bottom line? You can reduce your risk, but you can’t erase it. The best thing you can do is build smart systems, stay compliant, and get legal guidance early. Talk to an attorney who understands eCommerce before you launch. That consultation will cost you a lot less than fixing a legal mess later.
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