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22 Aug, 2024 by Debbie rea
Clear communication. Asked pertinent questions that were not always easy to ask but were important! Helped make the correct decisions.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Douglas desalvo
Anthony Celaya and his staff are a pleasure to work with. We are happy our estate plan.
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29 Jul, 2024 by Cornelis hartgring
Created a revocable family trust. Process was easy and fast. Got clear explanations regarding the legal language used to implement our wishes. Satisfied with the results.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Ronald kuhlmann
We had a wonderful experience with Trevor in setting up our trust. The previous one dated from 1990 and was hopelessly out of date. The preliminaries were all done by phone and the signing (and more signing) was done in a morning. They had been recommended to us and they certainly exceeded our expectations.
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29 Feb, 2024 by Colleen kabeary
I have had the pleasure of knowing Trevor for some time now. He has an excellent reputation in the local community and has helped many families with the complexity of trusts and estates. I recently reached out for some advice and guidance and I could not be more appreciative of his help, his expertise and overall dedication to helping others. I have recommended his office in the past and will continue to do so in the future.
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13 Feb, 2024 by S bradford
My parents needed help with a trust and I was tasked with finding them the best attorney for the job. After some online research and a couple phone calls, I found Rose Law Firm in Napa. After our initial consultation with Trevor, I knew we had found the right place. Estate planning can be a confusing topic, but Trevor answered all of our questions and made my parents feel really comfortable and respected. Our legal documents were prepared pretty quick and now my parents have the peace of mind of knowing their interests are fully protected from here on out.
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16 Sep, 2015 by Doug
David is a big reason we have a prosperous ESOP today. He guided us through ther process. I really don't believe it would have happened without him.
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09 Sep, 2015 by Tom
We have worked with David for over 25 years now working with our corporate ownership structure which is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. David extremely professional, knowledgeable and provides us with all sides to an issue which helps us make informed decisions. He works to make sure we truly understand the issues at hand and that we spend funds wisely. He is highly responsive and provides high value to us.
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05 Sep, 2015 by Roy helsing
A master of his craft. Mr. Johanson is able to give solid advice through a very complicated set of procedures and options. Trying to form and sell our company to our employees would have been a nightmare without his services.
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30 Aug, 2011 by Anonymous
We found Conor to be very helpful and knowledgeable. Conor assisted us on general easement, and property right issues. The big issue at hand had to deal with our rights on an adandond county road that had not been deeded over to the property owners. He helped us navigate some fencing issues and live stock issues as well. Personable and compassionate, we would highly recomend Conor Massey and the staff at Gaw Van Male.
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22 Apr, 2013 by Stephen
David Ramos has represented me in various situations during the past ten years. From personal and comercial real estate transactions, stock transfers to litigation. I would not hesitate in recommending him highly to anyone.
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12 Jul, 2013 by Chris
Mr. Kelly Wallace is a respectable gentleman who assisted me in maintaining calm with his professionalism and timely responsiveness. Before finding Kelly, I had researched and contacted four lawyers, one of whom referred Kelly to me. After meeting with him for a short time, I chose to hire Mr. Wallace to help me. I have never needed a lawyer before, and without his help, I would not have moved forward. As I am a nervous and anxious person, Mr. Wallace provided the perfect balance of information, calm, and decisiveness. He was respectful in that he never made me feel foolish for my questions or lack of understanding. I am in my 40s and Kelly was the first and only lawyer I ever hired. There couldn't possibly be anyone who could have done a finer job and it was a gift to have had his tremendous assistance.
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07 Mar, 2010 by Anonymous
Rebecca did a great job in drafting an estate plan that met my needs. She helped me thrugh every step of the process, insuring that all of the paperwork and forms were completed and filed with the relevant parties.
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30 Mar, 2010 by J.b.
We hired Nick to help with our business transaction. Nick's strong work ethic, skill set, and ability to explain complex legal issues in real world language made him stand out. I strongly recommend Nick.
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29 May, 2013 by Chris
I needed an attorney to negotiate the sale of my business. Bruce not only knows the law, he understood the process and was skilled at anticipating the positions of the Buyer and addressing their concerns before they became an issue.
