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25 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
Debbie is a highly intelligent lawyer woh really knows her stuff and has a down to earth personality that made all parties feel at ease.
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26 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
David Gabor is a very good and strong Attorney. He understand his clients, and He is not afraid to take on a tough job, My case was destroyed by another attorney, David was able to rescue my case and able to bring it back to life, I am happy with all the people he has in his office as well, They are all very good with clients, I would recommend David to everyone who need a good attorney
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05 Apr, 2021 by Jessica mcdermott
He gave me the info that he could..nice polite and helpful
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28 Dec, 2014 by Anonymous
Found to be high calibare in every related field with more on law related to innovations and patent laws litigation with ease. Highly cooperative in dealings and shares his knowledge to all.
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07 Apr, 2008 by Todd
I have been represented by Morgan for the past six months. He is outstanding at breaking down complex legal documents to the pertinent points while insisting that his client's interests are safe guarded. I appreciate his thoughtful approach towards the explanation of legal terms and documentation. In the past five years I have had the opportunity to work with several fine attorneys, with a wide range of experience and specific expertise in business law. Morgan is by far the most talented, and eager to do outstanding work. Because of Morgan's attention to detail and personal service, I have recommended him on several occasions without reservation and I continue to do so at every opportunity.
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14 Oct, 2022 by Patrick
She is so sweet and kind and goes at a rate even I can understand. Highly recommend working with Erika Hafner.
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09 Nov, 2012 by Rauny baez
Attorney Okagbue is a top notch professional. She has been indispensable in many of my business and real estate transactions over the years. She's honest, very friendly and has a deep understanding and knowledge of a wide range of legal issues. Most recently she has represented me in the sale of my house and purchase of a new property. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional attorney!
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09 Dec, 2021 by Stefan
I retained Dan to represent me and my business concerning issues involving a large technology company and associated unfair and deceptive commercial acts and practices committed by a third party. He was empathetic to the situation I faced. He developed a sound strategy to tackle the problems and then he executed on the plan in a thorough way. He martialed the facts carefully and leveraged relevant and persuasive case authorities. I see that as good lawyering. He takes a sensible approach to things and charges reasonable fees. Should I or my business ever again face similar issues down the road, he'll be my first call.
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20 May, 2008 by Anonymous
I found Darrell to be an erudite and professionally adroit lawyer. Both bright and smart and personable and approachable. He got the job done with the minimum of fuss and with better than expected results. I would highy reccomend him.
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06 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
We hired Robert for to handle some corporate issues we had a few years back that caught up to us. We were in big trouble and needed someone to handle a serious litigation case. Robert was recommended through a colleague and I feel blessed to have found him. I strongly recommend Robert McHale to handle any corporate litigation. He sparred our company a lot of financial exposure.
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05 Sep, 2013 by Jill
I have been dealing with Atty. Diaz for nearly 2 years on a difficult Estate case. I have found him very knowledgable and extremely professional. He has always been understanding during our family's difficult time settling our Estate. Above all else, he has always been a perfect gentleman. A pleasure to know and work with.
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30 Mar, 2015 by Jeff kagy
I have worked with Alexandra and others from her firm since 2012 - Unlike the larger firms where I have always felt like a number, Alexandra goes above & beyond to provide personalized support I represent a corporate HR executive who relies on quick access and ad-hoc guidance in a fast moving start-up biotech environment - Alexandra is always accessible, instills a positive and high level of confidence, is very smart/knowledgeable about employment/HR matters, and provides sound. logical legal advise and guidance to her clients I highly recommend Alexandra Thaler
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19 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous
Attorney Haynes acted as my court appointed defense attorney. He carefully explained each proceding and kept me updated on the status of the case continuously. He was understanding and helpful. He painstakingly researched the law and several cases for precedent in the state to prepare a motion for my case and was successful in getting it dismissed. He put an incredible amount of effort into my case! He always acted professionally and I could tell that he was well respected by his peers and the court officials. I would recommend him as an attorney without hesitation!
