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10 Apr, 2024 by Mario f
If any one is looking for an attorney, I highly recommend Frank Ciaramella. He expedited my trademark application and helped me with an office action response. He is very honest, professional and succeeded in getting the approval for my trademark in a very short time.
I would like to share this excellent experience, the fee he stated was as agreed and there were no hidden fees. I am honored to express my gratitude to Frank and recommend him 100%.
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12 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
I've had a trademark for 20 years and easily renewed it myself a few times. Suddenly, this year, the USPTO examiner declared I was missing examples! For six months I worried about what to do but had to focus on my company.
Frank was one of many attorneys who sent me emails offering their services but was the only one who kept reminding me from time to time. As the deadline approached with just a week or two to go I emailed him back.
He knew exactly what the problem was, gave me a reasonable price, told me what he needed and as soon as I got the examples scanned and sent to him, he was able to file before the deadline. Within days, the USPTO accepted the examples and my trademark was renewed!
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08 Aug, 2023 by Chris
Hello Everyone,
I do not typically write reviews, however this one is deserving!
I needed help for a tradmark. I was responded to one USPTO Office Action after another. For the Final Office Action before
being rejected- denied. I placed everything to his firm, and today I have the USPTO Certificate for my trademark.
Again, I do not write reviews; moreover note, I write this after the award for my mark: "Simply The Best", was finaly granted.
Seeking the RIGHT an Itellectual Property Lawyer; or any is often time consuming, and many are WELL OVERPRICED.
Mr. Ciaramella is knowledgable, to the point and very reasonable.
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sunil raju
This firm is well-run and extremely good at serving its clients. As a fellow trial lawyer, I would not hesitate to refer clients to this firm.
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02 Jul, 2024 by Miles hildebrand
A company I am a partner of was needing several legal documents dealing with other companies. Kent and his team did an outstanding and quick job of producing those documents. As well as handling and advising us on contract negotiations with a distributor deal we needed to get in place. I would highly recommend this firm for business law matters.
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16 May, 2024 by Dillon roberts
I found the experience extremely positive. Mr. Frazer was incredibly professional and responsive. He was able to address a complex legal issue and communicate available options in real time. I look forward to working with the team again.
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12 Sep, 2023 by Rich slinkman
Excellent business law attorney.
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07 Dec, 2022 by Lovey coleman
17 Jul, 2021 by Cup cake
I have retained Attorney Gene Lipscher on two different cases. He is a great business attorney. The first time I met Mr. Lipscher he drew up a noncompete contract for my business employees. Twice I have used his services for this Non-compete contract and both times the case went in my favor if you are in need of a good business attorney for all situations this is the guy. If he cannot get back to you immediately his assistant Kristi Hartman will be in touch with you with any information regarding your case. She is efficient and a pleasure to Converse with. 5 stars!
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20 Dec, 2020 by Anonymous
When I decided to patent my cleaning product, I hired Robert to assist me with this process. Not only did he help me with my patent, but in my opinion, he went beyond what I required of him by providing me with some tips on how to market my product as well. I can’t say enough good things about this attorney and would recommend him to anyone for a variety of legal services. Thank you so much for your dedication and expertise!
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03 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
We needed a lawyer to represent us on a few large agreements. Through a recommendation we hired Robert to review the contracts. Unlike most lawyers that add a bunch of nitpicky changes just to seem useful, we discussed our negotiating strategy, determined what was important, and made reasonable changes. When negotiating with the other parties, he joined the calls, discussed our position, and closed the deals quickly. He's like having a sales guy with a legal training, which is a great help. He's sharp with contracts, well-spoken, and honest.
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12 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
I hired Robert Mino to negotiate some contracts for my business. We just started selling our patented lawn maintenance product and needed to work with manufacturers, resellers, and retail. Robert gave us some really good advice.
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08 Mar, 2022 by Marcia
I recently hired Mr Bradford to represent me. Mr. Bradford is very knowledgeable and professional. I am very satisfied with his service.
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09 Aug, 2019 by Elizabeth
In meeting with Mr. Bradford, I discovered him to be very astute, professional, possesses great intellect, and takes a keen interest in his clients' matters. He is resourceful and exhibits a high degree of skill along with an amiable demeanor. Some attorneys have great skill but treat clients poorly, and other attorneys are considerate towards clients but lack legal skill. Mr. Bradford highly excels in both conduct and skill--RARE! I would feel very comfortable with his advocacy on my behalf, and in fact found myself asking him about several matters in hope that he would take on some or all of them. :) He is very quick and excellent at analyzing cases.
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03 May, 2019 by Eddie
Mr. Bradford is fantastic. His rates are very reasonable in proportion to his skill. I was very impressed with how he handled my matter in and out of the courtroom. Highly recommended!
