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Christopher R. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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December 7, 2021

Christopher R.

Partner
Free Consultation
Ohio
10 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH FL
Capital University Law School

Trusted business and intellectual property attorney for small to midsize businesses.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Chris was knowledgable, fast and easy to work with. He created a custom Terms of Service document and Privacy Policy for an internet-based business."

Paul S. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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August 4, 2020

Paul S.

CEO
Free Consultation
Cincinnati, OH
40 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH CA
Boston University

I focus my practice on startups and small to mid-size businesses, because they have unique needs that mid-size and large law firms aren't well-equipped to service. In addition to practicing law, I have started and run other businesses, and have an MBA in marketing from Indiana University. I combine my business experience with my legal expertise, to provide practical advice to my clients. I am licensed in Ohio and California, and I leverage the latest in technology to provide top quality legal services to a nationwide client-base. This enables me to serve my clients in a cost-effective manner that doesn't skimp on personal service.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Was my great pleasure working with Paul. He is very knowledgeable about startups/companies, professional, wise, and supportive. I would highly recommend him."

Matthew R. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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November 6, 2020

Matthew R.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Denver, Colorado
19 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH CO
Case Western Reserve University

I am an attorney located in Denver, Colorado with 13 years of experience working with individuals and businesses of all sizes. My primary areas of practice are general corporate/business law, real estate, commercial transactions and agreements, and M&A. I strive to provide exceptional representation at a reasonable price.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Matthew was incredibly fast with his communication and work. Thank you for the help."

Melissa G. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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August 5, 2021

Melissa G.

Managing Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago
22 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH DC, IL, MI
University of Michigan

I provide practical, plain-English legal guidance to solopreneurs and small businesses who want to build strong foundations and make informed decisions with confidence. With 20+ years of experience—including 16 years in-house advising senior and executive leaders—I bring the insight of a trusted legal partner who understands how legal strategy supports long-term business growth. My clients walk away feeling supported, seen, and empowered. They know I genuinely care about their success and bring more than just legal knowledge—I bring a coach’s mindset, a problem-solver’s lens, and a commitment to helping them protect what they’ve worked hard to build. Whether you’re reviewing contracts, forming your business, protecting your brand, or need ongoing legal support, I’m here to deliver clear, actionable guidance and solutions that fit your business.

Cory B. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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November 29, 2021

Cory B.

Attorney-at-Law
Free Consultation
Bellaire, OH
10 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Duquesne University School of Law

Attorney Cory Barack specializes in business, real estate, probate, and energy law. He can help you with oil/gas leases, easements, property sales, drafting contracts and wills, setting up companies, and resolving disputes. He is licensed to practice law in Ohio and is located in Eastern Ohio.

Jeffrey K. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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January 11, 2023

Jeffrey K.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Toledo, Ohio
30 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Chicago-Kent College of Law

I've been a Real Estate attorney for over 25 years. I handle real estate transactions, commercial collections, foreclosures, replevins, landlord tenant issues and small business matter.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Jeff is a great attorney to work with. Very responsive and excellent attention to detail. Excellent quality of work with actionable next steps and insightful suggestions for consideration."

Tim E. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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August 12, 2020

Tim E.

Founding Member/Attorney
Free Consultation
Cleveland, OH
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Cleveland State University College of Law

I am a business attorney focused on providing practical, targeted legal services for small businesses, startups, contractors, consultants, and service providers. I help clients efficiently review, draft, and improve everyday business contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, independent contractor agreements, vendor contracts, commercial leases, and purchase documents. My approach is straightforward: identify the terms that matter, explain risks in plain English, and deliver clear, usable edits or drafts without unnecessary complexity. I regularly handle fixed-fee, quick-turnaround projects such as contract reviews, agreement drafting, and demand or termination letters. While I offer streamlined, project-based services for routine matters, I can also assist with broader business legal needs as they arise.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Excellent experience with Tim on my relatively complex EULA for a suite of network appliance products. Tim was very fair with pricing, responsive, diligent, thorough, technically knowledgeable, took the time to address all my questions and concerns, and finished (with revision) on schedule and budget. Great experience overall and I'll definitely be using Tim for more work in the future with my business. I'll also be using Contract Counsel and recommending it to everyone I know as well! THANK YOU! -Devin"

Drew B. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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July 1, 2021

Drew B.