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16 May, 2024 by Luke
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10 May, 2024 by Nancy mcdonough
Mr. Bigelow, has done a few cases for me, he is an excellent Lawyer. He knows his business. So if your looking for the best in the business, call Blair Bigelow.
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28 Jan, 2024 by Edward kennedy
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20 Jun, 2016 by A.a.
I am genuinely impressed by her skills and expertise. But, more importantly, I am impressed by her kindness and good nature. She was not even representing me, but went completely out of her way to guide me about a legal matter. I am confident that she is the person to be contacted for legal representation. My absolute highest recommendations.
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25 Jul, 2014 by Jason
I have had the pleasure to work with Scott on M&A deals, complex contracts and other corporate affairs. He has a fantastic understanding of all issues and can provide practical advice that helps deals to get done in a way that is efficient and profitable. I would highly recommend Scott.
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14 Jul, 2011 by Roy
I first met Mr. Barton at Rubin and Rudman in the mid 90's and he represented my company Polyfiltronics and me personally in almost everything legally including selling shares in my company, selling the company, buying a house, investing in other companies etc.etc. I have been retired now for > 10 years and occasionally pick his brain Gratis. I have had occasion to use Lawyers in Boston since 1982 for a variety of reasons, but once I met Mr. Barton he fulfilled just about everything I expected of legal counsel, Objective, fair and efficent. If anything was out of his area of expertise , he would recommend someone just as good or better than himself.Always pleasantly surprised at the quality and cost of consulting Mr. Barton, a pleasure to work with. Thank you Gene.
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21 Aug, 2019 by Ana
Our company has been a client of Michelle DelMar since 2014. As a UK company, setting up a US subsidiary was not a straightforward task but Michelle understood our requirements and made the process simple. She also drafted a private label distributor agreement for us with competence and attention to detail. She continues to act as our lawyer, dealing with the day to day legal and administrative tasks in a timely and efficient fashion, and is always helpful and friendly. I would have no hesitation in recommending Michelle DelMar as a lawyer.
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29 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous
Adam was a pleasure to work with and helped us through the purchase of our new house and sale (through 2 different buyers) of our old one. Throughout the process he was responsive and on top of all the details in the process; I would certainly recommend him for others looking for real estate lawyers in the area.
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07 Sep, 2024 by Paul
I had already hired someone a few months ago for a Civil matter but when I spoke with Attorney Serpa recently, I learned more in a 10 minute conversation with him than I had with another attorney I hired 9 months ago. Joe Serpa has a superb education and is very direct & truthful with clients - which is EXACTLY what you want. Hire this guy.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Hamza bhawana
Joe is an exceptional attorney and an even better person. He represented me at a magistrate hearing and achieved exactly the outcome I was hoping for. I consulted with several lawyers in town, but Joe's thorough explanations and strategic approach really set him apart. I highly recommend him without hesitation!
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25 Jun, 2024 by Sumaiya khan
Joe is an outstanding lawyer. He is highly knowledgeable and makes the entire process easy and smooth. He took the time to understand the complete picture and highlighted the important facts intelligently. You couldn't ask for more.
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28 Aug, 2024 by Josue m.
Was my first time getting a OUI and Attorney Peterson was such a great help ! I was nervous but he made sure that I would get the best possible outcome from ! Also has been a great help for answering questions I had after the case was done!
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26 Aug, 2024 by Sherri glennon
Very professional, kind and considerate! Very happy I hired him!
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26 Aug, 2024 by J k
Attorney Peterson took care of a sensitive case on which another high-profile lawyer floundered. Succeeded with a ruling in our favor. He was kind and professional throughout. Highly recommended.
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23 Sep, 2024 by Naomy gonzalez
genuinely cares about his clients. He will dedicate 110% of his attention to your case. He does not see clients as dollar signs but as a persons. He wants the best outcome and will fight tooth and nail to help get his clients exonerated.
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15 Aug, 2024 by Meliza ali
Highly recommend Attorney Martin. Professional, punctual, attentive, well spoken, but most of all best representation and defense in MA!
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16 Jul, 2024 by Helen s
I used Dakota’s services a decade ago and came back again recently. He is a good ally to have on your side and very patiently answered all my questions. He went above and beyond and got me results that I was pleased with. He is able to explain issues simply and describes each step of the process, so I always felt like I was in good hands.
