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Daniel W.

Daniel Weberman

41 reviews
I am an experienced New York Attorney pleased to offer my services to clients who are seeking assistance with startup consulting and/or business related legal work. My expe... read more
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Heather N.

Heather N. Bowen Pascual, Esq., Cipm

33 reviews
Heather N. Bowen Pascual, Esq., CIPM joined UpCounsel in August 2025. She is a powerhouse legal advisor to founders, executives, and scaling companies looking for legal and... read more
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Brent X.

Brent Xavier

29 reviews
I’m Brent Xavier, a business attorney and the founder of BrandX Legal. I work with startups and growth companies across the U.S. on the legal work surrounding contracts, go... read more
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Vincent V.

Vincent Van Houden

27 reviews
I am a New York-licensed attorney and Harvard Law graduate advising founders, creators, and technology companies on corporate structure, commercial agreements, and securiti... read more
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Jack L.

Jack Liechtung

26 reviews
Jack Liechtung is a New York licensed attorney with experience in corporate, M&A, media and employment matters. Jack graduated with honors from Brooklyn Law School and ... read more
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Eric B.

Eric Broad

15 reviews
I’m the Founder and CEO of Bowery Legal, a firm composed of startup and venture capital lawyers and entrepreneurs who have worked at big law firms such as Latham & Watk... read more
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Matthew G.

Matthew Golden

9 reviews
I help businesses turn complex technology, intellectual property, and commercial challenges into strategic advantages. Over more than three decades, I’ve advised global ent... read more
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Steven R.

Steven Riker

3 reviews
The Law Office of Steven Riker is a New York-based law firm which provides high-quality legal services at cost-effective rates to a diversified clientele in the New York me... read more
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Marijan H.

Marijan Hucke

2 reviews
Raised in a legal household, educated in the UK (UWE LLB), and licensed in New York since 2008, legal strategy is in my DNA. I am a partner at Huckes Anker, a tech-driven, ... read more
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Joshua S.

Joshua Soloway

209 reviews
He has experience as an entrepreneur, investment banker, strategic adviser and corporate finance attorney. Joshua is currently a Managing Director of Soloway Group, PC Counselors at Law. His focus is on corporate finance, securities, capital raising and general corporate matters. His legal advice extends to private and public companies. He attended Boston University School of Law, where he earned a Juris Doctorate.
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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
5.0
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John Cifelli

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

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Rye, NY,

Brent Xavier
5.0
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Form LLC

Brent Xavier

"Brent Xavier was professional, responsive, and very helpful in explaining my business structure and legal documents in a clear and easy-to-understand way."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Ali Shalchi
5.0
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Patent & IP Consultation

Ali Shalchi

"Ali, was awesome!"

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New York, NY,

Brandon Northington
5.0
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Corporate Restructure Services

Brandon Northington

"Speedy quality service."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Maria Isabel Guerrero
5.0
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General Advice - legal services as requested

Maria Isabel Guerrero

"Maria is always knowledge and helpful, it's a pleasure to work with her."

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Smithtown, NY,

Vincent Van Houden
5.0
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Family Land Trust Buyout Review

Vincent Van Houden

"Vincent is very knowledgeable about land trusts and transfers of beneficial interests, and improved documents that I thought just needed a few polishes and a 'stamp of approval'. Instead, he took the time to review the documents and look for missing loopholes and inconsistencies, suggesting changes and making changes succinctly and clearly. I would recommend Vincent"

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Speculator, NY,

Michael Wieser
5.0
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Michael Wieser

"Michael has done a fantastic job! He is very experienced, efficient, responsive, and professional. I'd strongly recommend him!"

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Scarsdale, NY,

Ross Brandborg
5.0
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Trademark Registration Spoolara

Ross Brandborg

"Great working with Ross as always."

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New York, NY,

Sara Mana
5.0
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Draft SAFE Document

Sara Mana

"Sara was amazing, went above and beyond on our work and turned it around in <24 hours. Highly recommend, would love to work with her again"

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Long Island City, NY,

Jake Siciliano
5.0
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Trademark Registration

Jake Siciliano

"Very professional and fast."

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New York, NY,

Paul Spitz
5.0
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Consult on Corporate Restructure

Paul Spitz

"Fast, professional, and provides great advice. Would work with Paul again."

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New York, NY,

Alisha Bond
4.8
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Vendor Agreement

Alisha Bond

"Good counsel for contract work."

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New York, NY,

Stacy Dees
5.0
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MSA and Exhibits Review

Stacy Dees

"Stacy was highly professional and provided excellent guidance throughout the engagement. She communicated clearly and consistently, and was very accommodating of our team’s schedule."

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Mineola, NY,

Zvi Raskin
5.0
Clear Communication
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Contract Review Attorney Needed

Zvi Raskin

"Working with Zvi has been an absolute pleasure. His guidance brought a level of clarity and confidence that is genuinely hard to put a price on — and that kind of peace of mind is something I deeply value."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Steven Stark
5.0
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Form LLC

Steven Stark

"Steven was a pleasure to work with. He was clear and thorough, and he completed the task very quickly. He explained everything he was doing and he promptly answered my questions. I would definitely recommend him to others."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Scott Stram
5.0
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Consult on Employment Agreement

Scott Stram

"Scott was straightforward, incredibly responsive and gave timely help when I was up against a deadline. I will use him again and recommend him."

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Brooklyn, NY,

Matthew Golden
5.0
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Patent Consultation

Matthew Golden

"Matt is very knowledgeable and offers excellent guidance"

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Rockville Centre, NY,

Rebecca Stacker
5.0
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Contractor Classification Review

Rebecca Stacker

"Rebecca and her team are great! Super responsive and easy to work with."

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New York, NY,

Jonathan Savar
4.5
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Severance Negotiation Advice

Jonathan Savar

"Jonathan was very experienced and able to help me in a time sensitive situation."

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New York, NY,


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