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Alexander N.

Alexander Nahai

100 reviews
Having overseen over $1.2 billion in transaction value, we are able to provide top-tier service at affordable rates, with much more personalized attention and fast turnarou...
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Alexis S.

Alexis Saenz

94 reviews
Alexis Saenz is a patent attorney who has prepared hundreds of patent applications and responses to the United States Patent and Trademark Office. He mainly works with start-up ventures and mid-sized companies in the growth stage. Alexis' personal experience with a startup company has given him deep insight into the process that guides his patent and intellectual property services.
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Dean S.

Dean Sage

68 reviews
Dean Sage is an attorney at law with over seven years of experience. He is licensed to practice law in California and obtained his legal degree from the University of Michigan Law School. Dean is experienced in dealing with legal matters related to real estate law, tax law and business formation. He is also skilled in legal research and writing, as well as drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
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Philip V.

Philip Virga

65 reviews
Prepared patent and trademark applications which have included inventions and marks dealing with wireless communication, hardware, software, analog and digital circuits, se...
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Rhea D.

Rhea De Aenlle

61 reviews
Rhea de Aenlle is a business-savvy attorney with extensive experience in Privacy & Data Security (CIPP/US, CIPP/E), GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, FERPA, Intellectual Property, and...
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Jesko O.

Jesko Onken

50 reviews
Licensed in California and Germany, Jesko Onken offers cost-effective legal advice to small and midsize companies. A speaker of German, French, and Italian, Mr. Onken provides services in business law and international legal management. He specializes in entity formation, business contracts, corporate compliance, immigration, licensing, and securities.
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Laura D.

Laura Drossman

46 reviews
Clients can’t say enough about Laura Drossman: “trustworthy,” “tenacious,” “responsive,” “accountable,” and “efficient.” Since starting in private practice in 2004, Laura has moved on to found her own firm in 2011 which specializes in commercial real estate, business transactions, trademark law, and general legal counseling. Actively barred in California and New York, one client said it best: “Dross is the Boss.”
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Jessica H.

Jessica Holcombe

38 reviews
Jessica Holcombe founded the Holcombe Law Group to represent emerging and established companies in key aspects of operations and strategic goals. She draws on her experience from working with technology, clean energy, medical services, real estate, and telecom companies and from acting as first general counsel at Boyett Petroleum, the largest fuel retailer and distributor in Northern California.
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Ritu H.

Ritu Hasan

36 reviews
Ritu Hasan has more than 15 years of experience as a corporate lawyer. She has an LL.M in Banking & Financial Law, as well as a J.D. in law. Ritu has worked with both startup companies and large corporations. She primarily specializes in commercial contracts, with a strong focus on securities and finances. Since January 2016, Ritu has worked as a contract attorney under the name Ritu Hasan Consulting, where she offers legal services to companies of all sizes.
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Edward R.

Edward Robinson

35 reviews
Edward Robinson is a patent attorney that mainly works with corporations to help them obtain patent protection for pharmaceutical products, medical devices and related inventions. He is registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Edward has over 14 years of experience. He practices law in California and received a J.D in law from the University of San Diego School of Law. Edward has recently jointed Tech Law LLP, but have represented a large number of companies as a corporate counsel.
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David Yamaguchi
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David Yamaguchi

"Really enjoyed working with David and hope to return to him in the future."

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Laguna Beach, CA,

Eric Alspaugh
5.0
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Eric Alspaugh

"I needed some quick work and he handled it same day."

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Vista, CA,

Rebecca London
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Rebecca London

"Rebecca is a very skilled and knowledgeable in CA state employment law. As counsel, she is professional, plain-spoken and will help you understand the different stages/status points as you move through the process. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Ali Shalchi
5.0
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Ali Shalchi

"Wonderful to work with. He's knowledgeable and quick."

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Santa Ana, CA,

Matthew Riordan
1.5
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Matthew Riordan

"Mr. Riordan did not provide the services he promised. The job I posted was to sign a document and he promised to deliver that. What he delivered was a letter stating that he can not sign the document because he is does not practice law in California. The money that I paid him was a complete waste and feel misled. I communicated that with him and asked for a refund but of course he denied it."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Leonard Lerner
5.0
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Leonard Lerner

"We had a great experience with Leonard. He did what he needed in order for us to get our case resolved. We appreciated the transparency and patience. Highly recommended!!"