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23 Sep, 2024 by Naomy gonzalez
genuinely cares about his clients. He will dedicate 110% of his attention to your case. He does not see clients as dollar signs but as a persons. He wants the best outcome and will fight tooth and nail to help get his clients exonerated.
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15 Aug, 2024 by Meliza ali
Highly recommend Attorney Martin. Professional, punctual, attentive, well spoken, but most of all best representation and defense in MA!
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16 Jul, 2024 by Helen s
I used Dakota’s services a decade ago and came back again recently. He is a good ally to have on your side and very patiently answered all my questions. He went above and beyond and got me results that I was pleased with. He is able to explain issues simply and describes each step of the process, so I always felt like I was in good hands.
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20 Aug, 2024 by Rose nandy clerge
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06 Aug, 2024 by Ahmed gedi
Joe has been giving me great advice for years. He the Best! Thank you Joe!
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Joe has been giving me great advice for years. He the Best! Thank you Joe!
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Joe has been giving me great advice for years. He the Best! Thank you Joe!
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gary boston
I am very grateful to Attorney Murphy for helping my family. He successfully resolved our issues and we couldn't be happier with his work. Great communications, very knowledgeable and a very nice person. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
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05 Oct, 2024 by Andrew goldberg
Ethical, great lawyer who helped me tremendously during tremulous times. He was always readily available for communication when needed. Thank you for getting me through difficult times Darius!
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10 Dec, 2023 by Laura goode
From the very first conversation I had with Darius, I felt like he was on my side, something I didn’t feel when I was discussing my case with other attorneys. He was ethical and supportive and made himself available throughout the ups and downs of the case. In the end, I was able to get to a successful resolution to my case and decided to retain Darius for corporate counsel.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gary boston
I am very grateful to Attorney Murphy for helping my family. He successfully resolved our issues and we couldn't be happier with his work. Great communications, very knowledgeable and a very nice person. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
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05 Oct, 2024 by Andrew goldberg
Ethical, great lawyer who helped me tremendously during tremulous times. He was always readily available for communication when needed. Thank you for getting me through difficult times Darius!
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10 Dec, 2023 by Laura goode
From the very first conversation I had with Darius, I felt like he was on my side, something I didn’t feel when I was discussing my case with other attorneys. He was ethical and supportive and made himself available throughout the ups and downs of the case. In the end, I was able to get to a successful resolution to my case and decided to retain Darius for corporate counsel.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gary boston
I am very grateful to Attorney Murphy for helping my family. He successfully resolved our issues and we couldn't be happier with his work. Great communications, very knowledgeable and a very nice person. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
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05 Oct, 2024 by Andrew goldberg
Ethical, great lawyer who helped me tremendously during tremulous times. He was always readily available for communication when needed. Thank you for getting me through difficult times Darius!
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10 Dec, 2023 by Laura goode
From the very first conversation I had with Darius, I felt like he was on my side, something I didn’t feel when I was discussing my case with other attorneys. He was ethical and supportive and made himself available throughout the ups and downs of the case. In the end, I was able to get to a successful resolution to my case and decided to retain Darius for corporate counsel.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gary boston
I am very grateful to Attorney Murphy for helping my family. He successfully resolved our issues and we couldn't be happier with his work. Great communications, very knowledgeable and a very nice person. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
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05 Oct, 2024 by Andrew goldberg
Ethical, great lawyer who helped me tremendously during tremulous times. He was always readily available for communication when needed. Thank you for getting me through difficult times Darius!
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10 Dec, 2023 by Laura goode
From the very first conversation I had with Darius, I felt like he was on my side, something I didn’t feel when I was discussing my case with other attorneys. He was ethical and supportive and made himself available throughout the ups and downs of the case. In the end, I was able to get to a successful resolution to my case and decided to retain Darius for corporate counsel.
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What a Business Lawyer Can Do for You

