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Mark P. on ContractsCounsel
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Mark P.

Owner
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Kansas City, MO
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in KS, MO, NE, TX
University of Missouri - Kansas City

www.parachinilaw.com 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.

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Morgan S.

Attorney
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Austin, Texas
3 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX, WV
University of Pittsburgh Law School

Corporate Attorney that represents startups, businesses, investors, VC/PE doing business throughout the country. Representing in a range of matters from formation to regulatory compliance to financings to exit. Have a practice that represents both domestic and foreign startups, businesses, and entrepreneurs. Along with VC, Private Equity, and investors.

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Ivan B.

Associate
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Houston, Texas
7 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
The University of Texas School of Law

I grew up in Beaumont, Texas. I attended Baylor University for college and the The University of Texas School of Law for law school. I gained extensive experience in many areas of transactional law through my former position as corporate counsel at National Western Life Insurance Company and my current position as an Associate at Nance & Simpson, LLP.

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Brian R.

Owner/Lawyer
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Fort Worth
24 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
Texas A&M University School of Law (formerly known as Texas Wesleyan University School of Law)

Brian C. Restivo, the managing member of Restivo Legal, PLLC, has been licensed by the State Bar of Texas and continuously practicing as an attorney since November of 2000. Over these years, he has represented customers across the spectrum - from a Fortune 500 company to individuals - and is seasoned at tailoring his services to the unique needs of each customer.

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Michael A.

Attorney
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Arlington, Texas
41 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
DePaul College of Law

A veteran real estate attorney with experience ranging from drafting and negotiating land development agreements, to purchase and sale and lease agreements for multifamily and large commercial proects.

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October 9, 2023

Jordan P.

Associate Attorney
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Killeen, Texas
3 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
Baylor Law School

Hailing from Central Texas, Jordan Pender graduated from Baylor University in 2017 with his Bachelor of Arts degree and in 2021 he graduated from Baylor Law School with his Juris Doctor. Since August of 2021, Jordan has been working as an associate attorney for The Law Office of Gregory K. Simmons in Killeen, Texas focusing in general civil litigation. Areas of expertise include: Family Law, Contractural disputes, Business entity formation and planning, and Landlord & Tenant disputes.

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Amy F.

Real Estate and Business Lawyer
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
28 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX, WI
University of Wisconsin

As a lawyer of 27 years, I have a great deal of experience handling many different types of legal projects. Starting with a simple estate plan or the purchase of a personal residence, and moving all the way to complex estate plans and real estate transactions. I regularly advise small business owners and real estate investors.

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August 22, 2023

Austin R.

Attorney
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Texas
2 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
St Mary's University School of Law

With experience in Criminal trial, Civil trial, writs and appeals, I have both reviewed and drafted contracts from employment contracts to software development and everything in between.

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August 30, 2023

Joe C.

Associate Attorney
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Dallas, Texas
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
SMU Dedman School of Law

Born in Dallas, Texas, Joe Craddock represents clients in a range of litigation and transactional matters covering Contracts, Real Property, Oil and Gas, and Construction Defects.

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Bryan Kennedy C.

Attorney
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San Antonio, Texas
10 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
St. Mary's

10-year lawyer with a B.A. in Rhetoric and Writing. I use clear, direct language instead of hollow jargon to draft effective legal documents for family law, business, and general contract situations.

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Tetyana J.

Attorney/Owner
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Houston
2 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
University of Houston

I am a highly accomplished and dedicated immigration attorney, renowned for providing top-tier immigration legal services that consistently exceed expectations. I am known for my expertise in offering exceptional representation across a broad spectrum of immigration cases, including EB-2 National Interest Waivers (NIW), O visas, EB-1A, family-based immigration, TPS, Adjustment of status, asylum petitions, and skillful advocacy in Immigration Court proceedings. My clients rely on my unwavering commitment to their immigration needs, trusting in my in-depth knowledge of the intricate legal processes and my steadfast determination to secure favorable outcomes. My reputation as a leading authority in the field is a testament to my unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled, high-quality immigration services. In addition, I am fluent in Ukrainian and Russian.

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September 6, 2023

Christian D.