Managing Member
Cleveland, Ohio
28 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH MO
Saint Louis University

Drew is an entrepreneurial business attorney with over twenty years of corporate, compliance and litigation experience. Drew currently has his own firm where he focuses on providing outsourced general counsel and compliance services (including mergers & acquisitions, collections, capital raising, real estate, business litigation, commercial contracts and employment matters). Drew has deep experience counseling clients in healthcare, medical device, pharmaceuticals, information technology, manufacturing, and services.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
4.7

"Hired for a settlement contract to be written out in legal manner. Ammended contract as well to add clauses that we had not written.Efficient, professional. Said the time-frame would be about 4 business days and he did deliver on that in fact worked through the weekend and mlk day. Offered one final revision as well as a call to finalize language of contract. The final document delivery was more than we expand also he went above and beyond to deliver extra documents we may need. Would highly recommend."

Christopher S. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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November 6, 2020
Elizabeth R. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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January 20, 2021

Elizabeth R.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Columbus, Ohio
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH FL
Florida International University School of Law

Elizabeth is an experienced attorney with a demonstrated history of handling transactional legal matters for a wide range of small businesses and entrepreneurs, with a distinct understanding of dental and medical practices. Elizabeth also earned a BBA in Accounting, giving her unique perspective about the financial considerations her clients encounter regularly while navigating the legal and business environments. Elizabeth is highly responsive, personable and has great attention to detail. She is also fluent in Spanish.

Robert D. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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May 12, 2021
Patrycja S. - Software Development Lawyer in Ohio
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March 29, 2022

Patrycja S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Cleveland, OH, United States
6 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Cleveland Marshall College of Law

Freelance attorney helping others beat overflow work by assisting with legal research, legal drafting, discovery, litigation support and client relations.

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Software Development Legal Questions and Answers

Software Development

Software Agreement

Texas

Asked on Aug 1, 2024

Can I modify a software agreement to remove certain clauses that I find unfair?

I am a small business owner who recently signed a software agreement with a large software company. However, upon closer inspection, I have realized that there are certain clauses in the agreement that seem unfair and heavily favor the software company. These clauses include limited liability, indemnification, and a lack of warranty. I am wondering if it is possible for me to modify the agreement to remove these clauses or negotiate a more balanced agreement with the software company.

Darryl S.

Answered Aug 20, 2024

Certainly you may modify the agreement, however, you must get the other side to agree in writing to the changes. And you should modify elements that you view as unfair or unreasonable.

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Software Development

Software Agreement

California

Asked on Oct 29, 2024

Can I modify a software agreement to add additional terms and conditions that are specific to my business?

I am a small business owner who recently purchased a software application for my company's operations. The software agreement provided by the vendor includes some general terms and conditions, but I would like to add specific clauses that address the unique needs and requirements of my business. I want to know if it is legally possible for me to modify the software agreement to include these additional terms and conditions, and if so, what steps should I take to ensure that the modified agreement is enforceable and protects my business interests?

Dolan W.

Answered Nov 1, 2024

Hello! Thanks for coming to contractscounsel.com'. To modify a contract legally, the following requirements must be met: All parties to the contract must agree to the modification. This means that both parties must sign and date the amendment to the contract. The parties to the contract need new consideration -- something of legal value -- to modify a contract. For example, if a party wants more money for something they would need to provide additional performance in exchange. A writing is not required for a modification, but it is recommended. In this case, without offering something additional to the software application developer and without the developer's consent for something like this, then legally speaking, modifications would be invalid. I recommend coming to this site and having us incorporate the suggested modifications. Best of luck! Dolan

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Software Development

Software Subscription Agreement

California

Asked on Sep 23, 2024

Can a software subscription agreement be terminated before the end of the agreed term if the software is not functioning as intended?

