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Gary is the Founder and Principal Attorney at New Ridge Law, where they understand that navigating the legal landscape can be daunting for small businesses—but it doesn’t have to be. The mission at New Ridge is to simplify the complexities, providing clear, affordable, and practical guidance so you can focus on what you do best: growing your business and serving your clients. From business formation and contracts to compliance and dispute resolution, you can move forward with confidence, knowing you have a trusted partner by your side.

Dominick Brook has been a licensed attorney in Ohio for the last 16-years. Prior to founding Brook Law, he served as the Director of Real Estate at Ohio University, negotiating and structuring complex transactions to align the University’s real estate portfolio with its mission. For over a decade before Ohio University, Dominick was a Senior Manager at Ernst & Young and served as a trusted business advisor for clients ranging from Fortune 10 companies to high-tech start-ups. Earlier in his career, he worked as a research analyst with Ohio University’s Voinovich School and served as an adjunct instructor of economics at Ohio University. Dominick is a graduate of the University of Edinburgh in Scotland (Masters of Economics and Politics), Ohio University (Masters of Political Science), and the Ohio State University's Moritz College of Law (Juris Doctorate). He is a Governor-appointed Ohio Commodore to aid in the attraction of businesses to Ohio, is a member in three angel investment funds, and served on the Athens County Port Authority.

I am an experienced small business attorney. I work diligently to ensure that small business owners achieve their objectives while maintaining compliance, satisfying legal duties, and engaging in smart contracting opportunities. I provide everything from organization, to lease/commercial real estate purchase agreement review and negotiation, and even IP filings. I can help to navigate commercial and government contracts, as well as other SaaS-type agreements.

Dedicated attorney with contract experience in Washington, Virginia, and Kansas.

With decades of experience as a global general counsel, I’ve worked in over 20 countries, navigating complex legal landscapes and delivering strategic solutions across diverse industries. My career has centered on mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, and facilitating high-stakes transactions—always with a focus on practical, business-oriented advice. Now, I bring that expertise to my boutique consultancy, where I help businesses tackle their most pressing legal and operational challenges, whether it’s navigating cross-border regulations, strengthening corporate governance, or driving sustainable growth. Clients choose me because I offer a blend of global perspective, deep legal acumen, and a proven track record of delivering results under pressure. I don’t just provide answers—I craft solutions that empower businesses to thrive in an increasingly complex world." I’ve navigated complex legal landscapes and delivered strategic solutions across diverse industries. My career has centered on mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, foreign subsidiary formation and governance—always with a focus on practical, business-oriented advice. I offer a blend of global perspective, deep legal acumen, and a proven track record of delivering results under pressure.

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.

Attorney with 20+ years substantive experience in the areas of law including real estate; banking, insurance, and financial institutions; business organizations and corporations; and probate and estate planning.