A business lawyer provides critical legal guidance and support to entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. Whether you are forming a new company, drafting contracts, or navigating complex regulations, a business attorney ensures you are legally protected and operating within the law. They can also help prevent legal disputes or represent you in negotiations, transactions, or lawsuits that arise during the course of business operations.

Business lawyers have expertise in areas such as business formation, contract law, intellectual property, employment law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. They ensure that your business is compliant with relevant laws and help mitigate risks that could threaten your company's success.

When Should I Hire a Business Lawyer?

Hiring a business lawyer is essential at various stages of business development, including:

  • Forming a business: When deciding on the best structure for your company (LLC, corporation, partnership, etc.), a lawyer can guide you through the registration and compliance process.
  • Drafting contracts: If you need contracts for employees, partners, suppliers, or clients, a lawyer ensures these documents are legally sound and in your best interest.
  • Mergers, acquisitions, or dissolutions: If you are buying, selling, or dissolving a company, legal counsel is critical to avoid costly mistakes.
  • Compliance and regulatory issues: A lawyer can help navigate complex regulations, particularly in industries like healthcare, finance, or tech.
  • Resolving disputes: Whether it's contract disagreements, intellectual property infringement, or employment issues, a business lawyer helps mediate, negotiate, or litigate on your behalf.

What Does a Business Lawyer Do?

Business lawyers provide a wide range of services that cater to different legal needs of a business. They can:

  • Help you choose the best legal structure for your business.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with employees, suppliers, customers, or business partners.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
  • Advise on tax strategies to minimize your business's tax burden.
  • Assist with intellectual property protection, such as trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
  • Handle mergers, acquisitions, and business sales, ensuring all legal paperwork is in order.
  • Resolve disputes through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation.

How Are Business Lawyers Paid?

Business lawyers typically charge either by the hour or on a flat-fee basis, depending on the complexity of the work. Common payment structures include:

  • Hourly rates: The lawyer charges based on the time spent working on your case. Rates vary depending on the lawyer's experience and location.
  • Flat fees: For certain tasks, such as incorporating a business or drafting a standard contract, a lawyer may offer a flat fee.
  • Retainer: Some businesses may hire a lawyer on retainer, paying a fixed amount each month to have ongoing access to legal services.

The payment structure is often discussed during an initial consultation so you can choose the one that best suits your business needs and budget.

How Much Does a Business Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a business lawyer depends on factors such as:

  • The complexity of the legal issue: More complex matters, like mergers or intellectual property disputes, typically cost more than routine tasks like contract drafting.
  • The lawyer's experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in larger cities often charge higher fees.
  • The nature of the billing arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $150 to $1,000 or more, depending on the lawyer's expertise. Flat fees are usually available for simpler matters like forming an LLC or drafting a standard contract.

It's essential to discuss fee structures upfront to avoid surprises.

Top Questions to Ask a Business Lawyer

Before hiring a business lawyer, ask the following questions during your consultation:

  1. What is your experience with businesses like mine?
    Find out if the lawyer has handled legal issues for companies in your industry.
  2. What services do you offer?
    Ensure the lawyer can meet all your business's legal needs, from contract drafting to dispute resolution.
  3. What are your fees, and how do you bill?
    Get clarity on how you'll be charged - whether by the hour, flat fee, or retainer.
  4. How do you handle conflicts of interest?
    Ask how the lawyer ensures there is no conflict in representing your business.
  5. Can you provide references from other business clients?
    Speaking with past clients will give you an idea of the lawyer's expertise and professionalism.
  6. Do you have experience in my specific industry?
    Industry-specific knowledge can be crucial, especially in highly regulated fields like healthcare or finance.

How to Check the Credibility of a Business Lawyer

To ensure you're hiring a reputable business lawyer:

  • Check state bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is in good standing and has no disciplinary actions against them.
  • Look for client reviews or testimonials: Online reviews, testimonials, or word of mouth from other business owners can provide insight into the lawyer's reliability and effectiveness.
  • Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have satisfied clients who can vouch for their services.
  • Check professional memberships: Membership in respected legal organizations (such as the American Bar Association or a local business lawyer association) can signal credibility.
  • Review their website and professional profile: A well-established lawyer typically has a professional website showcasing their areas of expertise, credentials, and case success.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most out of your first consultation with a business lawyer, prepare the following:

  • A description of your business and its structure: This will help the lawyer understand your legal needs.
  • Any current contracts or agreements: If you're seeking contract advice, bring copies of existing contracts.
  • A list of legal issues or concerns: Be ready to discuss any potential legal challenges, such as regulatory compliance, disputes, or transactions.
  • Financial documents: If applicable, bring financial records related to the legal matter you're seeking help with.
  • Questions about fees and billing: Ensure you understand the lawyer’s payment structure and fees upfront.

By preparing these materials, you can ensure that your first meeting with a business lawyer is productive and informative.

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