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Christopher R. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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5.0 (12)
Member Since:
August 25, 2020

Christopher R.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Boston, MA
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA NH
Suffolk University Law School

Corporate and transactional attorney in sixth year of practice. Focus areas include general corporate counsel, labor and employment law, business partnership matters, securities matters related to privately-held companies, and regulatory compliance in securities and finance matters.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Christopher has been incredibly helpful with our ongoing project!"

Briana C. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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5.0 (60)
Member Since:
February 15, 2021

Briana C.

Founder, Branch Legal LLC
Free Consultation
Boston, MA
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA CA, NY
Columbia University School of Law

Legal services cost too much, and are often of low quality. I have devoted my law practice to providing the best work at the most affordable price—in everything from defending small businesses against patent trolls to advising multinational corporations on regulatory compliance to steering couples through a divorce.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Briana was responsive and quick to put the draft together. It has been a pleasure working with her!"

Jo Ann J. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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February 23, 2021

Jo Ann J.

Partner
Free Consultation
Boston, MA
30 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA
Suffolk Universtiy Law School

Jo Ann has been practicing for over 20 years, working primarily with high growth companies from inception through exit and all points in between. She is skilled in Mergers & Acquisitions, Contractual Agreements (including founders agreements, voting agreements, licensing agreements, terms of service, privacy policies, stockholder agreements, operating agreements, equity incentive plans, employment agreements, vendor agreements and other commercial agreements), Corporate Governance and Due Diligence.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Greatly appreciate Jo Ann's responsiveness and quick turnaround. Brought an incredible amount of knowledge and experience to a project I have little experience in."

Keidi C. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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August 25, 2021

Keidi C.

Principal Attorney
Free Consultation
Boston, MA
28 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA NY
New England Law | Boston

Keidi S. Carrington brings a wealth of legal knowledge and business experience in the financial services area with a particular focus on investment management. She is a former securities examiner at the United States Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) and Associate Counsel at State Street Bank & Trust and has consulted for various investment houses and private investment entities. Her work has included developing a mutual fund that invested in equity securities of listed real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other listed real estate companies; establishing private equity and hedge funds that help clients raise capital by preparing offering materials, negotiating with prospective investors, preparing partnership and LLC operating agreements and advising on and documenting management arrangements; advising on the establishment of Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs/Token Offerings) and counseling SEC registered and state investment advisers regarding organizational structure and compliance. Ms. Carrington is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University with a B.A. in International Relations. She earned her Juris Doctorate from New England Law | Boston and her LL.M. in Banking and Financial Law from Boston University School of Law. She is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and New York. Currently, her practice focuses on assisting investors, start-ups, small and mid-size businesses with their legal needs in the areas of corporate and securities law.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Keidi was excellent; quick turnaround even during the Holidays. Thank you."

Ralph S. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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October 31, 2021

Ralph S.

Business, contract, prenup and startups Attorney
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Gainesville FL
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA DC, FL
University of Florida Levin College of Law

Ralph graduated from University of Florida with his JD as well as an LLM in Comparative Law. He has a Master's in Law from Warsaw University , Poland (summa cum laude) and holds a diploma in English and European Law from Cambridge Board of Continuous Education. Ralph concentrates on business entity formation, both for profit and non profit and was trained in legal drafting. In his practice he primarily assists small to medium sized startups and writes tailor made contracts as he runs one of Florida disability non profits at the same time. T l Licensed. in Florida Massachusetts and Washington DC this attorney speaks Polish.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Ralph was communicative, friendly, and efficient - answering questions and serving as an advisor. Strong recommendation!"

Moss S. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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November 17, 2021

Moss S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Boca Raton, FL
38 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA FL, RI
Suffolk Law School

Over 30 years of experience practicing commercial real estate and complex business litigation law.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Moss S was responsive and attentive to my needs and completed the task ahead of time and within budget"

Elizabeth W. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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December 11, 2021

Elizabeth W.

Legal Counsel
Free Consultation
Bozeman, MT
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA RI
Suffolk University Law School

Liz is an experienced insurance professional, having worked with carriers and brokers for over 10 years. She can review or draft a variety of commercial agreements and is here to help your business. Specialties include: Master Service Agreements, business process outsourcing, marketing and partnership agreements, broker agreements, business associate agreements, and NDAs.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Liz was very responsive, eager to do a good job, and a pleasure to work with."

