Author Agreement Lawyers for Aurora, Illinois

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Mathew K. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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5.0 (3)
Member Since:
February 1, 2022

Mathew K.

Founding Attorney
Free Consultation
Illinois
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
DePaul University College of Law

Mathew Kerbis is The Subscription Attorney. He’s on a mission to affordably serve clients at scale via the subscription model and inspire attorneys to abandon the billable hour. He founded the law firm Subscription Attorney LLC after working for private practice law firms for nine years. His firm leverages automations and artificial intelligence to offer more accessible and reasonable prices like legal advice starting at $19.99/month and $49.99/page.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Mathew was pleasant and professional. He passed along great legal knowledge and provided an excellent service at a reasonable rate. I would definitely use his services again."

Ryenne S. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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4.9 (613)
Member Since:
October 11, 2022

Ryenne S.

Principal Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, Illinois
16 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
DePaul University College of Law

My name is Ryenne Shaw and I help business owners build businesses that operate as assets instead of liabilities, increase in value over time and build wealth. My areas of expertise include corporate formation and business structure, contract law, employment/labor law, business risk and compliance and intellectual property. I also serve as outside general counsel to several businesses across various industries nationally. I spent most of my early legal career assisting C.E.O.s, General Counsel, and in-house legal counsel of both large and smaller corporations in minimizing liability, protecting business assets and maximizing profits. While working with many of these entities, I realized that smaller entities are often underserved. I saw that smaller business owners weren’t receiving the same level of legal support larger corporations relied upon to grow and sustain. I knew this was a major contributor to the ceiling that most small businesses hit before they’ve even scratched the surface of their potential. And I knew at that moment that all of this lack of knowledge and support was creating a huge wealth gap. After over ten years of legal experience, I started my law firm to provide the legal support small to mid-sized business owners and entrepreneurs need to grow and protect their brands, businesses, and assets. I have a passion for helping small to mid-sized businesses and startups grow into wealth-building assets by leveraging the same legal strategies large corporations have used for years to create real wealth. I enjoy connecting with my clients, learning about their visions and identifying ways to protect and maximize the reach, value and impact of their businesses. I am a strong legal writer with extensive litigation experience, including both federal and state (and administratively), which brings another element to every contract I prepare and the overall counsel and value I provide. Some of my recent projects include: - Negotiating & Drafting Commercial Lease Agreements - Drafting Trademark Licensing Agreements - Drafting Ambassador and Influencer Agreements - Drafting Collaboration Agreements - Drafting Service Agreements for service-providers, coaches and consultants - Drafting Master Service Agreements and SOWs - Drafting Terms of Service and Privacy Policies - Preparing policies and procedures for businesses in highly regulated industries - Drafting Employee Handbooks, Standard Operations and Procedures (SOPs) manuals, employment agreements - Creating Employer-employee infrastructure to ensure business compliance with employment and labor laws - Drafting Independent Contractor Agreements and Non-Disclosure/Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation Agreements - Conducting Federal Trademark Searches and filing trademark applications - Preparing Trademark Opinion Letters after conducting appropriate legal research - Drafting Letters of Opinion for Small Business Loans - Drafting and Responding to Cease and Desist Letters I service clients throughout the United States across a broad range of industries.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"I had an excellent experience working with Ryenne! She was patient and thorough, taking time to explain why her revisions/suggestions were important. I learned a ton! Ryenne will be my go-to for future contract reviews and she should be yours too!"

Zachary J. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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May 27, 2022

Zachary J.

Principal
Free Consultation
Crown Point, IN
7 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
The University of Michigan Law School

I am a solo-practitioner with a practice mostly consisting of serving as a fractional general counsel to growth stage companies. With a practical business background, I aim to bring real-world, economically driven solutions to my client's legal problems and pride myself on efficient yet effective work.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Zach is the best! Helped me draft and review my asset purchase agreement. Very knowledgeable and did a great job!"

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Donya G. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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July 11, 2020

Donya G.

Contract, M&A, E-Commerce Attorney; Contract Dispute and Dispute Resolution Specialists
Free Consultation
United States
26 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CT, NY
Pace University School of Law

I am a Contracts and Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney with more than 25 years of diverse legal and business experience. My practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, contract dispute resolution, and a broad range of business-related legal matters. I have extensive experience managing and closing transactions across a variety of industries, including SaaS, IT, eCommerce, franchises, agencies, and food services. I take a practical, business-oriented approach to transactions, helping clients efficiently navigate complex deals from initial structuring and negotiation through execution and closing. My combined legal, litigation, financial, and business experience allows me to deliver strategic, efficient, and practical solutions tailored to my clients’ objectives, whether in deal negotiations, contract structuring, dispute resolution, or complex business transactions

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Donya was an amazing partner and was very patient and diligent in dealing with the APA and OA. I highly recommend her as she knows her stuff, is confident, and always has your back."

Harry N. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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November 21, 2025

Harry N.

Business Lawyer
Free Consultation
Anoka, MN
20 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL MN
University of Minnesota

Experienced business advisor and in-house counsel with extensive litigation experience, representing parties in a variety of complex commercial disputes, including securities, financial fraud, contract, and antitrust litigation.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Harry has been great to work with—responsive, professional, and helpful throughout the process. I really appreciate his guidance and would highly recommend him."

Kevin F. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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December 9, 2025

Kevin F.

