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Morgan S. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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4.9 (18)
Member Since:
July 31, 2023

Morgan S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Austin, Texas
5 Yrs Experience
Licensed in WV NY, TX
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.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Morgan delivered far beyond the price point. He didn't just review our investor package — he caught gaps two other reviewers missed (including a top-tier venture firm we benchmarked him against), rebuilt the custom documents to professional standard, and added missing closing mechanics we didn't even know we needed: the 83(b) election, escrow instructions, stock assignment. He pushed back on his own client when the documents said otherwise — that's the lawyer you want. §144 analysis citing the 2025 Delaware reform, triple anti-broker-dealer protections, a related-party ARR cap he invented on his own — depth you'd expect at five times the fee, closed out with a proper written memo on firm letterhead. The timeline ran a bit longer than planned in places, but the result was more than worth it: every item closed, every question answered, the whole package consistent and ready to sign. Very happy overall — would hire again, and our next project is already queued."

Christopher M. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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April 4, 2025

Christopher M.

Business Lawyer
Free Consultation
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in WV PA
University of Pittsburgh

Experienced in-house counsel with a strong track record in commercial contracting, data privacy, and regulatory compliance across global organizations. Skilled at aligning legal strategy with business objectives, negotiating complex agreements, and mitigating enterprise risk. Passionate about enabling innovation through practical, business-focused legal solutions.

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Ayelet F. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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5.0 (7)
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June 9, 2021

Ayelet F.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Coral Springs, FL
13 Yrs Experience
Licensed in FL
Nova Southeastern University

Ayelet G. Faerman knows what influencers mean to brands today. With experience as legal counsel for a beauty brand for over 5 years, and overseeing multiple collaborations, Ayelet has experienced the rise of influencer marketing. As the founder and managing partner of Faerman Law, PA her practice focuses on influencer relations including a specialization in contract negotiations.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Professional, pleasant to work with and excellent communication. Would highly recommend Ayelet!"

Melissa G. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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May 27, 2021

Melissa G.

Trademark and Business attorney
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Fort Lauderdale
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in FL
University of Miami School of Law

Melissa D. Goolsarran Ramnauth, Esq. is an experienced trial-winning trademark and business attorney. She has represented large businesses in commercial litigation cases. She now represents consumers and small businesses regarding federal trademarks, contracts, and more. Her extensive litigation knowledge allows her to prepare strong trademark applications and contracts to minimize the risk of future lawsuits.

Ryan W. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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Member Since:
June 8, 2021

Ryan W.

Attorney
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Mechanicsburg, PA
16 Yrs Experience
Licensed in PA
Widener University Commonwealth School of Law

Ryan A. Webber focuses his practice primarily on Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Life Care Planning. His clients range from young families concerned about protecting their family as well as aging individuals. Ryan provides Estate Planning, Trust Planning, Special Needs Planning, Public Benefit Planning, and Estate Administration. Ryan focuses on the holistic approach to the practice of elder law which seeks to ensure clients are receiving good care when needed and that they preserve enough assets with which to pay for such care. Many families and individuals also come to Ryan for preparation of their wills, power of attorney, and healthcare guidance documents. Additionally, Ryan assists small and medium sized business owners with their organizational and planning needs. From starting or winding down a business, Ryan provides quality business advice.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
4.7

"Ryan helped me better understand my contract (he explained the legalese) and potential issues relating to it. He noticed things I wouldn't have noticed."

Jonathan G. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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June 22, 2021

Jonathan G.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Lakewood, CO
13 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CO, TX
Texas Tech University School of Law

Small Business Attorney licensed in Texas and Colorado. Based in Dallas, appointments available in DFW area.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"I've enjoyed working with Jonathan and will continue to work with him after this initial step is complete"

Richard G. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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4.7 (1)
Member Since:
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.

Jonathan R. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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November 4, 2022

Jonathan R.

Attorney-at-Law
Free Consultation
Parsippany, NJ
35 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NJ
Rutgers University School of Law—Newark

Jonathan Rudolph is an experienced litigator who has been admitted to the state and federal bars of New Jersey since 1991. He is a graduate of Cornell University and Rutgers University School of Law—Newark and the Justice Morris Pashman American Inn of Court. During the nearly four years he served as a Deputy Attorney General in the Division of Law for the State of New Jersey, Mr. Rudolph successfully prosecuted cases under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. Mr. Rudolph practices civil law, primarily litigating matters that include the following: civil; commercial; complex commercial; business disputes; and probate litigation, including will contests. He also offers services for preparing wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance care directives. In the technology sector, Mr. Rudolph can manage and conduct ediscovery review and management. He also has an extensive background in the implementation and use of technology to ensure statutory regulatory, and internal compliance in multiple industries, particularly as such conduct relates to privacy laws in the U.S. and E.U. and for financial services. He has been recognized as a subject matter expert in regulatory compliance, surveillance, and supervision and is one of the three inventors on U.S. Patent US11336604B2, which governs techniques for supervising communications from multiple communication modalities.

