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Donya G. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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4.9 (61)
Member Since:
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 NY CT
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

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"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."

Ted A. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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4.9 (23)
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August 10, 2023

Ted A.

Managing Attorney
Free Consultation
New York, New York
27 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY
Yale Law School

Equity Investments, Agreements & Transactions | Securities & Lending | Corporate Governance | Complex Commercial Contracts | Outside General Counsel & Compliance

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Ted was extremely responsive, knowledgeable, easy to work with and was able help me the same day. I would confidently recommend him in the future."

Scott S. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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5.0 (34)
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July 28, 2020

Scott S.

Principal
Free Consultation
New York, NY
45 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY
New York University School of Law

I have over 25 years' experience representing individual and company clients, large and small, in transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, private offerings of securities, commercial loans and commercial endeavors (supply contracts, manufacturing agreements, joint ventures, intellectual property licenses, etc.). My particular specialty is in complex and novel drafting.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Scott had a quick turnaround on my company’s operating agreement."

Alton H. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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5.0 (49)
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January 12, 2026

Alton H.

Attorney
Washington, DC
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY DC, NJ, VA
The George Washington University Law School

I am a U.S.-licensed attorney with more than a decade of experience in complex litigation and intellectual property matters. I have practiced at leading Am Law firms including Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, Arent Fox, and Sughrue Mion, and I currently operate my own law practice. I have extensive experience handling high-stakes patent litigation, drafting pleadings and briefs, managing large-scale discovery, preparing and defending depositions, and appearing before federal courts and administrative bodies such as the PTAB and ITC. I hold a J.D., cum laude, from The George Washington University Law School and advanced technical degrees in chemistry and chemical engineering, which allow me to efficiently handle technically complex matters. I am admitted in multiple jurisdictions, including New York, Virginia, New Jersey, and the District of Columbia, and I regularly provide high-quality remote legal support to clients nationwide.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Straight to the point and critical. Clearly has a lot of experience with prenuptial agreements. Highly recommended."

Saranne W. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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February 20, 2025

Saranne W.

Principal
Free Consultation
Holmdel, New Jersey
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY NJ
Seton Hall University School of Law

Saranne (Sara) is the owner and founder of S. Weimer Law, LLC. Sara has over a decade of experience practicing at prominent law firms. Prior to opening S. Weimer Law, Sara spent several years at a premiere international law firm representing companies and their leaders in every facet of the employment relationship. Sara has represented entities of all sizes, including some of the largest Fortune 500 companies, small start-ups, and key executives. Sara's experiences spans across various industries, including pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare, financial services, technology, transportation, telecommunication, entertainment, non-profit, hospitality, and private equity. Sara has successfully represented her clients in single-plaintiff litigations, multi-plaintiff litigations, class and collective actions, agency charges, government audits, and disputes with competitors. Sara has extensive experience handling claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave interference, pay equity, medical and religious accommodations, wage and hour issues, whistleblower allegations, non-competes, restrictive covenants, and wrongful termination. Sara is also regularly retained to conduct internal investigations, respond to government inquiries, conduct workplace training, and negotiate executive agreements.

Stefan R. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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March 11, 2025

Stefan R.

Managing Partner
Free Consultation
Brooklyn
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY NJ, PA
Delaware Law

I'm an experienced attorney with a vast experience in legal fields.

Marlene A. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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March 27, 2025

Marlene A.

Associate
Free Consultation
Roseland, New Jersey
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY NJ
Rutger Law School

Marlene is an accomplished attorney at Mandelbaum Barrett, specializing in litigation and real estate law. With a practice focused on buy and sale transactions, leases, litigation, and landlord/tenant matters, Marlene will bring a wealth of knowledge to the matter. Additionally, Marlene effectively navigates complex legal challenges and strives to achieve favorable outcomes for clients in the real estate sector.

Don S. - Cofounder Agreement Lawyer in New York
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April 2, 2025

Don S.

Principal Attorney
Free Consultation
New York / Bangkok
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY
Pace University School of Law

I’m a New York-licensed attorney with over 12 years of experience in business law, commercial transactions, and cross-border advisory work. I regularly assist companies—ranging from startups to multinational firms—with drafting and negotiating key commercial agreements, including service contracts, distribution and reseller agreements, SaaS terms, joint venture arrangements, and NDAs. My background includes advising on business entity formation, contract structuring, and risk allocation across a wide range of industries, including tech, finance, and professional services. I also have experience serving as outside counsel to growing companies, providing practical, business-oriented legal support across a variety of matters. I’m responsive, efficient, and accustomed to working independently with minimal oversight. I'm the founder and principal attorney of a solo practice law firm based in New York, which I manage remotely as a global/digital nomad. My primary practice area concerns cross-border transactions between U.S. investors and private fund managers in Asia.

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

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"Very satisfied with the project and deliverables."

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"Edward was great to work with, he reviewed my Co-Founder and Operating Agreements thoughtfully and offered clear, strategic feedback to strengthen what I had. His suggestions were sharp and practical, and he helped me feel confident that everything was legally solid. I recommend!"

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

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