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What Can A Contract Lawyer Help You With?

A contract attorney assists with various general and specialized contract law-related legal matters. This can include researching, drafting, finalizing, enforcing, negotiating, amending, and disputing contract agreements. UpCounsel can help you hire an experienced an experienced professional contract attorney online who can ensure that all agreements are legally-enforceable.

How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Contract Lawyer In The U.S.?

The cost of hiring a contract lawyer can range from as low as $200 to as much as $5,000 depending on the complexity of the agreement. Attorneys may charge a flat fee or an hourly rate, but the exact amount depends on the type of service rendered and several other factors. These factors include contract length, the industry the contract was made for, contract duration, the number of parties involved, and so on. A breach of contract attorney, for example, may cost substantially more than an attorney for contract drafting.

How To Find The Best Contract Lawyer

UpCounsel lets you find and connect with top-rated contract lawyers and attorneys online, who provide contract law services for individuals, plus small and large businesses. Look for lawyers who respond to your legal needs promptly and are willing to work with you on an ongoing basis. Click here to easily find & compare the top contract lawyers in your state for free.

Need A Top Contract Lawyer In Your State?

Whether you’re looking for a business contract lawyer or employment contract lawyer, you can use UpCounsel to search for all kinds of contract attorney services online in your state and contact them accordingly. Having a lawyer who works locally can streamline the legal process.

What Is The Name For A Contract Lawyer?

A contract law attorney can go by many names depending on the service rendered, including a breach of contract lawyer, litigation support attorney, consultant, staff attorney, or document review attorney. While the names are somewhat synonymous, the term used can vary depending on the situation.

What Tasks Do Contract Lawyers Perform For Clients?

Contract attorneys specialize in contract law and assist clients (including individuals and businesses) in creating, reviewing, and managing contracts. Dispute resolution and agreement arrangement are among the services they offer.

Do Lawyers Write Contracts?

Contract attorneys provide services in writing contracts that are legally enforceable, and are trained to use language that clarifies an agreement and anticipates the resolution of potential issues.

Seth W.

Seth Wiener

1257 reviews
As an experienced trial lawyer and litigator, Seth Wiener has resolved numerous federal and state litigations. His cases have included everything from family law to bankruptcy to fraud and more. Before Seth formed his own firm, the Law Office of Seth W. Wiener, he worked for several prominent law offices where he gained a great deal of experience.
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Steven S.

Steven Stark

614 reviews
For over 30 years, Steven Stark has offered counsel to non-profit organizations and private companies. He has a passion for helping small businesses in particular since he himself started several businesses of his own in New York and Florida. He understands the importance of small businesses having a reliable attorney to advise them about legal matters from their inception.
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Lauri D.

Lauri Donahue

574 reviews
Lauri Donahue has been practicing law for more than 25 years. She advises high-tech, media, and entertainment companies in the U.S., Israel, and the EU on matters including technology licensing, entertainment law, video game law, anti-piracy, antitrust, IP litigation, and patent monetization. Ms. Donahue also trains and manages multi-shore teams and teaches law in the U.S. and overseas.
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Thomas B.

Thomas Bark

524 reviews
Thomas Bark is a Partner at Jones Bay working with startups, but he can also handle legal matters for large companies. Previously, he has worked for two top international law firms for some 25 years - some of his experience includes working abroad.. His practice extends to corporate law and commercial contracts, with a particular emphasis in VC finance, M&A, lending, employment, joint ventures and technology issues. He attended The University of Virginia School of Law.
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Scott S.

Scott Stram

427 reviews
As a member of both the New York and New Jersey Bars, Scott Stram is an accomplished lawyer with experience in a range of legal and business areas. This includes corporate law, data security, compliance, real estate, and intellectual property. Before founding Stram Law, Scott was a compliance officer for a company that performed property audits, a director of a security consulting practice, and an operations officer for Viacom and CBS.
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Alisha B.

Alisha Bond

360 reviews
-Received a BS in Communications in 2005, JD from Mississippi College School of Law in 2009, and MBA from University of Maryland in 2016. -Results driven and experienced a... read more
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Neil G.

Neil Gandhi

330 reviews
Neil Ghandhi has 12 years of experience as a corporate attorney. He is licensed to practice law in both New York and New Jersey. Neil received his legal degree from the Fordham University School of Law. Neil is experienced in securities and finances, and often assists startup companies overcome legal obstacles. He has been the chief legal officer at ComicsVerse.com since December 2015, as well as the managing attorney at his own legal office since January 2014.
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David Y.

David Yamaguchi

281 reviews
Startups and small businesses sometimes need someone who can deal with complex transactions on an international playing field. David Yamaguchi specializes in content hosting issues and intellectual property. He concentrates his practice in the United States, Asia, India, and Europe. Whether you are a business giant or a startup, Mr. Yamaguchi can provide legal advice that fits your needs.
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Mario N.

Mario Naim

240 reviews
Mario's firm focuses on serving growth companies throughout the venture capital life cycle from startups to public companies. The firm provides services related to business law, specifically corporate, securities, business combinations and commercial transactions. He has also helped foreign clients in the acquisitions of businesses in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and South America.
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Brig R.

