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Forest H.
Forest is a general practice lawyer. He provides legal advice regarding small business law, contracts, estates and trusts, administrative law, corporate governance and compliance. Forest practiced complex commercial litigation in Florida for eight years, representing clients such as Host Marriott, Kellogg School of Business, and Toyota. Since moving to Nashville in 2005, he has provided legal advice to clients forming new businesses, planning for the future, and seeking funding through the use of equity and/or debt in their businesses. This advice has included the selection of business type, assistance in drafting and editing their business plans and offering material, reviewing proposed term sheets, and conducting due diligence. Forest is a member of the Florida, Tennessee, and Texas Bars; in addition. Forest has held a Series 7, General Securities Representative Exam, Series 24, General Securities Principal, and Series 63, Uniform Securities Agent State Law.
"professional and so kindly, 'ive requested some modification and he managed everything in an excellent way"
Jessee B.
Jessee B.
Whether you’re a founder, business owner, creative professional, creator, entertainer, influencer, podcaster, content creator, athlete, artist, actor, model, musician, startup, nonprofit, or entrepreneur, Creative Counsel Law is here to help you launch, scale, and protect your brand. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of turning your vision into reality. That’s why we provide legal expertise, personalized counsel, and innovative solutions designed to meet your needs. Services include: > Creative Industry Counsel: Legal guidance for creators and creative professionals related to branding, design, writing, film, music, art, entertainment, social media, e-commerce, marketing, advertising, Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL), intellectual property, content creation, ownership, licensing, collaboration agreements, brand development and protection. > Fractional General Counsel: Ongoing legal guidance and support for businesses of all sizes. > Business Formation, Support & Legal Strategy: Tailored legal services and support to meet your business needs, including entity formation (partnerships, LLCs, corporations), corporate governance, compliance, strategic planning, financing, mergers and acquisitions, transactions, risk management, employment agreements, operational contracts, and regulatory guidance. > Intellectual Property: Trademark and copyright search, registration, renewal, and strategic solutions to safeguard your brand, creative assets, and intellectual property rights. > Contract Review, Drafting, & Negotiations: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements to protect your interests and advocate for the compensation you deserve; employment contracts, partnership agreements, vendor contracts, licensing deals, confidentiality agreements, joint venture agreements, service agreements, and more. > Startup & Nonprofit Guidance: Compliance strategies and support for growth and sustainability. > Real Estate Assistance: Guidance and expertise for property title issues, purchases, sales, leasing, contract negotiations, and compliance with real estate laws and regulations. At Creative Counsel Law, we combine legal expertise with a client-centered approach to empower innovators and entrepreneurs across industries. Your vision deserves a legal partner who understands both your business goals and your creative passions. Want to work together? Reach out to hello@creativecounsellaw.com and let us know what you need help with.
Rebecca R.
Experienced attorneyin leasing, NDA, family law, commercial real estate, immigration and employment . Well versed in internal and external policy document and manual creation.
"Quickly understood our requirements and created a customized doc to meet our needs with a fast turnaround... We'd definitely work with Rebecca again!"
Christina S.
I am an attorney who has been practicing for over a decade, experienced in multiple areas of law, both from a litigation and more procedural side. The great thing about my practice is that it has trained me to deal with so many different types of problems and to find solutions in a variety of legal scenarios that are almost never similar.
"Christina was prompt and friendly and walked me through the steps I needed to take to file for my name change! She made the process much less intimidating and I highly recommend her services."
Dean F.