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09 Jan, 2019 by William mcclure
Attorneys Michael Murphy and Alison Roades-Brown are batting 1000 for me. They helped me favorably resolve two pressing business matters this last year. They are well respected in our community and approach law and conflict resolution in what I feel is a humanistic manner. They are completely professional, very responsive, and able to look at the big picture. Their fees are reasonable, and they are sensitive to keeping costs low. Having worked with many other attorneys, I know a good practice when I see it. I would recommend them without reservation.
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18 Sep, 2024 by Daniel madrigal
05 Sep, 2024 by Isaias perez
04 Sep, 2024 by Juan larios
18 Sep, 2023 by Amber
18 Aug, 2023 by Tomoko h
I would very much like to thank Brent Kaspar and his esteemed colleagues at Kaspar & Lugay LLP for helping me take care of my family during very difficult times. Brent not only showed us that he was extremely knowledgeable on family law, but he was also compassionate and empathetic; taking the time to listen to us and even agreeing to see us without a scheduled meeting because he knew how stressed out we were.
Brent and his team are wonderful professionals. In their communications, they always got back to us right away. In their explanations of the law, they were thorough and intelligent and gave us straight information; they never gave us false hopes. Their integrity and trustworthiness are second to none.
Brent also took the time to work hand in hand with my husband, earning my husband’s trust. My husband’s previous lawyer worked on this same case, did very little if anything at all to help us. Though she was very happy to send us the bill.
My husband fired this lawyer and he felt very down that he would not find someone that could help us in our case. Together we found Kaspar & Lugay LLP and from then on our situation did a 180 and we eventually achieved a successful outcome.
A big thank you to Brent Kaspar and everyone in his office for bringing my family home and giving us a new foundation to build success and happiness!
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16 Mar, 2023 by Sadhana brent
Prompt, concise and very helpful. Highly recommend.
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23 Sep, 2024 by K casey
Our experience with Jeffrey Stephens has been exceptional. He is responsive, knowledgeable, insightful, and kind. Currently, he is working on three separate cases for us, with expertise and great attention to detail. It is such a relief to have competent representation. He recently amended our existing trust, and provided all of the trust administration on my mother in law's estate. His wonderful team, Colleen Diaz and Caitlyn Andrijich, are also always reliable, helpful, and reachable. It has been a pleasure to work with each of them.
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13 Jun, 2024 by Julie mccrary
09 Nov, 2023 by K brown
23 Sep, 2024 by K casey
Our experience with Jeffrey Stephens has been exceptional. He is responsive, knowledgeable, insightful, and kind. Currently, he is working on three separate cases for us, with expertise and great attention to detail. It is such a relief to have competent representation. He recently amended our existing trust, and provided all of the trust administration on my mother in law's estate. His wonderful team, Colleen Diaz and Caitlyn Andrijich, are also always reliable, helpful, and reachable. It has been a pleasure to work with each of them.
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13 Jun, 2024 by Julie mccrary
09 Nov, 2023 by K brown
08 Jul, 2024 by Dustin vonvicenich
08 Jul, 2024 by John anaya
A Great Firm with ethically driven Attorney’s.
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08 Jul, 2024 by John anaya
They took care of my families cases and were fair and reasonable. They fought relentlessly on our behalf
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08 Jul, 2024 by Dustin vonvicenich
08 Jul, 2024 by John anaya
A Great Firm with ethically driven Attorney’s.
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08 Jul, 2024 by John anaya
They took care of my families cases and were fair and reasonable. They fought relentlessly on our behalf
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20 Jul, 2024 by Eliot wagner
Unprofessional and unethical lawyers. Run away
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04 Oct, 2023 by Alethea brown
Jason Luros is sharp legal eagle with deep knowledge of the law, and a pragmatic approach to conflict resolution. It doesn’t hurt that he’s one of the most kind-hearted people I have met, sincere in his help of others. Highly recommend having him on your side.
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14 Sep, 2023 by Solveig prudlo
I mistakenly rated Jason one star 2 years ago, I cannot get into that account at this time but will be changing my rating when I am able in 48 hours, acc. to Google.
Anyway, we were not Jason's clients, our landlords were but we just want to say that Jason was very thorough, he definitely knows the law but even though he was opposing counsel, he treated us respectfully and was kind to us for what we were going through yet never crossed any ethical lines, he was definitely working hard for his client. If I ever needed a tenant-landlord attorney, I would use him, especially after talking to all the other attorneys with this specialty in Napa, we were sure sorry our landlords got him, we would have loved to have had him represent us.
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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.