Richard G. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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April 21, 2021

Richard G.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Massachusetts
5 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA
Massachusetts School of Law

Attorney Gaudet has worked in the healthcare and property management business sectors for many years. As an attorney, contract drafting, review, and negotiation has always been an area of great focus and interest. Attorney Gaudet currently works in Massachusetts business, employment, corporate and bankruptcy law.

Ross F. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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October 27, 2020

Ross F.

Managing Partner
Free Consultation
Bedford, New Hampshire
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA NH
University of Arizona

I am an experienced technology contracts counsel that has worked with companies that are one-person startups, publicly-traded international corporations, and every size in between. I believe legal counsel should act as a seatbelt and an airbag, not a brake pedal!

Joshua C. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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June 28, 2021

Joshua C.

Attorney/Owner
Free Consultation
Ashland, MA
10 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA CA
UCLA School of Law

Attorney Joshua K. S. Cali is a respected business, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Ashland serving Middlesex County and other nearby areas. Joshua graduated summa cum laude from Bentley University in Waltham, MA, and from UCLA School of Law in Los Angeles. Before starting his own firm, Joshua practiced estate planning for high net worth clients at a boutique law firm in San Diego, CA.

Stanley K. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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July 29, 2021

Stanley K.

Corporate Attorney
Free Consultation
Waltham, MA
32 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA CA, TX
University of Texas School of Law

Stan provides legal services to small to medium-sized clients in the New England region, and throughout the U.S. and abroad. His clients are involved in a variety of business sectors, including software development, e-commerce, investment management and advising, health care, manufacturing, biotechnology, telecommunications, retailing, and consulting and other services. Stan focuses on the unique needs of each of his clients, and seeks to establish long term relationships with them by providing timely, highly professional services and practical business judgment. Each client's objectives, business and management styles are carefully considered to help him provide more focused and relevant services. Stan also acts as an outsourced general counsel for some of his clients for the general management of their legal function, including the establishment of budgets, creation of internal compliance procedures, and the oversight of litigation or other outside legal services.

Doug F. - Contracts Lawyer in Massachusetts
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September 7, 2022

Doug F.

Managing Director
Free Consultation
Boston, MA
44 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA NY
Boston University School of Law

Doug has over 20 years of private and public company general counsel experience focusing his legal practice on commercial transactions including both software and biotech. He is a tech savvy, business savvy lawyer who is responsive and will attain relationship building outcomes with your counterparty while effectively managing key risks and accelerating revenue. He received his Juris Doctor from Boston University School of Law earning the Book Award in Professional Ethics and after graduation he taught legal writing there for a number of years. Prior to law school, Doug earned a M.A in Mathematics at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, and a B.S in Honors Mathematics at Purdue University. After law school, Doug joined Fish & Richardson, where his practice focused on licensing software, trademarks and biotech. While at Fish & Richardson Doug authored a book on software licensing published by the American Intellectual Property Lawyers Association. Later he joined as General Counsel at FTP Software and led an IPO as well as corporate development. Doug has broad experience with a broad range of commercial agreement drafting and negotiation including SaaS software and professional services, distribution and other channel agreements, joint venture and M&A. Doug continued his leadership, corporate governance and commercial transaction practice at Mercury Computers (NASDAQ:MRCY) leading corporate development. Doug’s experience ranges from enterprise software to biotech and other vertical markets. He joined the board of Deque Systems in 2009 and joined in an operating role as President in 2020 successfully scaling the software business.

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Contracts Legal Questions and Answers

Contracts

Settlement Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Dec 18, 2023

Can settlement agreement terms be ambiguous?

I recently entered into a settlement agreement with another party, and I am concerned that some of the language in the agreement may be ambiguous. I am worried that this ambiguity could lead to future misunderstandings or disputes, and I would like to know if there are any legal implications associated with ambiguous terms in a settlement agreement.

Brian W.

Answered Jan 12, 2024

In any and all agreements, not just settlement, make sure all ambigious terms are defined. Do not sign something you truly do not understand. Please consult a lawyer to review the settlement agreement for further analysis and legal implications.

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Contracts

Membership Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Aug 4, 2024

What are the legal implications of terminating a membership agreement with a fitness club?

I recently signed a membership agreement with a fitness club that included a one-year commitment. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, I am now unable to continue using their facilities. I would like to understand the legal implications and potential consequences of terminating the membership agreement before the one-year term is completed, as well as any potential financial obligations or penalties I may face.

Richard G.