Ferraro Law Firm was founded by Dean C. Ferraro. Dean earned his Bachelor's Degree from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona ("Cal Poly Pomona") in 1992 and his J.D. Degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law ("Ole Miss") in 1996. He is licensed to practice law in the State Courts of Colorado, Tennessee, and California. Dean is also admitted to practice before the United States District Courts of Colorado (District of Colorado), California (Central District), and Tennessee (Eastern District). Shortly after earning his law license and working for a private law firm, Dean joined the District Attorney's office, where he worked for five successful years as one of the leading prosecuting attorneys in the State of Tennessee. After seven years of practicing law in Tennessee, Dean moved back to his birth state and practiced law in California from 2003-2015. In 2015, Dean moved with his family to Colorado, practicing law in beautiful Castle Rock, where he is recognized as a highly-effective attorney, well-versed in many areas of law. Dean's career has entailed practicing multiple areas of law, including civil litigation with a large law firm, prosecuting criminal cases as an Assistant District Attorney, In-House Counsel for Safeco Insurance, and as the founding member of an online law group that helped thousands of people get affordable legal services. Pursuing his passion for helping others, Dean now utilizes his legal and entrepreneurial experience to help his clients in their personal and business lives. Dean is also a bestselling author of two legal thrillers, Murder in Santa Barbara and Murder in Vail. He currently is working on his next legal thriller, The Grove Conspiracy, set to be published in 2023.
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Robert M.
Robert is a sixth-generation Tennessean and part of a long line of Tennessee attorneys: There has been a Marks attorney in Tennessee since 1856. In 1929, Robert’s great-grandfather established an event venue, Shadowbrook, which Robert has worked at his entire life, including managing for 10 years. He knows what business owners are dealing with—especially venue owners—because he has dealt with it. While Robert loves the hospitality industry, he pursued his passion. In 2016, Robert decided to attend law school and continue managing the business. He thrived. He was a founding member of the Nashville School of Law's Legal Aid Society, received the Tennessee Supreme Court’s Law Student for Justice award, and interned with the Tennessee Supreme Court's Access to Justice Commission. Before co-founding Mercury Legal Group, Robert focused on estate planning in solo practice. In this role, he helped clients protect what they had spent a lifetime building. Now he helps his clients build their businesses by providing tailored legal services.
"Robert is so professional and yet friendly! He was very easy to work with. I explained my situation and he has immediate solutions to get everything worked out. I’m su with his work ethic and overall attentiveness to the project. He will be my new lawyer moving on."
Connie C.
Connie Chadwick presently focuses her law practice in Tennessee on flat fee legal services which commonly include family court settlements such as divorces, child support orders, custody agreements; contracts; business formation services; and estate plans. Connie is also a Tennessee licensed residential general contractor with over fifteen years of experience in the construction field. With both legal and construction experience, Connie is a logical choice for contractor disputes. Connie earned her Doctorate of Jurisprudence from The Nashville School of Law after earning her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Lipscomb University. www.conniechadwicklaw.com Connie Chadwick is recognized by peers and was selected to SuperLawyers Rising Stars for 2017 - 2023. This selection is based off of an evaluation of 12 indicators including peer recognition and professional achievement in legal practice. Being selected to Rising Stars is limited to a small number of attorneys in each state. As one of the few attorneys to garner the distinction of Rising Stars, Connie Chadwick has earned the respect of peers as one of the top-rated attorneys in the nation.
"Connie was a pleasure to work with and provided thorough legal advice that I was able to make actionable decisions on. Thank you Connie!!"
November 18, 2021
Abraham W.
Abraham's practice focuses on counseling emerging group companies in the technology and other commercial agreements, and assisting equity financings (specifically venture capital).
Amos M.
Since 2008, I have worked to assist clients in solving problems and addressing challenges that inevitably arise as a business grows - both anticipated and unexpected. My experience in Georgia and Tennessee in both drafting contracts and enforcing them via litigation and/or arbitration has provided clients with unique insights that help them anticipate problems and inform their decisions from start to finish.
May 17, 2022
Jerry L.
Jerry provides legal advice to business owners regarding contracts, business law, labor & employment, wills and estates, and real estate.
John M.
John has extensive leadership experience in various industries, including hospitality and event-based businesses, then co-founded a successful event bar company in 2016. As co-founder, John routinely negotiated agreements with venues, suppliers, and other external partners, swiftly reaching agreement while protecting the brand and strategic objectives of the company. He leverages his business experience to provide clients with strategic legal counsel and negotiates attractive terms.
