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Melissa L.
Seasoned negotiator, mediator, and attorney providing premier legal advice, services, and representation with backgrounds in the following but not limited to law areas: business/commercial (restaurant & manufacturing), contracts, education, employment, family and matrimonial, healthcare, real estate, and probate & wills/trusts
"This attorney has been extremely professional, accurate, available, and extremely fast. In a word, very efficient. Within 3 days she gave me the final product, a high quality one. I should also add that her courtesy throughout the process was the cherry on top of the cake. I could not recommend her enough!"
Brad B.
Business attorney with over 15 years of experience serving companies big and small with contracting including business, real estate and employment.
March 9, 2025
Christopher R.
Over the course of the past 30 years, in both General Counsel roles (3 times) and in private practice, I have built a successful national real estate transaction, construction, and environmental law practice
August 23, 2025
Alexander C.
I am a solo practitioner that runs my own legal practice. I am currently licensed in 16 states and I'm working to expand that reach.
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Brian J R.
Immigration expert with over 30 years’ experience focused on start-up companies H-1, L-1, E, O-1 visas. PERM and extraordinary ability immigrant visas. Complex family immigration cases and waivers. I also assist early stage comapnies in entity formation and general legal matters for start-up companies in the areas of Telehealth, Technology and International Trade.
Haroldo M.
A seasoned attorney dedicated to navigating complex legal issues and devising strategic solutions for my clients.
"He keeps in constant contact with me. He has been very fast and very helpful If your looking for a great lawyer, He is your lawyer! I highly recommend hiring him!"
July 7, 2026
Koohyar H.
I'm an attorney who loves music, comedy, and tech. My goal is to help creative people and entrepreneurs focus on their ideas by taking care of the boring legal stuff for them.
January 21, 2024
Ernestas P.
I am a broadly skilled legal professional. I am highly drawn to technology, fintech, intellectual property, privacy law, contracts. I am also experienced in business litigation and business transactions. I have been told to have the following skills perfect time management, critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, communication and decision making. As a former flight attendant, I am well versed and acquired many of those skills in a fast faced multicultural/multilingual setting. I am able to work solo or as a team member and quickly adapt to changes. Finally, I am fluent in English, Lithuanian, Russian.
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 29, 2024
Damian T.
Damian is a founding partner of Holon Law Partners. He began his career as an officer in the Marine Corps, managing legal affairs for his command in Okinawa, Japan. In this role, he conducted investigations, assembled juries for courts martial, and advised his commander on criminal justice matters. Damian was twice selected to serve as his unit’s liaison to the Japanese government and self-defense forces. Damian later worked as a transactional attorney in New York, where he handled commercial real estate, finance, and restructuring matters. He has also participated in insider trading investigations at the SEC, worked on compliance at a private equity firm, and managed legal operations and special projects at a vertically integrated cannabis company in New Mexico. Damian draws on these diverse experiences to provide his clients with creative solutions to thorny legal issues – from negotiating commercial leases to managing complex securities offerings. In addition to practicing law, Damian volunteers as a research assistant at the University of New Mexico Medical School’s McCormick Lab – studying the microbiology of longevity and aging. When not working, he enjoys spending time with his two pit bulls and pursuing his passions for foreign languages, art, philosophy, and fitness. Damian resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
January 28, 2024
Jonathan F.
Trial and transactional attorney with over 30 years experience with complex business transactions and disputes.
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.
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Strategic Transaction
New York
Can a Deal Structuring Consult help me determine the best approach for structuring a business deal?
I am in the process of negotiating a business deal with another company and I am unsure about the best approach for structuring the deal to ensure it is fair and beneficial for both parties involved. I have heard about Deal Structuring Consults and I am wondering if consulting with a lawyer who specializes in deal structuring could provide me with valuable guidance and advice on how to structure the deal in the most favorable way for my business. I want to make sure that all legal aspects are considered and that the deal is structured in a way that protects my interests and minimizes potential risks.
Danny J.