Robert D. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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May 12, 2021
George B. - Startup Lawyer in West Virginia
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Member Since:
June 21, 2021

George B.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Detroit, MI
13 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MI
Western Michigan University - Cooley Law School

I help start-ups, small businesses, and people realize their potential by leveraging my legal and technological experience. Legally skilled in employment law, intellectual property, corporate law, and real estate transactions.

Startup Legal Questions and Answers

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Single Member LLC Operating Agreement

Alabama

Asked on Sep 27, 2021

Start a trucking business as an owner operator

Experienced driver wants to own the truck and make a business out of it

John H.

Answered Oct 4, 2021

You will need to begin by picking a name for your trucking business and then proceed to reserving the name with the Secretary of State and then you will need to choose what business entity your business will operate under. I have experience drafting the paperwork you will need to get set up.

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Founders' Agreement

Texas

Asked on Sep 12, 2021

Signing Founders Agreement as non-us resident?

I am from Ecuador and I am going to sign a Founder's Agreement with a person from Texas. I want to know in detail what are things I must take into consideration before signing this agreement.

Don G.

Answered Sep 17, 2021

I'm assuming the Founders Agreement is an agreement establishing owners, managers and ownership percentages. You should focus on: Terms regarding when your interest in the company vests; How your shares will be valued in the case you want to leave or are terminated; It should include some type of waiver of individual liability for acts taken on behalf of the company; and Voting rights - If there is only one founder that has a large percentage of ownership (like 75%), you need to make sure the terms give your vote power. This can be accomplished by each founder having 1 equal vote. If the largest owner of the company owns less than 50% interest and there are 3 or more members, there's no real fear of one person making all of the decisions. I'm sure there are other items to consider as every such agreement is unique. Best of luck!

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Founders' Agreement

Alabama

Asked on Aug 5, 2021

How to issue stock to co-founder?

I have some questions about granting stock to co-founder below. Thank you for answering my questions. 1. Company A plans to offer stock options (1000 shares) to employees. These stock options come with a vesting plan. Before the stock options vest, who are holding the stocks (1000 shares)? Or the stocks are to be issued only if the employees decide to exercise? 2. Vesting stock for co-founders: Mr. A founds a company and he invites Mr. B to join as a co-founder. Mr. B tells Mr. A that he wants to put in money as well and therefore wants to have 30% of the company. Mr. A, after reading a lot of information on Contractscounsel.com, thinks that he should give Mr. B vesting stock options rather than outright stocks, as that would help him help him avoid possible problems if Mr. B decides to leave the company after several months. What is the best way for Mr. A to handle this situation while keeping Mr. B interested?

Jane C.

Answered Aug 5, 2021

2. The best way for Mr. A to address his concerns and keep Mr. B interested is by offering him restricted stock that vests over time. Mr. B will receive dividends and have the right to vote; however, the Company can buy the unvested shares back if Mr. B decides to leave the Company before a certain period of time. Disclaimer - This information is provided for general informational purposes only. No information contained in this post should be construed as legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

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Equity Agreement

Pennsylvania

Asked on Jan 13, 2022

How much equity should investors get?

Hi there, I'm seeking counsel for a startup/small business with two initial investors. These investors have established auto repair businesses and will use those businesses as leverage to support a $500k loan that will be used to initially fund the business. Revenues from those businesses will be used to pay the loan until the business can pay for them. I will be providing all sweat equity. The investors above will have no involvement in the day-to-day (as they run their own businesses). One investor may provide connections to potential clients and if necessary, an additional investor.

Amy Sue L.

Answered Jan 14, 2022

This is really a business question, as much as it is a legal question - although lawyers can certainly help you structure and document it once answered. That said, I think you're likely to find a spectrum of answers - on one end of the spectrum, there are 3 investors with equal shares (each having 1/3 of the equity - 2 of which receive their percentage in consideration for $ investments, while you receive yours for your efforts in running the business day-to-day- in this scenario, everyone and everything they bring to the table is equally valued); on the other end of the spectrum, there are 2 investors with equal or otherwise proportionate shares (each having 1/2 of the equity - or some other percentages that total to 100% - in consideration for their respective $ investments, which may differ depending on the value of the businesses underlying the loans), and you are considered an employee of the business (not an investor), who will receive compensation for running the business- presumably a salary and possibly including incentives based on the success of the business; and of course, there are some variations that could impact any or all parties in the middle of the spectrum. I suggest that you have a conversation with your potential partners to learn how each party views the value being brought to the enterprise by the others and begin the negotiation from there. Note also that this deal sounds simple in theory but may become a little complicated due to the funding mechanism being used on the back end.

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Startup

Convertible Note

New York

Asked on Mar 30, 2021

Do startups use convertible notes?

I am working to figure out what I should use for a group of investors I am speaking to about my startup. We're a technology company that is very early on. We want to raise a bit of money so we can further develop our software and pay the founders.

Ramsey T.

Answered Mar 30, 2021

Start-ups do raise capital through the use of Convertible Notes. Convertible Notes are starting to fade as the preferred sort of convertible instrument for start-ups and as SAFES become more prevalent. Convertible Notes are still quite common in more "traditional" start-up industries, such as those that involve real estate, manufacturing and other legacy industries.

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