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12 Sep, 2023 by Rich slinkman
Excellent business law attorney.
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07 Dec, 2022 by Lovey coleman
17 Jul, 2021 by Cup cake
I have retained Attorney Gene Lipscher on two different cases. He is a great business attorney. The first time I met Mr. Lipscher he drew up a noncompete contract for my business employees. Twice I have used his services for this Non-compete contract and both times the case went in my favor if you are in need of a good business attorney for all situations this is the guy. If he cannot get back to you immediately his assistant Kristi Hartman will be in touch with you with any information regarding your case. She is efficient and a pleasure to Converse with. 5 stars!
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03 Jun, 2021 by Karen
Mike is my go-to guy for all bankruptcy and debtor/creditor issues that come up in my divorce and immigration practice. Knowledgeable, experienced and professional, I cannot recommend Mike Gort highly enough.
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05 Nov, 2019 by Anonymous
Mr. Gort did a stellar job in my representation. His legal knowledge combined with his compassion and empathy made the journey through my legal matter maneuverable. Further, Mr. Gort gave me astute advice during his representation which resulted in the best resolution possible.
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06 Oct, 2019 by Mark
Mike Gort is a very knowledgeable attorney with experience on both sides of the transaction or situation. His honesty and integrity is bar none. He has assisted me successfully with a reorganized Chapter 11 for my business and a Chapter 7 for me personally. His communication and coordination with the trustees and the court were always on point. I couldn't recommend another professional or a better person.
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27 Mar, 2020 by Holly
Eddie Welch is very professional, thorough and above all, caring. He is well versed in estate planning laws and is proactive in making suggestions specific to your goals. I highly recommend him!
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01 Jun, 2018 by Emily
Mr. Welch prepared my family's trust. He is easygoing and smart. He spent hours with us getting everything just the way we wanted it. We felt like experts after he was done explaining everything to us. Well worth the rate he charges. He is simply the best.
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30 May, 2018 by Adam
I hired Mr. Welch to prepare my estate plan. From the second we met I could tell that I was going to be happy. He answered all of my questions and always returned all of my calls immediately. I was impressed with how thorough he was. Can't say enough great things about this lawyer. I will be using him again.
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02 Sep, 2015 by Fran
We used Leslie Cohen on several occasions in different matters regarding our small business. We found her approach to the practice of law refreshing and her knowledge of small business issues limitless. Ms Cohen is easily accessible and is responsive to our needs at a fair and reasonable cost. I highly recommend her for any business needs.
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11 Oct, 2012 by Ashley
She was very accommodating to my needs and worked within a short time frame. She provided time for all questions and I never felt rushed.
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04 Mar, 2015 by Jeremy n.
With Richard on the case you couldn't be in better hands! Richard has handled several cases for my wife and I as well as friends of ours ......hands down the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of hiring!
Highly Recommend !!!
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26 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Robert Gaines is an exceptional attorney who genuinely cares about my concerns. He was so supportive while negotiating the sale of my business which allowed me peace of mind. His unparalleled dedication to his profession is truly impressive. I highly recommend his services for any legal matter.
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20 Nov, 2009 by Rob
Kelly handled my divorce mediation, and from the outset it was obvious that she was there to represent me to the best of her ability, and that she had the other lawyer completely outclassed! I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone seeking an exceedingly capable lawyer.
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12 Sep, 2023 by Rich slinkman
Excellent business law attorney.
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07 Dec, 2022 by Lovey coleman
17 Jul, 2021 by Cup cake
I have retained Attorney Gene Lipscher on two different cases. He is a great business attorney. The first time I met Mr. Lipscher he drew up a noncompete contract for my business employees. Twice I have used his services for this Non-compete contract and both times the case went in my favor if you are in need of a good business attorney for all situations this is the guy. If he cannot get back to you immediately his assistant Kristi Hartman will be in touch with you with any information regarding your case. She is efficient and a pleasure to Converse with. 5 stars!
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19 Aug, 2024 by Jamie kyong
I hired Julianne to represent me in a bankruptcy case. She understood my situation so well and adapted quickly to changes in the case. Without her council I would have had no hope of any recovery. I am glad I put my trust in her and impressed with her knowledge, motivation, and honesty. If you need good representation, you found it.
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23 May, 2024 by David vranicar
Julianne did a truly phenomenal job guiding us through the most difficult time in our company's history. From the moment we began the process, her expertise was evident. Julianne was instrumental in saving all the jobs at our company, demonstrating not just her legal acumen but also her dedication to our team. She was always available, no matter the time of day, and her responsiveness on weekends and evenings was unparalleled. Julianne is honorable, decent, and knows when to fight for her clients. Her extensive knowledge of the law is matched by her ability to apply it effectively, ensuring we were back on track in a record amount of time. Her experience and personable approach make her, without a doubt, the best attorney I have ever encountered. Highly recommend!
