Cofounder Agreement Lawyers for Santa Maria, California

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David B. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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5.0 (39)
Member Since:
September 5, 2023

David B.

Senior Transactional Counsel
Free Consultation
SF Bay Area, California
30 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
University of San Diego

Seasoned transactional attorney with extensive experience in the life sciences / medical device / pharmaceutical industries. Skilled at providing actionable legal advice that balances risk and reward.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Absolutely amazing man. Extremely well informed and studied. Can't thank you enough for the insight, straight talk and awesome suggestions, David. I'll definitely be coming back."

Paul S. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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5.0 (18)
Member Since:
August 4, 2020

Paul S.

CEO
Free Consultation
Cincinnati, OH
40 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA OH
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:
5.0

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

Rene H. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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5.0 (25)
Member Since:
February 6, 2023

Rene H.

Attorney
Free Consultation
San Diego, CA
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
Northwestern University

I am an attorney licensed in both California and Mexico. I offer a unique blend of 14 years of legal expertise that bridges the gap between diverse legal landscapes. My background is enriched by significant roles as in-house counsel for global powerhouses such as Anheuser-Busch, Campari Group, and Grupo Lala, alongside contributions to Tier 1 law firms. I specialize in navigating the complexities of two pivotal areas: AI/Tech Innovation: With a profound grasp of both cutting-edge transformer models and foundational machine learning technologies, I am your go-to advisor for integrating these advancements into your business. Whether it's B2B or B2C applications, I ensure that your company harnesses the power of AI in a manner that's not only enterprise-friendly but also fully compliant with regulatory standards. Cross-Border Excellence: My expertise extends beyond borders, with over a decade of experience facilitating cross-border operations for companies in more than 20 countries. I am particularly adept at enhancing US-Mexico operations, ensuring seamless and efficient business transactions across these territories.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Rene gets the job done in an effective and efficient manner. Rene understood the goals of the project I hired him for; delivered and reached those goals with his knowledge and experience; as well as consistently following up on time, and is pleasant to work with."

Justin K. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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Member Since:
September 22, 2022

Justin K.

Freelance Attorney
Free Consultation
Valencia, CA
23 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
University of Southern California School of Law

I have been practicing law exclusively in the areas of business and real estate transactions since joining the profession in 2003. I began my career in the Corporate/Finance department of Sidley's Los Angeles office. I am presently a solo practitioner/freelancer, and service both business- and attorney-clients in those roles.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Justin was great to work with, we hope to work with him again in future."

Tabetha H. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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October 26, 2021

Tabetha H.

Attorney at Law
Free Consultation
San Jose, CA
28 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
UCLA

I am a startup veteran with a demonstrated history of execution with companies from formation through growth stage and acquisition. A collaborative and data-driven manager, I love to build and lead successful teams, and enjoy working full-stack across all aspects of the business.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Tabetha provided feedback on a legal document in a timely and thorough manner. I plan to use her services going forward."

Elizabeth J. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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Member Since:
June 2, 2025

Elizabeth J.

Principal Attorney
Free Consultation
Manson, WA
19 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA WA
Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Libby Jamison founded E. Grace Law Firm after nearly two decades practicing law across federal agencies, private firms, and nonprofit organizations. She has advised at the highest levels of government and built a career defined by tackling complex, high-stakes legal and policy challenges. Her practice focuses on business, employment, veteran, and family law matters, drawing on her wide scope of experience including nearly seven years as counsel at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Her legal experience spans federal agency counsel, firm ownership, and nonprofit work. She is licensed to practice in California and Washington and was admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court. Beyond legal practice, she has led as a nonprofit president, chaired a U.S. Chamber of Commerce economic empowerment zone, and served on an American Bar Association Standing Committee on Legal Assistance for Military Personnel. Her work has been recognized by: Mighty 25 Awardee (2023) Changemaker of the Year, Military.com (2019) Bush Institute Stand-To Veteran Leadership Scholar (2019)

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Libby was professional, responsive, and thoughtful throughout the process. She kept me informed every step of the way and made everything easy to navigate. I really appreciated her help and would gladly work with her again."