October 30, 2023
James S.
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Business Partnership Agreement
Tennessee
Zied kefi partnership
I wanna open restaurant with my friend and make legal partnership documents
Rebecca R.
You have the right idea to put the partnership in writing. Your attorney will be able to help you think through several issues: investment into the business, operating the business, the potential to add more partners or investors, and an exit strategy for each partner or both partners. The document to start with is a business partnership agreement that outlines the ground rules for your partnership based on the Tennessee law. It can be a very straightforward document, or more complex depending on your needs. For instance, you may also want to create a statement of partnership authority which designates which partners have the authority to enter into agreements on behalf of the partnership, or it may limit the authority of certain partners. This is the kind of business agreement I help small business owners with regularly, and I invite you to request a bid for my services on your project through ContractsCounsel.
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Translation Services Agreement
New York
Is it necessary to have a Translation Services Agreement when hiring a translator?
I am a small business owner who frequently requires translation services for my company's documents and communications. In the past, I have hired freelance translators without any formal agreement in place, but I have recently faced some issues with quality and timely delivery. I am now considering hiring a professional translator and want to know if it is necessary to have a Translation Services Agreement in order to protect my company's interests and ensure a satisfactory outcome.
Randy M.
You’ve had enough issues with quality and missed deadlines to know this isn’t something to keep risking. At this point, having a Translation Services Agreement isn’t just a good idea. It’s a necessary layer of protection for your business. This industry runs the full spectrum when it comes to professionalism, and without a contract, you’re basically crossing your fingers and hoping things don’t go wrong. When they do, you’re left with little recourse. WHY THIS MATTERS RIGHT NOW According to the American Translators Association, nearly half of freelance translators don’t use contracts at all. Even more concerning, over 60% don’t have their own terms of service. That’s not just a red flag. It means if you’re not the one setting expectations in writing, you’re probably operating on assumptions. And that’s exactly how you end up dealing with missed deadlines, poor quality, and miscommunication. THE LEGAL BACKBONE YOU’RE MISSING In the U.S., translation is legally treated as a professional service. That means it falls under common law contract rules, not the Uniform Commercial Code, which only applies to goods. Why does that matter? Because services require more specific, clearly written terms to be enforceable. You can technically have a valid verbal agreement, but proving that in court is a nightmare. If a translator misses a deadline or turns in subpar work, your only real protection is a signed contract that outlines exactly what was expected. WHAT YOUR CONTRACT NEEDS TO COVER Performance and Quality Standards You need to spell out what “acceptable work” actually means. That includes accuracy thresholds, how many revision rounds are included, and what happens if the work doesn’t meet the agreed standards. Otherwise, you’ll end up arguing over subjective opinions, which helps no one. Delivery Terms with Teeth Set real deadlines. And don’t stop there. Build in consequences for delays. Instead of vague penalties, which some courts may reject, use liquidated damages clauses that estimate the actual cost of a delay. Or include language that lets you terminate and bring in someone else, with costs passed to the original translator if they drop the ball. Who Owns the Final Product? Here’s where a lot of businesses get caught off guard. Under U.S. copyright law, unless you get a written assignment of rights, the translator, not you, owns the translated content. That “work for hire” line most people throw around usually doesn’t apply to freelance translation. Your agreement needs to clearly say the copyright is being transferred to you, in plain language. Confidentiality Shouldn’t Be Optional Your documents likely contain internal strategy, client data, or proprietary processes. Without an enforceable confidentiality clause, there’s nothing stopping someone from sharing or misusing that information. A strong NDA section is not just smart. It’s basic protection. Payment and Legal Protections Make payment terms clear. Spell out due dates, what triggers an invoice, and how disputes will be handled. And definitely consider a clause that lets the winning side recover legal fees in any dispute. That one sentence can be the difference between enforcing your contract and walking away because it’s too expensive to fight. WHAT TO AVOID Watch out for one-sided indemnification clauses that could make you responsible for things outside your control. And if you’re working through agencies, be