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Steven S.

Steven Stark

616 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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Thomas Bark

525 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 Stram

429 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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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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Mario N.

Mario Naim

241 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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Michael W.

Michael Wieser

167 reviews
I am dedicated to working with startup entrepreneurs and early stage growth companies to provide legal stability and scalability for growing enterprises. What sets me apart... read more
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Umar F.

Umar Farooq

141 reviews
Umar Farooq focuses on corporate legal matters that include commercial contracts, employment matters and business operation management. He has represented Vodafone, RBS, ExonMobil and various other large corporations. Umar graduated cum laude from the University of Buffalo School of Law in 2007. He also received an Adelbert Moot Scholarship while attending the University in 2006. Umar started his own law firm in 2012 and is currently the managing business attorney.
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Rebecca S.

Rebecca Stacker

138 reviews
From working at leading international law firms to launching multiple businesses, the team of Attorneys at Atlas Road Advisors have practiced at the intersection of busines... read more
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Baruch G.

Baruch Gottesman

129 reviews
Baruch Gottesman is a corporate attorney with over a decade of experience. He is licensed to practice law in both New Jersey and New York. Baruch obtained his J.D. degree in law from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University. He is skilled in providing legal assistance to startup companies, with exceptional experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts. Baruch founded his own law firm in January 2010.
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Katie Centolella

94 reviews
Our firm, Pact Legal, consists of Managing Attorney Katie Centolella and a team of associates and support staff. We serve as general counsel to entrepreneurs and businesses... read more
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Darryl Scott
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Darryl Scott

"Darryl is an exceptional patent attorney. He is highly knowledgeable, extremely responsive, and remarkably meticulous with technical details. He handled our complex USPTO patent specification with outstanding professionalism and met tight deadlines flawlessly. His dedication to quality and clear communication made the entire filing process smooth and seamless. Highly recommended for anyone seeking top-tier IP and legal expertise!"

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Ross Brandborg
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Ross Brandborg

"Excellent and efficient work as always"

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Yaphank, NY,

Michael Bartholomew
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Michael Bartholomew

"I had an excellent experience working with Michael Bartholomew on my provisional patent application. Michael was an outstanding attorney - extremely responsive and thoughtful throughout the process. As I developed new ideas along the way, he took them seriously and helped me present them more clearly and effectively in the application. I especially appreciated his patience and the thought and care he brought to the process. It was a genuine pleasure working with him, and I would highly recommend him."

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Tuckahoe, NY,

Vincent Van Houden
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Vincent Van Houden

"Thank you! Great contract review"

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Brooklyn, NY,

Maria Isabel Guerrero
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Maria Isabel Guerrero

"Maria Isabel was quick and great to work with! She understood the assignment, and we communicated via email until we got to a good place with the agreement template I needed. She is a good communicator and responded quickly. I'd definitely work with her again."

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James Kraehenbuehl
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James Kraehenbuehl

"I am extremely pleased with the legal work James provided for me. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with, and I would gladly recommend him to others."

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Brandon Northington
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Brandon Northington

"Brandon reviewed 47 consumer-facing statements about estate topics for a national physical product. The deliverable exceeded scope: item-by-item verdicts with confidence levels, independently verified against primary federal sources and current provider terms, plus disclaimer language, placement schedules, and practical guidance we hadn't asked for. He was straightforward about the limits of his practice from the first message, delivered on time at the quoted flat fee with no upfront payment, and answered every question directly. Exactly what you want from a legal content review."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Thomas Bark
5.0
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Thomas Bark

"Thomas was great to work with, we look forward to having him on our journey in the future!"

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Livingston, TX,

Ross Mash
5.0
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Ross Mash

"Ross was professional and incredibly helpful!"

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New York, NY,

Anna Claxton
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Anna Claxton

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

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Corona, NY,

Dane Dixon
5.0
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Dane Dixon

"Great attorney he was able to restructure the agreement for us in a manner that protects our interests."

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New York, NY,

Karen Braveheart
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Karen Braveheart

"Karen is amazing. very professional and thorough.. I highly recommend her if you are seeking a quality attorney."

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Katie Centolella
5.0
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Katie Centolella

"Wonderful experience. Very clear, thoughtful guidance given in a timely fashion and for a very reasonable rate. Looking forward to working with Katie in the future!"

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Yaphank, NY,

Alisha Bond
4.5
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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,

Mary Mazur
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Mary Mazur

"Mary has been very professional, responsive, and helpful throughout this matter. She clearly explained the legal options, potential risks, and next steps, and helped us prepare a thoughtful response strategy. I especially appreciated her practical advice, clear communication, and consideration of our startup’s budget. I would be happy to work with her again if further legal support is needed."

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Albany, NY,

Brent Xavier
5.0
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Employment Agreement Review

Brent Xavier

"Brent was an outstanding thought partner during my review of an employment agreement for a new role. He was consistently responsive, flexible, and strategic, offering practical advice while remaining approachable. His steady guidance and affable demeanor made a stressful process feel far more manageable. I highly recommend Brent to anyone seeking thoughtful, pragmatic legal counsel."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Jeffrey Aldridge
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Jeffrey Aldridge

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New York, NY,

Joel Douglas
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Joel Douglas

"Thanks guys, the best patent lawyers. Patented lulatek. Shoutout to Shem and Joel."

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New York, NY,

Baruch Gottesman
5.0
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Baruch Gottesman

"Thanks for your help! It's been much appreciated"

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New York, NY,

John Cifelli
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John Cifelli

"John was clear, professional, and on point throughout the work. Definitely recommend!"

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Rye, NY,


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