Niki Z. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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June 2, 2025

Niki Z.

Fractional General Counsel
Free Consultation
Helena, MT
18 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA MT
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

With more than 20 years of nonprofit, small business, and government experience, Niki can assist you on a wide range of legal issues, including creating new entities and avoiding compliance pitfalls.

Hung C. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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June 10, 2025

Hung C.

Tech lawyer / general counsel
Free Consultation
San Francisco Bay Area
20 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
University of San Francisco

Hi, I’m a tech lawyer who helps startups move fast without breaking things legally. I work with founders, product teams, and early-stage companies tackling messy legal and compliance challenges. From launching MVPs to signing your first customers, raising capital, or issuing tokens, I make sure legal supports your growth, not slows it down. With 15+ years of experience at global tech companies and in-house roles, I’ve helped startups across AI, Web3, SaaS, and gaming lay solid legal foundations. I bring sharp, practical advice that fits your stage, your budget, and your ambitions. I offer fractional general counsel support - senior legal expertise without the full-time overhead. Here’s how I can help: Product & Privacy Launch smart with privacy-by-design, strong TOS, and compliance (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc.). Commercial Contracts SaaS, vendor, data, pilot, licensing. I’ll help you close clean, scalable deals. IP & Open Source Protect what you build. I’ll guide you on patents, trade secrets, and open source use. Crypto & Web3 Token grants, incentive plans, securities and tax issues, DAO structures - I’ve done it. AI Legal & Governance I advise AI teams on legal risk, model oversight, and emerging regulations (US, EU, global). Fundraising & Corporate Stay investor-ready with clean docs, smart governance, and solid equity structure. Regulatory Strategy Fintech, payments, data. I'll turn complex rules into actionable legal strategies. I speak founder. I’ve been inside startups and know what scrappy, strategic legal support looks like. If you're looking for a hands-on legal partner to help you build responsibly and scale with confidence, let’s talk.

Tameem A. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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June 12, 2025

Tameem A.

Sr. Counsel - Contracts
Free Consultation
San Diego, CA
10 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
Thomas Jefferson School of Law

With nearly a decade of in-house experience at publicly traded and high-growth technology companies, I bring a practical and business-focused approach to negotiating and managing a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, licensing, procurement, and enterprise contracts. I lead strategic negotiations, advise on risk, and collaborate cross-functionally to support scalable legal processes. My background includes enhancing contract frameworks, refining templates, and driving alignment between legal strategy and business goals.

Aristos K. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in Santa Maria, California
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July 11, 2025

Aristos K.

Director, Counsel
Free Consultation
San Francisco
5 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
UC Law SF

I am a San Francisco attorney with specific expertise representing the public with residential and commercial real estate interests in the Bay Area. I apply my background in dispute resolution services, contract analysis, and conflict management to identify and produce long-term results for clients amidst demanding and unforeseen circumstances.

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Draft Contract for New Business Venture between 2 co-founders

5.0

"Highly knowledgeable, punctual, adept at problem-solving, well-versed in the law, and supportive."

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Late joining Co-Founder Agreement with Performance-Based Equity Tranches

5.0

"Thanks Daniel! I appreciated your responsiveness and candor throughout our engagement."

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Startup Founder Equity Contract

5.0

"Bryan was able to help on short notice and made everything really easy."

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founders agreement for a startup

5.0

"Very satisfied with the project and deliverables."

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Recent Project:
founders agreement for a startup
Location: California
Turnaround: Over a week
Service: Drafting
Doc Type: Cofounder Agreement
Number of Bids: 2
Bid Range: $1,100 - $2,000
User Feedback:
Very satisfied with the project and deliverables.

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Recent Project:
Draft Contract for New Business Venture between 2 co-founders
Location: California
Turnaround: Less than a week
Service: Drafting
Doc Type: Cofounder Agreement
Number of Bids: 14
Bid Range: $0 - $4,999
User Feedback:
Highly knowledgeable, punctual, adept at problem-solving, well-versed in the law, and supportive.
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