Answered Aug 13, 2024

The ramifications of terminating a membership agreement with a fitness club is going to depend highly upon the contract that the club and the club user have executed. The devil is most definitely in the details in any contract. Have your contract reviewed by an attorney with years of experience in contract review/drafting, etc.

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Contracts

Consulting Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Jun 8, 2024

Can a consulting agreement be terminated without cause?

I have recently entered into a consulting agreement with a company to provide my expertise and services on a project basis. However, I have concerns about the termination clause in the agreement, as it states that the company can terminate the agreement at any time, without cause. This worries me because it leaves me vulnerable to sudden termination without any valid reason, potentially resulting in financial loss and damage to my professional reputation. I would like to understand if such a termination clause is legally enforceable and what options I have to protect my interests in this agreement.

Laura H.

Answered Jun 11, 2024

As a general rule, a contract can be terminated without cause if the document says as much. It's a good idea to have your agreement reviewed by a local attorney for more information.

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Real Property

Real Estate Sale Agreement

Massachusetts

Asked on Jun 13, 2024

Can a seller back out of a Real Estate Sale Agreement after signing it?

I recently entered into a Real Estate Sale Agreement with a seller to purchase a property. However, a few days after signing the agreement, the seller expressed their desire to back out of the deal. They claim that they received a better offer from another buyer. I'm wondering if the seller has the right to do this, or if I have any legal recourse to enforce the agreement and proceed with the purchase of the property.

Moss S.

Answered Jun 14, 2024

It all depends on the contingencies that are contained in the agreement. Some of those contingencies include an inspection, financing, title defects and more. I would have to review the agreement to let you know precisely what rights that you have to terminate the transaction.

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Contracts

Bill of Sale

Illinois

Asked on Aug 20, 2025

Is a bill of sale necessary for a private vehicle sale?

I recently sold my car privately and did not use a bill of sale, as both parties agreed on the terms verbally and exchanged payment. However, I am now concerned about potential legal issues that may arise from not having a written agreement. I would like to know if a bill of sale is necessary for a private vehicle sale to protect both the buyer and seller.

Randy M.

Answered Sep 6, 2025

A bill of sale is not legally required in every state for a private vehicle sale, but skipping it can lead to unnecessary problems. Whether your state mandates it or not, having a signed bill of sale is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself during and after the sale. It provides written proof of the transaction, including the sale date, purchase price, vehicle identification details, and whether the vehicle was sold “as-is.” If the buyer fails to transfer the title right away or incurs tickets or tolls before doing so, you could still be on the hook unless you have clear documentation showing you sold the car and on what date. While a verbal agreement can be legally enforceable, it’s not enough to protect you if a dispute arises. Let’s say the buyer later claims the car wasn’t in the condition you described, or you’re contacted by law enforcement or a toll agency asking why your plates are still connected to unpaid charges. Without a bill of sale or other written record, it becomes your word against theirs. In contrast, a simple, signed document can resolve that question instantly. That’s why states like New York, Vermont, Montana, and a handful of others require a bill of sale as part of the title transfer process. In states where it’s not legally required, such as California or Texas, the DMV still recommends using one for your own protection. In your situation, where the sale has already taken place, it’s not too late to create a retroactive bill of sale and ask the buyer to sign it. Include the basic facts: date of sale, buyer and seller names and addresses, VIN, odometer reading, sale price, and a short acknowledgment that the car was sold “as-is” without warranties. Most buyers won’t object to signing something that protects them as well. You should also file a release of liability or notice of transfer with your state’s DMV if you haven’t already. This document tells the DMV that you're no longer the owner and helps protect you from liability if the buyer fails to register the car right away. For future transactions, always use a bill of sale, even for low-value vehicles or sales to friends and family. You can find attorney-drafted versions through legal platforms like Contracts Counsel. The time it takes to fill it out is minimal compared to the potential headaches of dealing with a DMV problem or legal dispute down the line. Make sure the buyer transfers the title quickly. Until they do, you might keep getting their tickets and toll bills in the mail, and you'll have to deal with the headache of proving you no longer own the car if any legal issues come up. You may also want to keep a copy of any communications you had with the buyer confirming the sale, such as emails, texts, or a receipt of payment. These won’t replace a formal bill of sale, but they could help support your position if needed. If you encounter resistance from the buyer or complications with the DMV, that’s a good time to speak with an attorney in your state who handles vehicle sales, consumer protection, or civil liability. The attorneys here on Contracts Counsel would be happy to assist you.

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