A Deal Structuring Consult can indeed be invaluable in determining the best approach for structuring your business deal. As an experienced business lawyer, I can provide crucial insights and guidance tailored to your specific situation. Key benefits of a Deal Structuring Consult include: 1. Customized Strategy: We can develop a structure that aligns with your business goals and risk tolerance. 2. Risk Mitigation: Identify potential legal and financial risks, and implement safeguards to protect your interests. 3. Tax Efficiency: Explore various structuring options to optimize tax implications for your business. 4. Negotiation Support: Provide strategic advice to strengthen your negotiating position. 5. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the deal structure complies with relevant laws and regulations. Given the complexity of business deals and the potential long-term impact on your company, professional guidance is crucial. A well-structured deal can significantly enhance the value and reduce risks for your business. As your legal advisor, I could: 1. Review the proposed deal terms 2. Analyze potential structuring options 3. Assess legal and financial implications 4. Provide recommendations for optimal deal structure 5. Assist in drafting and negotiating deal documents Would you like to discuss your specific deal in more detail? I can help ensure that your interests are protected and that the deal is structured in the most advantageous way for your business.
Business
Business Purchase Agreement
Connecticut
Buying restaurant process
How to transfer the previous owner restaurant to our? I would like to get the step of process. Buying from them or contact to the landlord.
Jane C.
There are many steps to buying a restaurant. Will you be buying the assets? Or will you buy the entity as a whole? To start, I suggest you consult with an attorney. You will need to do many things. A lien search. Depending on how you structure the transfer - contract assignments, lease assumption, IP transfers, etc.
Business
Employment Contract
California
What is fixed term employment contract?
I have been given a contract that says 'Fixed Term Employment Contract'. How is this different than a normal employment contract? Is there anything I need to consider before signing this?
Michael M.
This is an agreement that has a fixed amount of years which is agreed to by the employer and the employee. These types of agreements usually have a term of say 1, 2, or 3 years and often are renewable for another fixed term
Business
Book Publishing Agreement
California
Can a book agreement be terminated if the publisher fails to meet the agreed-upon publication deadlines?
I entered into a book agreement with a publishing company to publish my manuscript, and the agreement included specific publication deadlines. However, the publisher has repeatedly failed to meet these deadlines, causing significant delays in the release of my book. This has not only affected my reputation as an author but also caused financial losses. I would like to know if I have grounds to terminate the book agreement due to the publisher's failure to meet the agreed-upon publication deadlines.
Dolan W.
Hello! My name is Dolan and thanks for choosing contractscounsel.com! It’s super frustrating when a publisher doesn’t meet their deadlines, especially when it messes with your reputation and finances. Whether you can end the agreement depends mostly on what’s in your contract. Check to see if it says anything about what happens if the publisher misses deadlines. If the deadlines were key to the deal and their delays are considered a major breach (something that defeats the purpose of the contract), you might have a solid case to terminate. Most contracts require you to give formal notice of the problem and allow time for the publisher to fix it (a “cure period”). If they still don’t deliver, you’re in a better position to end things. If it turns out they are continually failing, this is a breach of contract. A breach of contract simply means that one party was obligated to perform and they have either not performed or have said that they will not perform. (Restatement (Second) of Contracts.) This applies regardless of whether the agreement was written or done orally. Typically, the aggrieved party is entitled to be returned to the same position they were in before the breach. I hope this helps and let us know if you need to review. Dolan
Business
Form 2553
Texas
Can a single-member LLC elect S corporation status by filing Form 2553?
I am the sole owner of a limited liability company (LLC) and I am considering electing S corporation status for tax purposes. I have heard that filing Form 2553 with the IRS is necessary to make this election, but I am uncertain whether this form can be used by a single-member LLC. I want to ensure that I am taking the correct steps to obtain S corporation status and maximize the tax benefits for my business.
Jennifer B.
Yes, your single-member LLC can elect S corporation tax treatment. The transition requires a two-step process with the IRS. First, since your LLC is currently treated as a disregarded entity for tax purposes, you'll need to file Form 8832 to elect corporate tax treatment. Once the IRS has processed this election, you can then file Form 2553 to specifically request S corporation status. Timing is crucial for this election. For the S corporation status to take effect in the current tax year, you must file Form 2553 either within the first two months and 15 days of that tax year, or at any time during the preceding tax year. Before proceeding, you should verify that your LLC meets all S corporation eligibility criteria. Your business must be domestic, have only permissible shareholders (individuals, certain trusts, or estates), maintain only one class of stock, and not fall into certain prohibited categories like financial institutions or insurance companies.
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