General Practice Attorney
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Austin, Texas
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
St. Mary's University - School of Law

Christian Davila received his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s University and becoming a member of the State Bar of Texas in 2013. Before law school, he studied at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), and participated in multiple programs across various fields of study, including the University of Texas Medical Branch-School of Medicine’s “Early Medical School Acceptance Program,” and the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities’ “National Internship Program” at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. Christian’s legal experience includes criminal law (both prosecution and defense), family law, transactional law, business litigation, real estate litigation, and general civil litigation. Christian was previously in-house counsel for a multi-million dollar apartment construction and management company, handling all property acquisition, document drafting, negotiations, and litigation. Christian is a former member of the American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America), and he has been distinguished by the National Trial Lawyers as one of their TOP 40 Civil Plaintiff attorneys in Texas UNDER 40 years old. He likes weightlifting, reading comicbooks, and being silly with his kids in his spare time.

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Securities Legal Questions and Answers

Securities

LLC Operating Agreement

Texas

Asked on Aug 24, 2021

Can an LLC buy stocks for a fee?

I'm forming an LLC in order to manage some money investing in the stock market, (Friends and family only) I will be charging a percentage fee on the profits. Can an LLC be formed to invest in stocks and charge a performance fee? Thank you.

Forest H.

Answered Aug 25, 2021

Generally, if you are "advising others regarding investment decisions for compensation" you are regulated by the SEC as an investment advisor and subject to oversight and registration with the SEC. There are exemptions, for example, a "Family Office" is not required to register. However, all investors and owners in a Family Office must be actual family and friends would be excluded.

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Investment Contract

California

Asked on Jul 10, 2023

Investment contract legal requirements?

I am interested in investing in a business opportunity, and the company has presented me with an investment contract. I want to ensure that the contract I am signing is legitimate and meets all legal requirements. I am looking for guidance from a lawyer to ensure that the contract is fair and legally binding.

Thaddeus W.

Answered Aug 11, 2023

Happy to discuss, but it seem like maybe you want to post a formal request for bids.

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Revenue Sharing Agreement

California

Asked on Dec 2, 2021

How do you fund a restaurant?

I am looking for an attorney who can help me put together restaurant business proposal to funding to expand my restaurant branch.

Russell M.

Answered Dec 14, 2021

There is not a lot of detail here so I am going to assume you are not asking about how to get a small business loan, or you aren't interested or able to get SBA financing for what ever reason. If you have a successful restaurant concept, you might want to look into Regulation CF crowdfunding. I am aware of a number of food and beverage businesses that have leveraged their existing loyal and enthusiastic customer bases and a well executed financial and PR campaign to fund expansion sites.

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Securities

Stock Option Agreement

California

Asked on Jul 8, 2023

Stock option agreement and stock splits?

I am an employee of a company that is planning to offer stock options as part of my compensation package. I am trying to understand what would happen if my company does a stock split. Would my stock options be affected by the split, and if so, how? I want to make sure I understand the implications of a stock split before I accept the stock options as part of my compensation.

Thaddeus W.

Answered Aug 11, 2023

Good question! Typically, a stock split will result in an appropriate adjustment to an option award so that, after the adjustment, the option holder (you, in this case) is "made whole" -- that is, you are effectively in the same place economically (as far as this option is concerned) after the split with the option as you were before. If you look at your company's Stock Plan (the plan under which your options were authorized and granted to you), you will probably find a section called "Changes in Capitalization." (Or, you can search to document for the word "split" and may be able to find the governing provision that way.) The provision might be included in your Stock Option Agreement, but typically it is covered in the Plan. Anyway, the provision (wherever it is located in your documents) would normally say something along the lines of the following: "In the event of a stock split (and other events), the following will occur: (i) the numbers and class of shares covered by your option award, (ii) the exercise price per share of each outstanding option, and (iii) any applicable repurchase price per share issued under any option award, will be automatically proportionately adjusted in the event of a stock split (or other event)." (Usually the language is even more "legalesey" but that's pretty much the jist of it.) Of course, its impossible to say for sure in your situation (or in any other specific situation) without seeing the relevant documents and knowing all other relevant details, but that would be the typical approach.

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Securities

SAFE Note

New York

Asked on Mar 30, 2021

What is the difference between a SAFE Note and Convertible Note?

I am considering raising money and have been advised to look at these two instruments to raise money on.

Ramsey T.

Answered Mar 30, 2021

Both SAFES (Simple Agreements for Equity) and Convertible Notes "convert" into equity. The fundamental difference between the two is that SAFES have no built-in interest rate and have no "end date." Convertible Notes are debt so they have an interest rate and after a certain period of time (perhaps two years in most cases) they can be "cashed in" by the holder who can force the start-up to pay back the investor (principal plus interest). SAFES have become very accepted in the investing community at this time and I always recommend that a start-up issue SAFES (and conversely I always recommend that an investor get a convertible note).

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