Wilmington Business Attorneys & Lawyers
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Steven Stark
Jake Siciliano
![David Y.](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/510197e3ce77a71638879c1f/images/14255198516761e11e6c.jpg)
David Yamaguchi
![Richard G.](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/55b97fec5eb8e6306cb660d4/images/1474656375050RichHeadshots-21.jpg)
Richard Gora
![Michael W.](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/5645098206aa146379fc8995/images/15993059708482019 serendipity headshot for LinkedIn.jpg)
Michael Wieser
Jason Head
![Troy K.](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/625474cc7db6020635c3368a/images/1649958017398troy-final.png)
Troy Krich
![Nathan W.](https://sitecdn.upcounsel.com/6515d066c17fd66125944314/images/dfffc04bb22fd1acb6dbaedf513d4c12_1700061994.jpeg)
Nathan Wenk
Thomas Greene
![Michael M.](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/677d993625dc95f0d5678c9c/images/1737069155552MMphoto1 10-9-24.jpg)
Michael Miller
Wilmington Business Lawyers
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 32 reviews for Business Operations attorneys in Delaware
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"Working with Alex has been a fantastic experience. He was professional, responsive, and efficient. His approachable demeanor made communication effortless. We trust Alex as a reliable partner for all our future legal needs and truly value his expertise and support."
Laurence W
.
Claymont,
DE,
9 months ago
![Lara Lavi](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/554176ea8928e5212ed313ae/images/1430353641_355.jpeg)
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"Lara was personable, honest and to the point. It was a pleasure working with her, and I would hire her again for future needs."
Michelle D
.
Lewes,
DE,
over 1 year ago
Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Very pleasant experience. I hope to work with Neil again in the future."
Sam B
.
Dover,
DE,
almost 3 years ago
![Michael Wieser](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/5645098206aa146379fc8995/images/15993059708482019 serendipity headshot for LinkedIn.jpg)
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"Michael was very helpful with the incorporation of my startup and with processing other related legal documents. He also connected me with other credible lawyers for completing other legal tasks such as trademarking. His knowledge of and insight on the startup ecosystem and legal space was helpful throughout this process."
Maria C
.
Brooklyn,
NY,
almost 3 years ago
![Robert Bryson](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/563256257a2da41324f02d0f/images/16093797287842020-11-24 15_29_26-Photos.png)
Founding stage fin-tech/sustainability startup general counsel, incorporation and key documentation
"Solid general counsel on corporate formation and shareholding matters. Robert is knowledgeable and has good commercial awareness."
Anna R
.
New York,
NY,
about 3 years ago
![Rhea De Aenlle](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/596f8bd34543327c48502500/images/15483679961241-Square (002).jpg)
Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Rhea helped me navigate eSignature regulations and understand what approach we should be taking."
Sulejman S
.
about 3 years ago
![Baruch Gottesman](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/59ce70904543325a1ce6e701/images/150670214573517795969_10154272048901481_1881367768023218481_n (1).jpg)
Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Baruch was great, very kind and professional. He answered all my questions promptly. I would definitely recommend him."
Alin Claudiu F
.
Lewes,
DE,
over 3 years ago
![Kimon Korres](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/5c460e6e245c7d6d7e5e799e/images/1548301508038profile4.jpg)
Consult on Outside General Counsel
"Kimon was great to work with - extremely knowledgable, efficient and responsive. He took the time to understand my business before proceeding and has helped us a lot with getting our current agreements in order. I would definitely be engaging with him again."
Folake E
.
Claymont,
DE,
over 4 years ago
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Stock Purchase Agreement / Safe / Board Approval Minutes
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Zahid S
.
Newark,
DE,
almost 5 years ago
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Revolving Credit Note
"Geoffrey is amazing at what he does. He is prompt and really helpful. I can't recommend him enough!!"
Douglas L
.
Newark,
DE,
almost 5 years ago
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Series Seed Preferred Stock Agreements
"It’s always great to work with Geoffrey."
Utku K
.
San Jose,
CA,
almost 6 years ago
![Geoffrey Amend](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/571591cd269f633f6001592e/images/14610318742101ab9fbf.jpg)
Foreign Entity Qualification
"Thanks! Jeffrey has always been a pleasure to work with!"
Viet N
.
Lewes,
DE,
over 6 years ago
![Eric Leander](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/54c19c762e08b70233a3eff2/images/1600701403086EML (3).jpg)
Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Eric is an amazingly friendly person. Leads you in the right direction and is very interested in growing with you. Also has a wonderful group of folks working with him."
Venky K
.
Fort Lauderdale,
FL,
over 6 years ago
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Update IRS Information
"It's always been a pleasure working with Geoffrey!"
Viet N
.
Lewes,
DE,
almost 7 years ago
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Accredited Investor Opinion
"Geoffrey is a great attorney and a person to work with"
Viet N
.
Lewes,
DE,
almost 7 years ago
![Geoffrey Amend](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/571591cd269f633f6001592e/images/14610318742101ab9fbf.jpg)
Annual Corporate Compliance
"Geoffrey is top notch and very easy to deal with."
Russell G
.
Wilmington,
DE,
about 7 years ago
![Geoffrey Amend](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/571591cd269f633f6001592e/images/14610318742101ab9fbf.jpg)
Shareholder Minutes - Removal of Director
"Terrific work as always. Highly recommended."
Utku K
.
San Jose,
CA,
about 7 years ago
![Mary Hodges](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/55d89d251347417a247e5470/images/1721671968846BJP_0736.jpg)
Stripe Atlas Post Incorporation
"Excellent services. Mary completed the job under a deadline, even though I asked her services during the holidays season. The documents she provided where all excellent."
Konstantinos F
.
Newark,
,
about 8 years ago
![Mary Hodges](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/55d89d251347417a247e5470/images/1721671968846BJP_0736.jpg)
Stripe Post Incorporation Project
"Great job!"
Valery L
.
Newark,
DE,
about 8 years ago
![Joshua Soloway](https://usercdn.upcounsel.com/5762fe244543322a81b52100/images/1696261977573Joshua_Soloway-300x262.jpg)
Stripe Post-Incorporation Package
"Joshua and I started working on a PIP project and his efficiency in completing this is incredible. I have started another project with him and his knowledge of startup laws, investor regulations and funding related documents is immensely helpful. Look forward to having a long term association and would recommend to anyone looking for legal help in startups."
Jagdish R
.
Newark,
,
about 8 years ago
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