John Allen Waldrop
Waldrop and Colvin PLLC
Virginia
VA
"Perfect service ever"
About
John Allen has a vast and impressive history of success in world class legal departments across several industries including government contracting, real estate development, medical technology, construction logistics & finance and private equity. His experience delivers results in corporate governance, contracts, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and real estate.
Derek is an outstanding litigator… read more who also assists clients with business formation, franchising, and general corporate law needs. He immediately establishes credibility with new clients by delivering clear and concise communication in a responsive manner.
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"Perfect service ever"
"I recently hired John to review a quick contract and provide some feedback. Instead of sending the feedback via text, as I’d expected, John (or his account team) insisted on scheduling a Zoom meeting, which was fine, though not my preference. During the call, John took some time to refresh his memory on the contract, so much of the review happened live on the call rather than beforehand. A couple of weeks later, I received a second invoice for the meeting that he had insisted on, and the total was higher than anticipated. I was billed for 1.5 hours, though it felt like the initial 30-minute call was the first time he’d reviewed the contract. When I questioned the charges, I noticed that the invoice his team sent didn’t even match the invoice charges in UpCounsel. At this point, I didn’t want to continue disputing it, so I left it alone. On the positive side, John was polite, professional, and prompt in his responses, but I didn’t feel I received the value I paid for, and I wouldn’t recommend his services based on this experience."
"Always a pleasure to work with John. He works very efficiently and was super helpful with my case. I would like to work with him again in the future."
"Excellent service I had the pleasure of working with John Waldrop to review a buyout agreement, and I couldn’t be more impressed. He was incredibly thorough, paying close attention to every detail in the contract. What stood out most was his ability to explain complex legal terms in a clear and straightforward manner, ensuring I fully understood each aspect before making any decisions. His professionalism and dedication gave me complete confidence throughout the process. I highly recommend John and his firm for anyone in need of legal assistance!""
"John is a pleasure to collaborate with. He not only ensures a deep understanding of the solutions he provides but also possesses a strong grasp of startup dynamics."
"I had the pleasure of working with John Allen Waldrop during the recent sale of our business listing. His expertise and professionalism were evident from our very first interaction. John's deep understanding of the business landscape and his strategic approach to the sale process were instrumental in achieving a successful outcome. I highly recommend John Allen Waldrop to anyone considering selling their business. His knowledge, professionalism, and dedication are truly exceptional."
Work History
Waldrop and Colvin PLLC
Partner
Aug 2022 - Present
Connecting with clients to deeply understand their business and goals.
Balancing prudent risk management with business opportunity.
Applying knowledge and experience to help clients achieve results.
Loyalty, LLC
VP & General Counsel
Oct 2018 - Jul 2022
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding corporate objectives by leading negotiations on critical merger and acquisition deals, commercial contracts and dispute resolution matters.
• Produced superior quality private placement memorandum, subscription agreements, and related documents for multi million-dollar equity raises.
• Drafted, reviewed and negotiated offer letters, employment agmts
Winsupply, Inc.
General Counsel
Dec 2015 - Feb 2018
• Drafted, revised, and negotiated information technology contracts including software as a service (“Saas”) licenses to successfully launch an eCommerce platform supporting over 600 wholesale distributors.
• Authored strategic plans for the acquisition and management of a $150M+ real estate portfolio.
• Provided advice to directors of over 600 local companies
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
Assistant General Counsel
Feb 2000 - Apr 2015
World Class Contract Experience
• Responsible for drafting, revising, and negotiating contracts of all kinds including credit, non-disclosure / confidentiality, indemnity, warranty, banking & insurance, closing an average of $2M per day for 250 days per year.
• Structured and maintained domestic and international entities by drafting and filing (as necessary) the charter, bylaws, minutes, etc.