wary of payment terms that depend on when they get paid by their clients. That structure pushes all the risk onto you and makes cash flow unpredictable. HOW THIS REALLY PLAYS OUT Sure, contracts are enforceable, but going after freelancers legally, especially those overseas, is expensive and messy. That’s not the point here. The value of a good agreement is that it prevents problems before they start. It attracts more serious professionals, sets expectations from the beginning, and gives you leverage when things slip. THE BIGGER PICTURE More than half of small businesses report vendor or supplier disputes. And poorly managed contracts can drain up to 9% of your revenue. Add in the fact that one in two small businesses has faced IP theft, costing them millions on average, and the need for solid legal agreements becomes crystal clear. WHAT TO DO NOW Start with a solid template, but don’t skip the attorney review. Many attorneys on Contracts Counsel would be happy to assist. You want someone who understands your state’s laws and your business model. It’s a one-time investment that can save you from countless headaches down the road. And honestly, the translators who resist clear, professional agreements are often the ones you don’t want to rely on in the first place. You’ve already seen what happens when expectations aren’t in writing. Now it’s time to protect your company and raise the standard for everyone you work with. A well-drafted agreement doesn’t just prevent worst-case scenarios. It shows that you take your business seriously and expect the same from your translators.
Contracts
Rental Agreement
North Carolina
How long is a typical rental agreement?
I am a landlord who is looking to rent out a property I own. I am in the process of drafting a rental agreement but I am unsure of the typical length of a rental agreement. I need to know how long a typical rental agreement is in order to ensure I am making a legally binding agreement.
N'kia N.
In North Carolina, it is hard to identify a "typical" length of a property rental agreement. A one-year term is quite common for residential rental agreements. However, for commercial rental agreements, duration varies widely. For example, a lease agreement for a suite in a hair salon might be month-to-month while a lease agreement for a medical facility might be for ten years or longer. In and of itself, the length of a property rental agreement does not determine its validity; but it can certainly affect other aspects of the rental relationship. For example, duration might affect whether the rental agreement must be recorded, whether the landlord must have insurance, how much notice one party must give the other in specific circumstances, and even what happens when the lease expires. Once in effect, a faulty rental agreement can leave a landlord with fewer rights and more liability exposure than expected. It might not hurt to have a knowledgeable attorney review a proposed rental agreement before presenting it to a prospective tenant to sign.
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Consulting Agreement
Florida
How to terminate a consulting agreement?
I recently entered into a consulting agreement with a client. After a few months, I have realized that the terms of the agreement are not beneficial to me and I would like to terminate it. I would like to know what legal steps I need to take in order to terminate the agreement and what potential repercussions I may face.
Diane D.
That's why you should read the agreement before you sign it and bring it to an attorney to review. Termination conditions of the contract should be in the contract. You have to follow those. If you don't like them, you can ask the other party if you can change them or if you can break the contract. If they don't agree, you're stuck and will be in breach if you try to cancel it. You can cancel it if the other party breaches it, but you have to have a valid reason or the courts will not grant it and you will end up with major legal bills.
Contracts
Purchase Contract
Texas
Auto purchase agreement on trade in payoff.
The dealer we recently purchased a new car from didn’t pay off our trade in until 7 weeks after the contact. In Texas they have 25 days to pay off a trade in. We asked the dealer to to push back our payment 2 months since they were late paying off our trade in. I called the bank we financed with (Kia Financial) and they said to go to the dealer and have them push back the contract payments 2 months The dealer is saying there’s nothing they can do. I feel like we are being taken completely advantage of.
Donya G.
Have you spoken to the dealers manager or the manager of the dealership? if you haven't already done so, you should. Make sure to mention the delay in the dealer paying off the trade in and the fact that you called the the bank and they have told you this delay of two months can be done. If they don't listen to you, then it would be time to hire an attorney to assist you. If you would to engage my services where I would call the dealership on your behalf, you can contact me on the contracts counsel website and I would be happy to assist. Regards, Donya Gordon
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