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Cherie M.
Dedicated attorney with contract experience in Washington, Virginia, and Kansas.
"I was very pleased with Cherie. The work was done in a timely fashion and was exactly what I needed. I intend to hire her again in the very near future."
Mark P.
I represent a diverse mix in a vast array of specialties, including litigation, contracts, compliance, business and financial strategies, and emerging industries. Credit for this foundation of strength goes to those who taught me. Skilled professors and professionals fostered my powerful educational and professional background. Prior to law school, I earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration & Accounting from Peru State College. I received a Master of Business Administration degree from Chadron State College. My ambitions did not stop there. While working full time as a Senior Accountant for the University of Missouri, Columbia, I achieved the lifelong goal of becoming a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Mizzo provided excellent opportunities and amazing experiences. Managing over $50M in government and private research funding was a gift. As a high ranking professional in the Department of Research, I was given priceless insight into the greatest scientific, journalistic, medical, and legal minds in the world. My passion for successful growth did not, and has not stopped. I graduated summa cum laude (top 3%) with a Doctorate in Law, emphasizing in urban, land use and environmental/toxic tort law from the University of Missouri, Kansas City. This success lead to invaluable experiences of serving as Hon. Brian C. Wimes' judicial clerk for the U.S. District Court for the W. D. of Missouri, as a staff editor/writer for UMKC Law Review, and as a litigation and transactional attorney with Lathrop GPM (fka Lathrop & Gage). My professional and personal network is expansive, with established relationships throughout the U.S. and overseas. Although I engage in legal practice all over the country, I maintain law licenses in Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska. Federally, I hold licenses in the W.D. and E.D. of Missouri and the District of Nebraska. To offer extra value, efficiency, and options, I maintain a CPA license and am obtaining a real-estate brokerage license.
"I contacted Parachini Law after I had sent multiple unanswered information requests a third party. Mark not only send out a record request to the address specified, but also sent out additional requests at other possible business addresses to ensure the request was received. As a result, I finally received the information I was looking for. The firm was very professional to work with."
August 18, 2020
Braden P.
Braden Perry is a corporate governance, regulatory and government investigations attorney with Kennyhertz Perry, LLC. Mr. Perry has the unique tripartite experience of a white-collar criminal defense and government compliance, investigations, and litigation attorney at a national law firm; a senior enforcement attorney at a federal regulatory agency; and the Chief Compliance Officer/Chief Regulatory Attorney of a global financial institution. Mr. Perry has extensive experience advising clients in federal inquiries and investigations, particularly in enforcement matters involving technological issues. He couples his technical knowledge and experience defending clients in front of federal agencies with a broad-based understanding of compliance from an institutional and regulatory perspective.
John C.
Licensed to practice law in the states of Missouri and Kansas. Have been licensed to practice law for 44 years. Have been AV rated by Martindale Hubbel for almost 30 years.
August 2, 2023
Scott M.
Skilled/versatile attorney (and RE broker) with 10+ years' experience and diverse background in real estate, business law, injury litigation, estate planning. Select Experience: • Former General Counsel (and current Of Counsel) for a prominent real estate developer touching on all aspects of business in a hands-on and advisory role, including Lease and PSA contract negotiations; • Years of successful injury litigation practice as associate and solo (primarily plaintiff, some defense) with multiple six-figure settlements; • Years of expertise in business law for a variety of industries as well as estate planning for small to mid-size entities.
July 11, 2023
Kennedy W.
Graduated from Washburn University School of Law with certificates in Tax Law and Business Transactions. Served as a specialized tax advisor and business consultant to clients across the nation over the last 8 years. I have practiced law since 2019, specializing in entity formations, contract drafting, contract review, contract disputes, business transactions, demand letters, legal research, and general business consulting.
July 26, 2023
Michael S.
Born and raised in St. Louis, MO. Bachelors Degree from the University of Iowa. Masters Degree from the University of Melbourne. J.D. from the University of Kansas. Licensed to practice law in Missouri and Kansas. Tennessee currently pending.
October 30, 2023
Matthew F.
Matthew grew up in Leawood, Kansas. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Communications in 2016 and from the University of Kansas School of Law in 2019 where he received a Business and Commercial Law Certificate. During his time as an undergraduate, he worked at a consulting firm focused on political campaigns and corporate public relations. In May of 2020, he will receive an MBA with a focus on finance from the University of Kansas Business School. Matthew is interested in several practice areas including business and commercial law, arbitration, and civil litigation. In his free time, Matthew enjoys playing basketball, using his virtual reality headset and listening to audiobooks.
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Michael W.
