Briana Cummings
Litigator, Mediator, Outside General Counsel
Massachusetts
CA, MA, NY
"Briana was very professional and went beyond our expectations"
About
As outside general counsel to technology and medical device companies, and in my work with myriad other companies, I negotiate high-stakes asset acquisitions and other major deals, and advise clients on contract management, regulatory compliance, choice of entity, financing arrangements, incentive plans, and business structuring. I also advise executives, employees, independent contractors, and… read more consultants.
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"Briana was very professional and went beyond our expectations"
"As a small creative business, I struggled to find an attorney that could help me with contracts. I reached out to Briana Cummings at Branch Legal and was so impressed by her knowledge and friendly manner. She helped me to understand the nuisances of contracts and how best to protect myself. Her fees are also very fair and accessible for small businesses just starting out! I highly recommend!"
"Finding a quality attorney can be difficult, which is why I was so happy to find Branch Legal's website. After reading about their commitment to affordability and quality services, I didn't wait long to make an appointment with Ms. Cummings. She provided me with everything I needed to know up front and was easy to reach when I had questions. Her services are of the highest quality and reasonably priced. If you're on the fence about going with Branch Legal, take this as your sign to do it!"
"Briana did an excellent job mediating my divorce. I was so fortunate to have found Ms. Cummings who handled our meetings in a fair, unemotional, safe way. I highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for mediation as a means to end a marriage."
"Did a great job. Very professional, great listener and prompt responses. Would use again!"
"I am so grateful to Briana for her professionalism and response time. She has been most helpful! Do not hesitate to contact her."
Work History
Branch Legal LLC
Principal
Mar 2014 - Present
Provide outside general counsel services to software and medical device companies, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, advising on employment law matters, and directing litigation.
New England Law | Boston
Legal Research & Writing Instructor
Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
Taught first-year law students legal research, legal writing, and oral advocacy.
District Court of Massachusetts
Law Clerk
Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
Clerked for Judges Leo Sorokin and M. Paige Kelley on the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts.
Justice First LLP
Social Justice Fellow
Oct 2012 - Feb 2014
Participated in civil rights and employment litigation as part of two-woman law firm, including drafting pleadings, conducting and defending depositions, writing motions, and participating in settlement discussions.