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Michael S. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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4.9 (8)
Member Since:
April 16, 2023

Michael S.

Managing Partner
Free Consultation
Los Angeles, California
31 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY CA
Harvard Law School

I began my career at "big law" firms, worked in-house for 14 years, and now have my own practice, providing big law quality at small firm rates. My practice focuses on strategic and commercial transactions, including M&A, preferred stock and common stock offerings, asset purchases and sales, joint ventures and strategic partnerships, stock option plans, master services agreements and SOWs, software development and license agreements, SaaS agreements, NDAs, employment and consulting agreements. I also manage corporate governance, advise boards and executives, and act as outside general counsel. I represent clients across the country and around the world.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
4.0

"Completed most of the work with majority of the answers correct!"

Donya G. - Phantom Shares Program 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

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."

Heather B. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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4.8 (60)
Member Since:
November 30, 2025

Heather B.

Founder & CEO
New York, New York
8 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY MN
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

Delivering proactive and strategic guidance to health and fitness professionals and entities as they scale.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Quick turnaround, had everything I needed and a bit more. Could've used a bit more communication in the beginning to know my circumstance to help draft things I may not be thinking of or missed but all in all it was a great contract for the price."

Morgan S. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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4.9 (18)
Member Since:
July 31, 2023

Morgan S.

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

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."

Alton H. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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5.0 (45)
Member Since:
January 12, 2026

Alton H.

Attorney
Free Consultation
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:
5.0

"It was great working with Alton; quick response and great results."

Steven S. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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5.0 (73)
Member Since:
April 7, 2023

Steven S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
New York; Florida
45 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY FL
New York Law School

Steven Stark has more than 35 years of experience in business and commercial law representing start-ups as well as large and small companies spanning a wide variety of industries. Steven has provided winning strategies, valuable advice, and highly effective counsel on legal issues in the areas of Business Entity Formation and Organization, Drafting Key Business Contracts, Trademark and Copyright Registration, Independent Contractor Relationships, and Website Compliance, including Terms and Privacy Policies. Steven has also served as General Counsel for companies providing software development, financial services, digital marketing, and eCommerce platforms. Steven’s tactical business and client focused approach to drafting contracts, polices and corporate documents results in favorable outcomes at a fraction of the typical legal cost to his clients. Steven received his Juris Doctor degree at New York Law School and his Bachelor of Business Administration degree at Hofstra University.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Steve was amazing to work with. Work was completed and delivered quickly with great attention to detail. I would definitely recommend Steve for any legal issues or advice."

Thomas S. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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5.0 (10)
Member Since:
August 11, 2023

Thomas S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Boulder, Colorado
31 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY CO
University of Colorado

28+ years experience. Licensed in Colorado and New York. Areas of expertise: estate planning, wills and trusts; trademark law; patent law; contracts and licensing; small business organization and counseling.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Thomas was very knowledgeable and is great to work with! Thank you very much - looking forward working together again in the future!"

Steven W. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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4.8 (24)
Member Since:
June 2, 2023

Steven W.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Texas, North Carolina, & NY
5 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY NC, TX
North Carolina Central University

Attorney Steven Wax is ardent about helping his clients. Whether creating personalized estate plans, drafting and negotiating contracts or other legal matters. Steven’s goal is to assist and counsel his clients to protect them and their loved ones. Steven grew up on Long Island, New York. He attended the University of Massachusetts in Amherst earning a BS in Sport Management. He earned his paralegal certificate at Duke University and earned his Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University School of Law in Durham, NC. Steven has an extensive legal career in the life science sector, working for some of the world’s largest Contract Research Organizations since 2013. Steven has negotiated a broad range of contracts for both businesses and individuals. Steven participated in the NCCU Elder Law Project, where he prepared wills, durable powers of attorney, living wills, and health care powers of attorneys for low/fixed income clients in Durham and surrounding counties. Steven finds meaningful ways to share his skills and passion with his community. Steven volunteers his time to Wills for Heroes, which provides no-cost estate planning documents to first responders and their families, through the NC Bar Foundation.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
4.3

"I worked with Steven W to review my prenuptial agreement. He helped me understand the terms of what I was agreeing to and had very fair pricing. I would recommend him for this purpose."

Igxtelle M. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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Member Since:
February 11, 2026

Igxtelle M.

Managing Attorney
Haslet, Texas
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY DC, TX
Handong International Law School

Licensed Attorney with 14 years of experience in consumer dispute resolution, medical arbitration, mediation, and transactional law

James S. - Phantom Shares Program Lawyer in New York
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June 14, 2023

James S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Sardinia, Ohio
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY NJ, OH
Rutgers Camden School of Law

Education Jim Schroeder holds multiple degrees from several institutions. He received his Juris Doctor from Rutgers School of Law in Camden New Jersey. He also earned two additional Master’s Degrees from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky and United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. In addition, Schroeder has done graduate work in Public Sector Labor Relations and American History at Rutgers University and Nonprofit Leadership at Duke University. Jim Schroeder was admitted to the New Jersey Bar Association in 2008; the District of Columbia Bar Association in 2010; the New York State Bar Association in 2014; and the Ohio Bar Association in 2020. He is also admitted to the Federal Courts of Southern New Jersey and Southern Ohio.

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"Zach did a great job and had my best interests at heart during the review process."

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"2nd Project, great person to work with"

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"Recommended!! Mike is a great guy, easy to communicate and professional."

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5.0

"Speedy turnaround time and exactly what I expected to receive."

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"Darryl's experience and rapid work were invaluable"

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