Graduate of Georgetown Law (J.D. and LL.M in Taxation) Injury Claims Adjuster before law school for top insurer Eight plus years of legal experience Past roles: Associate at premier boutique law firm in the DC metro area Policy Associate at a large academic and research institution Solo Practice Areas of Expertise: Contracts Business Formation Trusts and Estates Demand Letters Entertainment Transactions
"Michael was great to work with, professional and responsive. He hit the deadline and delivered the required document for me. Highly recommend both him and Contracts Counsel!"
Donya G.
Donya G.
I am a Contracts and Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney with more than 25 years of diverse legal and business experience. My practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, contract dispute resolution, and a broad range of business-related legal matters. I have extensive experience managing and closing transactions across a variety of industries, including SaaS, IT, eCommerce, franchises, agencies, and food services. I take a practical, business-oriented approach to transactions, helping clients efficiently navigate complex deals from initial structuring and negotiation through execution and closing. My combined legal, litigation, financial, and business experience allows me to deliver strategic, efficient, and practical solutions tailored to my clients’ objectives, whether in deal negotiations, contract structuring, dispute resolution, or complex business transactions
"Donya was an amazing partner and was very patient and diligent in dealing with the APA and OA. I highly recommend her as she knows her stuff, is confident, and always has your back."
Matthew F.
As a business law attorney serving Coral Springs, Parkland, and Broward County, FL, Matthew has been recognized as “AV” rated, which is the highest rating an attorney can achieve through Martindale’s Peer Review system. Year after year Matthew is listed in the “Legal Leaders” publication as a top-rated attorney in South Florida in the areas of litigation, commercial litigation, and real estate. Matthew is also a graduate and instructor of the Kaufman Foundation’s FastTrac NewVenture Program, presented by the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development.
"I really appreciated how efficient Matthew was with my request. The work was timely, thorough, and completed very seamlessly through the. platform. Matthew followed up with me throughout the process and kept me up to date as we move through each step. Thank you!"
July 11, 2020
Carlos C.
Carlos Colón-Machargo is a fully bilingual (English-Spanish) attorney-at-law and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over twenty years of experience. His major areas of practice include labor and employment law; business law; corporate, contract and tax law; and estate planning. He is currently admitted to practice law in Georgia, Florida, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico and currently licensed as a CPA in Florida. He received a Master of Laws from the Georgetown University Law Center in 1997, where he concentrated in Labor and Employment Law (LL. M. in Labor and Employment Law) and a Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the Inter American University.
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Equipment Purchase Agreement
Kansas
Can I cancel an Equipment Purchase Agreement without penalty?
I recently entered into an Equipment Purchase Agreement with a supplier to purchase machinery for my business, but due to unforeseen circumstances, I am now considering canceling the agreement. I want to know if I can do so without incurring any penalties or legal consequences, as there is no explicit clause in the agreement regarding cancellation or termination.
Melissa L.
You will need to review the Equipment Purchase Agreement for the cancellation clause regarding the terms and conditions specifically for the unforeseen circumstances/Acts of God. Is there a probationary period? I cannot answer this question without reviewing the aforementioned agreement.
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Industrial Building Lease
Kansas
Can the landlord change the terms of an industrial building lease agreement without my consent?
I recently signed a lease agreement for an industrial building to use as a manufacturing facility for my business. However, the landlord has informed me that they want to make changes to certain terms of the lease, such as increasing the rent and reducing the duration of the lease, without seeking my consent. I am concerned about my rights as a tenant and whether the landlord has the authority to unilaterally modify the lease agreement without my agreement.
Cherie M.
Unless there is something in the agreement that states otherwise, no, they are not allowed to make those kinds of changes without your consent.
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Liability Waiver
Kansas
Is a liability waiver enforceable if it was signed under duress?
I recently participated in a recreational activity where I was required to sign a liability waiver before being allowed to participate. However, I felt pressured to sign the waiver, as the staff did not provide any opportunity to review the document or seek legal advice. I am now wondering if the waiver is enforceable since it was signed under duress and if I would still be held liable for any injuries sustained during the activity.
Cherie M.
Thank you for your question. From the facts you presented, this would not be duress. You could argue undue influence since they were pressuring you, but it lacks the duress element since you could have just not participated. Kansas is also very generous in favoring the enforceability of liability waivers, so the specific facts of the incident and the terms of the waiver would have to be taken into consideration. Please let us know if you have any further questions!
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Book Publishing Agreement
Texas
Can a book publishing agreement be terminated if the publisher fails to fulfill their obligations?
I recently signed a book publishing agreement with a small publishing company, and they promised to provide editing, marketing, and distribution services for my book. However, it has been several months since the agreement was signed, and the publisher has failed to fulfill their obligations. They have not provided any editing or marketing support, and my book is not being properly distributed. I am concerned about the future success of my book and wondering if I have grounds to terminate the agreement due to the publisher's breach of contract.