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San Bernardino, CA,

Ari Goldstein
5.0
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Asset Purchase Agreement Drafting

Ari Goldstein

"Ari was very prompt and descriptive in his communication. All the documentation was done on time and accurately. I am Very happy with his service and would love to work with him again in the future."

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Hayward, CA,

Troy Krich
5.0
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Troy Krich

"You could search the world over and you would not find a kinder, more brilliant, or more helpful lawyer. Troy exceeded every expectation, and in record time. He’ll be my go-to counsel for anything I need moving forward. Truly TOP NOTCH!"

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Glendale, CA,

Ross Brandborg
5.0
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Draft Response to USPTO Office Action (Trademark)

Ross Brandborg

"I highly recommend Ross for anyone needing trademark assistance. He helped me file my Trademark Statement of Use. His expertise, attention to detail, and willingness to explain each step gave me complete confidence that everything was handled correctly. If you’re looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly committed to protecting your brand, Ross is an excellent choice."

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San Ramon, CA,

Seth Wiener
5.0
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Contract Review for Startup Equity

Seth Wiener

"Seth was quick to respond to both my proposal and messages. He's friendly, kinda, and was a pleasure to work with. I'd reach out to him again if/when another needs pop up on my side!"

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Ojai, CA,

Gene Rhough
5.0
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Privacy Policy

Gene Rhough

"I asked Gene to do a second pass at a Privacy Policy he drafted for me for my app, based on updated guidance for developers from the App store and Google Play, and he graciously agreed. I appreciate his thoughtfulness and attention to detail, always. I plan to continue to hire him in the future as the needs for my startup continue to evolve."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Rebecca Stacker
5.0
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Corporate Restructure Services

Rebecca Stacker

"I hired Rebecca for a business restructuring and compliance project, and she exceeded every expectation. They were incredibly friendly and easy to work with — the kind of attorney you feel comfortable asking the hard questions to — and their communication was consistently fast, clear, and proactive. If you want an attorney who’s both technically sharp and genuinely approachable, this is the one to hire. Truly worth every dollar. They caught risks I didn’t even know existed, offered smarter alternatives, and actually worked with me instead of lecturing at me. Communication was fast, clear, and organized, and every deliverable was polished and usable immediately. If you need someone who’s not only technically strong but also understands how real businesses operate, this is the attorney you hire. Worth every dollar."

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Studio City, CA,

Ryan A. Woods
5.0
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Ryan A. Woods

"Ryan was responsive, thorough and timely in addressing our issue."

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Lake Forest, CA,

Ian Good
5.0
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Rent Increase Notice Drafting

Ian Good

"Ian was exceptionally good at understanding my legal situation, responding clearly and in detail to all my questions, and quickly providing the written deliverables I needed. He was thorough and clear in his references to the relevant statutes."

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San Francisco, CA,

Baruch Gottesman
4.5
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Trademark Response to USPTO Office Action Assistance Needed

Baruch Gottesman

"Baruch did a great job preparing and filing the Office Action response for my U.S. trademark. Communication was clear and the work was thorough. There was a bit of delay in response at times, but everything was completed smoothly in the end."

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Sacramento, CA,

Bob Schrader, Esq.
5.0
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LPR Reentry with Commercial Tools

Bob Schrader, Esq.

"Bob was helpful and quick to respond"

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Belvedere Tiburon, CA,

Stacy Dees
5.0
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Stacy Dees

"Really enjoyed working with Stacy."

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Burlingame, CA,

Jeffrey Ball
5.0
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Employment Disputes Consultation

Jeffrey Ball

"Great attorney! Highly recommend."

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Lake Forest, CA,

Timothy Marks, Esq.
5.0
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Website Terms and Privacy

Timothy Marks, Esq.

"Tim was helpful and easy to work with"

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Los Angeles, CA,

Alisha Bond
5.0
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SaaS Contract Review

Alisha Bond

"Wonderful work!"

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Chattanooga, TN,


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