Brig Ricks

197 reviews
I am a senior executive and strategic legal adviser with 19 years of experience providing legal services in international environments. I am a general counsel who can advis... read more
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Brandon Northington

"I needed help to draft an agreement, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. They were clear, thorough, and made sure every critical detail was handled properly. Their professionalism and attention to detail gave me total peace of mind throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Attorney Brandon Northington to anyone in need."

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Anna Claxton
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Anna Claxton

"Very communicative, meticulous with her work and sets clear standards."

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Scott Silvers
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Scott Silvers

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Danny Minutillo
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Danny Minutillo

"Danny went above and beyond with writing the TOS, Privacy Policy, and other legal documents for our SaaS. I would definitely recommend him as legal council."

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Irvine, CA,

Dane Dixon
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Dane Dixon

"Dane is great to work with, met or exceeded all deadlines. He reviewed our launch documents ahead of schedule and explained every change rather than just redlining it. He was direct about what we could not claim and what we did not actually need, which saved us money as well as risk, and where we needed specific language he supplied it instead of leaving us to work it out."

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East Petersburg, PA,

David Yamaguchi
5.0
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David Yamaguchi

"As a first-time inventor, I needed someone not only to look over my agreement but to help me understand why it was good or bad. David was thorough, and as I read through his review and revisions, I realized how much the document had been shaped in the other party's favor — something I hadn't noticed at all on my own."

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Virginia Beach, VA,

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba
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Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Really happy with work, concise and quick response. Will use his services again."

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Farmington, AR,

Ryan Coyne
5.0
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Ryan Coyne

"Experienced, prompt, and was versed in a unique space of international business and law that seemed the perfect fit for my needs. Would recommend to anyone looking for legal support!"

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Los Angeles, CA,

Bryan Reddix
5.0
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Bryan Reddix

"Working with Bryan has been an excellent experience. He took the time to thoroughly review my website's legal documents and provided thoughtful feedback.Throughout the process, Bryan has been responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in helping me protect my business. I feel much more confident moving forward knowing my website and legal documents are being reviewed with such care and attention to detail. I would highly recommend Bryan to anyone looking for a knowledgeable business attorney for an online business or startup."

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Chicago, IL,

Alton Hare
4.8
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Privacy Policy Services

Alton Hare

"Took the time to truly understand our technically complex product, delivered a complete and consistent six-document legal package, and answered every question with practical, actionable guidance. Responsive and thorough, would gladly hire again."

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Sunnyvale, CA,

Lauri Donahue
5.0
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Service Agreement (hourly)

Lauri Donahue

"Lauri was very helpful and easy to work with. I will be coming back to her if I have more legal documents to draft."

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Denver, CO,

Brent Xavier
5.0
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Brent Xavier

"Brent reviewed the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for my iOS app before launch. He went through the app itself, not just the documents, and caught places where the policies didn't match what the app actually did. Responsive, gave exact wording instead of vague notes, and finished under budget. Highly recommend."

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Dade City, FL,

Rebecca Stacker
5.0
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Draft Business Consulting Agreement

Rebecca Stacker

"Rebecca helped me with my drafting my business contract. She was knowledgeable, helped me with any questions I had, and was delightful to work with."

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New York, NY,

Jack Stephens
5.0
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Jack Stephens

"Jack reviewed our service agreement and significantly strengthened our liability, property damage, and food safety language. When I followed up with detailed questions — including a nuanced Georgia Restrictive Covenants Act issue — he gave clear, specific answers instead of boilerplate, and caught that a jury trial waiver we'd asked about isn't enforceable under Georgia law. Handled an unexpected personal health issue with total professionalism and picked right back up without missing a beat. Flat fee, excellent value. Highly recommend."

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Douglasville, GA,

Karen Braveheart
5.0
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Karen Braveheart

"Incredibly easy to work with and she provided knowledgable advice about our specific industry."

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Los Gatos, CA,

Alisha Bond
4.5
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Legal Document Review for Beta

Alisha Bond

"Alisha was really knowledgeable and helpful. She was also super transparent regarding pricing and what to expect financially."

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New York, NY,

Sara Mana
5.0
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Sara Mana

"Sara is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with."

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Houston, TX,

Michael S Melfi
5.0
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Michael S Melfi

"Michael was fantastic to work with. He took the time to understand both the legal and practical realities of my business instead of just making redlines in a vacuum. His feedback was thoughtful, pragmatic, and always explained in a way that made it easy to understand the trade-offs behind each recommendation. What I appreciated most was that he looked for solutions, not just problems. He helped strengthen our legal documents while also offering practical guidance on payments, risk management, and launch considerations that went well beyond the contracts themselves. I’d absolutely recommend Michael to any startup founder looking for a knowledgeable attorney who understands how to balance legal protection with building a real product."

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Thousand Oaks, CA,

Vincent Van Houden
5.0
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Vincent Van Houden

"Great Job all Documents completed."

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Southaven, MS,

Scott Stram
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Contract Review and Revision

Scott Stram

"Scott understood the issues we needed to resolve, and gave excellent guidance and options that we hadn't considered. He delivered well within the time constraints we were under."

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Richmond, VA,


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