I entered into a software subscription agreement with a company for their software product, which was supposed to provide certain functionalities for my business. However, after using the software for a while, I have discovered that it is not functioning as intended and is causing significant issues and disruptions in my business operations. I would like to know if I have the right to terminate the agreement before the end of the agreed term based on the software's failure to meet the intended functionalities and if there are any potential legal implications or remedies available to me in this situation.

Dolan W.

Answered Oct 11, 2024

Hello! Under California law, a breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill a legal duty the contract created and causes damages for the defendant. (California Civil Jury Instructions Number 303.) The measure of damages is the amount that will compensate the aggrieved party for all the detriment caused thereby or likely to result therefrom. (Cal. Civ. Code § 3300.) Any contract entered into after January 1, 1986 that does not stipulate the legal rate of interest, the obligation shall bear an interest rate of 10% per year after the breach. (Cal. Civ. Code § 3289.)   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.  In your case, you said that the subscription agreement doesn't have the functionalities you expected. Because it's not functioning like you intended, and if you have made reasonable efforts to resolve this in good faith, then it is a breach of contract. Because it is a breach, you can suspend your own performance in this case and sue for any actual or consequential financial damages you've suffered. The quicker, informal option is to send a demand for performance. Because this situation is so common, I drafted a template myself to help with this so you know it's legitimate - https://www.contractscounsel.com/t/document-form-checkout/119 You can file a lawsuit in your local court. If you’ve already sent a bunch of letters, then the truth is this is the only way to compel them to do anything. You can also talk to me about drafting a letter, too. Best of luck! Dolan

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Software Development

Software Agreement

Florida

Asked on May 25, 2023

Software agreement and development milestones?

I am in the process of developing a software product and would like to protect my interests in the development process. I need to understand the parameters of a software agreement and what development milestones should be included. Additionally, I need to understand what legal remedies are available if the other party fails to meet the agreed upon milestones.

Diane D.

Answered Jun 9, 2023

Your question is actually several questions in one and would need a lenthy explanation. My suggestion is to submit a request to have attorneys submit bids to advise you and help you with your endeavors. I would be very happy to help you, and you can request me, or you can have multiple attornies submit bids.

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Software Development

SaaS Agreement

Connecticut

Asked on Jun 30, 2023

SaaS agreement and service availability?

I am a software developer and I am in the process of developing a new software product. I am looking to enter into an agreement with a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider to provide the hosting and maintenance of the product. I am looking for clarity on the service availability and the terms of the agreement related to the availability of the SaaS provider's services.

JOSEPH L.

Answered Jul 25, 2023

Most of the clients I have represented as SaaS developers did their own distribution, maintenance and marketing. The situation you are talking about would be a Software Licensing and Distribution Agreement with a third party. You would maintian all the intellectual property rights to your software and then work out the details of the contract with a third party. It would be important to clarify the specifics and not get your self locked in with this third party in case they sat on your software and did little to promotoe it or maximize revenues. Some of the things the agreement would need to set out are geographic territory (or be worldwide), confidentiality and non-compete language, milestones they would need to achieve to maintain an exclusive relationship, if that's what you agree upon, royalties or commissions, marketing minimums, and liability terms. The forest step would be to have a confidentiality agreement with whatever third party you have communications with so you protect any information you deem as "confidential" but which you need to discuss with them to see if they are the right fit for your needs. https://www.josephblarocco.com/startup-confidentiality-agreements.htmlSecond step would be a termsheet or letter of intent to make sure both parties are in agreement on the major terms, and the then f third step would be the drafting of the Software Licensing and Distribution Agreement.

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