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20 May, 2024 by John tendresse
Julianne was a pleasure to work with during my case. She assisted me every step of the way. Her knowledge of the law is unsurpassed.
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14 Dec, 2015 by Anonymous
Michael is an experienced attorney who I have found to be well versed in real estate and contractual matters. He is very thorough and knowledgeable and always keep me informed, while providing excellent work product and sincerity
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12 Dec, 2015 by Ralph
Mr. Michael Steiner is always professional and courteous. Inquiries are responded to in a timely manner. I always find it a positive experience when dealing with Michael.
One area for increased improvement is follow-ups, in particular regarding expired notices, i.e. other attorney responses, court dates, etc. Back office support for payments to the association can also be improved.
Overall, I am pleased with Michael's performance and look forward to working with him.
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23 Oct, 2015 by Patricia
Michael handles foreclosures and collections for our condominium. As a member of the board, I have found him to be a skilled adviser, prompt to return calls. He has the ability to explain problems clearly and concisely. He has been a tremendous help to our condominium.
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26 Nov, 2019 by Carmen
Steven handled a landlord dispute for us. The landlord imposed a claim without any merit on our security deposit. Steven handled it quickly - we received our refund of the security deposit immediately from the landlord
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16 Nov, 2018 by Anonymous
Very patient. He gave great concise advice. Extremely friendly. I’d absolutely recommend him.
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11 Aug, 2018 by Miriam
Steve was referred by another attorney in Ft. Lauderdale. So very thankful I met Steve. He not only serves as my attorney but continues to be a great listener, counselor and problem solver of many issues. Prior to the sale of my home Steve actually helped willingly to perform handyman repairs following the inspection. As an 81 year old widow it is rare to meet such a caring and thoughtful attorney to assist with difficult matters we must daily face.
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24 Jun, 2014 by Mike
John R. Petrone II represented me in a slip and fall case for an injury I sustained in 1996 and that injury is permanent. Petrone was transferred to the case by Attorney John Rinaldi of Syracuse as John was nearing retirement after having done nothing on my case for four years or so. I was young at the time so I trusted them. Big mistake. Essentially what they did was wait me out to the point where they could settle it without doing any work. They spent seven years doing nothing then tried to collect their fee by attending an Examination Before Trial and settling. They sent underling lawyer Mark Halpin to handle it and the total preparation they gave me for the EBT was between the car and the conference room. I was given 5 minutes of preparation to face an Insurance company attorney who had 30 years of experience. So in essence my lawyer was not representing my best interest they were simply trying in my opinion to see how much money they could get while doing as little work as possible. Subsequently they lost my case file. I spent two years trying to get it knowing they didn't really lose it I speculate, but in fact there was no file because they didn't do any work. I pursued the matter with the US Postal Inspectors as I had evidence that they had altered postal documents. The Postal Inspectors concluded that the matter was of "Peripheral Nexus" to them and they refused to conclude whether they were or were not altered. They contend that the documents were public and basically it wasn't that it had not been done, they simply concluded that they didn't care. My interpretation is that they don't care if a lawyer uses the post office as an excuse in laundering a case file. This is all speculative of course. But the appearance of impropriety was there. Bottom line is no case file was ever generated. They were required to have a retainer agreement. They didn't even have that. Then they had the gall to try to charge me $700 or so for copies, etc. It wasn't until after the case was settled that I realized what had happened to me. The conflict of interest is mind boggling. They took advantage of superior knowledge when placed in a position of trust. I filed a grievance against them and the Attorney Grievance committee said that the lawyer code of conduct ethical cannons are "aspirational in nature only." I guess that means ethics are optional. I contest John Petrone's 1.0 rating. It should be lower. I could have gained better results myself and saved myself 7 years of aggravation. I do not have the words to describe the disdain I have for John Petrone. I'd have sued him for malpractice but after 7 years I'd had enough. When I saw he was disciplined it surely came as no surprise. Karma finally caught up with him. I can only imagine what happens to old people that use people like this and are incapable of defending themselves. If you use Petrone after reading this review then you get what you deserve.
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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:
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What is your experience with businesses like mine?
Find out if the lawyer has handled legal issues for companies in your industry. -
What services do you offer?
Ensure the lawyer can meet all your business's legal needs, from contract drafting to dispute resolution. -
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. -
How do you handle conflicts of interest?
Ask how the lawyer ensures there is no conflict in representing your business. -
Can you provide references from other business clients?
Speaking with past clients will give you an idea of the lawyer's expertise and professionalism. -
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.