Ricardo A.
Material Breach by Publisher – Right to Terminate:Ye s – under Texas law, if a book publisher fails to fulfill fundamental obligations under the publishing contract, the author (non-breaching party) may have the right to terminate the agreement. A material breach (a failure that goes to the heart of the contract) by one party allows the other party to end the contract and cease further performance. For example, if the publisher does not publish the book or fails to provide agreed-upon marketing/promotion crucial to the book’s success, that failure can be deemed a material breach of the publishing agreement. In such a case, the author can treat the contract as terminated due to the publisher’s non-performance. Texas courts recognize that when one party doesn’t “hold up their end of the bargain” in a significant way, the other party is relieved from continuing the contract. Contractual Termination Clauses: The specific written contract terms are critical here. Most publishing agreements are written and often contain provisions addressing default or termination. For instance, the contract might state that if the publisher fails to publish the book by a certain deadline or fails to pay royalties, the author can terminate and regain rights. Any such clause in the agreement will govern the termination process. Typically, publishing contracts include a requirement that the author give the publisher written notice of the breach and a chance to cure it within a specified time before the author can terminate. Texas law enforces these notice-and-cure provisions as written. Always check if the agreement has a clause like “Termination for Publisher’s Failure to Perform” or an “out-of-print”/reversion clause that triggers if the publisher isn’t meeting obligations. Notice and Opportunity to Cure: Before immediately canceling the contract, the author should follow any procedural steps required by the contract. Commonly, formal notice to the publisher describing their failure is required, along with a reasonable opportunity for the publisher to fix the problem. For example, if the publisher missed the publication deadline, the contract might require the author to give notice and maybe 30 days for the publisher to cure (publish or make arrangements) before termination is effective. This aligns with general contract principles in Texas – acting in good faith and giving the breaching party a chance to remedy can be necessary if the contract stipulates it. If the publisher fails to cure the breach in the prescribed time, the author can proceed to terminate the agreement. Grounds for Termination – “Failure to Fulfill Obligations”: Failing to meet essential obligations– such as not meeting publication deadlines, not printing or distributing the book at all, or not paying the author – typically constitutes a material breachin a publishing contract. If the breach “defeats the purpose of the contract” (for instance, the whole point was to publish and promote the book, and the publisher isn’t doing that), Texas law would consider it a substantial failure warranting termination. In one illustrative scenario, an author asked if they could end the contract because the publisher missed multiple release deadlines; the legal reasoning was that if timely publication was a key term, repeated delays amount to a major breach justifying termination. Likewise, lack of promised marketing support could be a breach if it significantly undermines the book’s success. The author should document how the publisher’s non-performance is a serious violation of the agreement. Remedies upon Termination: If a publishing agreement is terminated for the publisher’s breach, the author is generally released from any further obligations to that publisher and can seek remedies. This often means the author can keep any advance already paid (depending on the contract) and reclaim the book rights. The author may also seek damages for any financial losses caused by the delay or non-performance, though in publishing, usually the primary “remedy” is getting the rights back so the author can find a new publisher. Under contract law, the non-breaching party is entitled to be put in the position they would have been if the contract had been performed – in practical terms, the author could claim lost profits or opportunities if provable. However, many publishing contracts limit remedies, so it’s important to follow the contract’s termination procedure to ensure the rights revert to the author cleanly. In summary, yes, an author can terminate a book publishing agreement if the publisher materially fails to fulfill their obligations. Texas law treats a publisher’s significant failure (missed deadlines, no publication, lack of payment, etc.) as a material breach that can justify ending the contract. The author should invoke any applicable contract clauses, give required notice and time to cure, and then terminate if the issue remains unremedied. Once properly terminated for breach, the author is no longer bound by the contract and can seek appropriate remedies for the publisher’s breach.
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Ground Lease
New York
Can a ground lease be terminated early by the lessor if the lessee violates a non-monetary covenant?
I am currently in a ground lease agreement where I am the lessee, and I recently received a notice from the lessor stating that they intend to terminate the lease due to a violation of a non-monetary covenant. The specific covenant in question pertains to the maintenance and upkeep of the property. I have been diligently maintaining the property, but there may have been some minor lapses in the past. I would like to know if the lessor has the legal right to terminate the ground lease early based on a non-monetary covenant violation, and what options I have to defend against this termination.
Damien B.
Hello: The success of a claim of breach of the agreement depends on whether the alleged violation of the specific non-monetary covenant is material and whether there is a right to cure it. If it is a minor or curable breach, and the lessee can cure it, then the lessee may have defenses to an alleged breach claim.
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