Business Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, IL
13 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
Northern Illinois University College of Law

Hi, I’m Kevin Flaherty, an Illinois-licensed attorney with extensive experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements for engineering firms, technology companies, public agencies, and small-to-mid-sized businesses. Over the course of my career, I’ve: Led negotiations on domestic and international contracts, including engineering services agreements, EPC arrangements, SaaS licensing, MSAs, purchase/supply agreements, NDAs, and other mission-critical commercial documents. Developed risk-allocation strategies around indemnities, liability limits, flow-downs, multi-party contracting structures, and high-stakes project frameworks. Built contract playbooks, drafting standards, review matrices, and workflows designed to help clients understand their risks clearly and move deals forward with confidence. Provided training and guidance to internal teams and leadership on contract strategy, compliance considerations, and best practices. I bring not only legal expertise, but also a practical, problem-solving mindset—translating dense legal terms into actionable business decisions and helping clients protect their interests without losing momentum.

Jordan B. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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July 5, 2026

Jordan B.

Commercial Litigator
Free Consultation
Chicago, IL
1 Yr Experience
Licensed in IL
Northwestern Law

Former Kirkland & Ellis litigator. 3x business owner before law school. Motivated to solve commercial disputes using legal tools from a business lens.

Leonid M. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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July 30, 2026

Leonid M.

Lawyer
Free Consultation
Addsion, Texas
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL TX
Thomas M. Cooley

Leonid Murashkovskiy is an experienced attorney and licensed real estate broker based in Texas, specializing in real estate transactions, corporate law, business consulting, and estate planning. As the founder of Leonid Murashkovskiy, PLLC, and co-founder of Skyline Realty, Leonid brings a comprehensive multi-disciplinary perspective to contract law and asset management, having navigated complex transactions from initial acquisition and financing to development, portfolio compilation, and disposition throughout his career. Licensed to practice law in Texas and Illinois, Leonid earned his Juris Doctor in 2011 from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, building upon extensive foundational experience as a mortgage loan officer, escrow officer, and paralegal. This diverse background equips him with deep practical insight into the mechanics of property and corporate deals, allowing him to deliver sharp, strategic counsel to clients managing intricate transactions and corporate operations.

Dillon N. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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August 4, 2026

Dillon N.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, IL
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
University of Kentucky

I’m a real estate and tax attorney focused on helping property owners, investors, and businesses navigate the legal and financial sides of real estate. At Relias Law Group, I work on everything from tax assessment appeals to real estate closings and pre-acquisition due diligence. My goal is always the same: make sure clients are protected, well-informed, and getting the most out of their investments. Before this chapter of my career, I spent years in corporate law and litigation, handling deals, disputes, and everything in between. That experience gave me a strong foundation in business law and a good sense of how to get things done practically, not just legally. Along the way, I got interested in how law firms actually work — and more importantly, how they can work better. I’ve helped build and lead legal innovation efforts, introduced new tech and workflows, and worked hands-on with law firms and legal tech companies to modernize how we deliver legal services. I like solving problems, building systems, and making the legal process smoother for everyone involved. Outside of work, I’m a proud dad, lifelong learner, and occasional sailor who believes law should be as human-centered and forward-thinking as the people it serves.

Liliana O. - Author Agreement Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
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August 19, 2026

Liliana O.

Founding Partner
Free Consultation
Chicago, IL
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL AZ
John Marshall Law School

Liliana O’Shea founded and leads Escorcia Law, P.C., a corporate generalist firm focused on transactional matters for businesses across industries. She works with organizations of varying sizes — from small and mid-size businesses to larger corporations — advising on a broad range of corporate and regulatory matters, industry-agnostic in her approach. A Spanish-speaking immigrant from Barranquilla, Colombia, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Colorado and earned her law degree from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago in 2011. Her clients note her focus on asking key questions early in a matter to build the right strategy for each engagement. She lives in Chicago with her husband and young daughters.

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Lawyer Reviews for Aurora Author Agreement Projects

Review a publishing contract with an indie press in Arizona (1 book).

5.0

"Sheila was wonderful to work with and really helped me with my contract."

North Carolina
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Author Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Childrens' book author contract with a publisher

"Very pleased with Amber."

Arizona
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Author Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Draft Contract for Independent Fiction Writers

5.0

"Ryenne knew what I was asking for better than I did. She wrote a very thorough first draft and instructed me on many legal differences between copyrights and licenses. I value her hard work and patience."

Virginia
Drafting
Author Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Hi, I'm a first time author and I have contract from a legit publisher in the UK. My editor,(also in publishing) marke it up a little with his concerns, for you. Although you would have caught it.

5.0

"I was very pleased with all the work Sara S. did as she knew both very technical details about the contract and also had good strategic ideas. One might want to ask how long the project might take, but in some ways that's largely up to you, like how many changes are your requesting and what do you want her to look at. For the flat fee, we got a lot done. And she has expertise in many areas if you look at her reviews, but it also doesn't hurt that she did a book with a hybrid publisher (one that you have to submit your book - one who I actually spoke to at one point, and they have to choose you.) All in all I think I think we covered quite a bit for the flat fee."

California
Review
Author Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Book Illustration Contract

5.0

"I had an excellent experience working with Ryenne! She was patient and thorough, taking time to explain why her revisions/suggestions were important. I learned a ton! Ryenne will be my go-to for future contract reviews and she should be yours too!"

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Author Agreement
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Recent Project:
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Location: Illinois
Turnaround: A week
Service: Contract Review
Doc Type: Author Agreement
Page Count: 8
Number of Bids: 3
Bid Range: $350 - $750

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