Chris Czaplak

Chris Czaplak

Business Lawyer for Entrepreneurs

San Diego
California
Licensed in
CA, NY, AZ
Washington College of Law, American University
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About
As a client-centric corporate lawyer and entrepreneur, I am deeply committed to prioritizing the success of those I serve. I am a business attorney former Navy JAG with over 15 years of legal experience. I focus on the key legal issues to help entrepreneurs and business owners start, fund, grow, and exit their businesses. This includes business formation, contracts, employment law, IP protection, tax strategies, financing documents and term sheets, as well as trusts and estate. I understand that startups need holistic solutions and a lawyer who sees the bigger picture.

At the heart of my practice is a dedication to fostering meaningful
… read more partnerships with forward-thinking individuals in the business community. I believe in attorney-client partnerships, not just relationships. Witnessing my client's vision become a successful reality is my greatest professional satisfaction.

Please not that I do not handle litigation or other commercial disputes, but am happy to refer you.
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5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines
out of 2 reviews
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

"Chris took the lead to reorganize our company and create the appropriate business entity, developed an equity incentive plan, and drafted all of our employment agreements and service agreements. I'm impressed by his integrity and ability to quickly process and deliver impact for our company."

Corporate Restructuring and Employment Contract Negotiations
Non-UpCounsel Client
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Meets Deadlines

"Chris let our seed round negotiations and drafted all the necessary documents, including the term sheet and convertible notes or a $2,000,000 raise. He was instrumental in getting our company funded. I am impressed with his commitment to his client and the extra mile he will go to help us get what we need."

Tech Startup Seed Round
Non-UpCounsel Client

Work History

SoCal Startup Law

Managing Partner

Jun 2022 - Present

As a well-rounded business law, M&A advisory, and startup law firm, our primary focus centers on sell-side mergers and acquisitions, but our reach extends well beyond this. Our main areas of expertise encompass a wide spectrum, including business formation, corporate oversight, transactional affairs, M&A transactions, labor and employment concerns, and tax considerations

Jun 2022 - Present

Precept Group

Partner

Aug 2020 - Jun 2022

Helping entrepreneurs create and implement efficient and effective legal and financial systems for their companies.

Aug 2020 - Jun 2022

U.S. Navy

Judge Advocate

May 2000 - Aug 2020

Served as a Submarine Officer, then as a lawyer in the Judge Advocate General's Corps.

May 2000 - Aug 2020

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