Chad Starkey

Chad Starkey

Attorney at Law

Los Altos
California
Licensed in
CA
Pepperdine University School of Law

"Super professional and fast. Highly recommended!"

4.9 5
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines
out of 56 reviews
About
CES Legal Services provides the highest quality yet affordable legal and strategic business services for all early stage businesses. We pride ourselves not only on the quality of our services but on the speed in which we provide them – a speed that matches the furious pace of today’s start-up environment. We can be your dedicated virtual in-house counsel until such time that you grow to a point where you need a full-time attorney on staff. Or, we can provide project-based assistance to solve your company’s pressing needs.

CES was founded by Chad Starkey who has over 15 years experience representing companies ranging from Fortune 500… read more companies to 1 man shops working out of their garage.
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Representative Clients

Practice Areas

Main Areas of Focus
Commercial Contracts
Commercial Contracts
  • Affiliate Agreement
  • Business Consulting Agreement
  • Distribution Agreement
  • Equipment Lease
  • Licensing Agreement
  • Lien
  • Loan Agreement
  • Manufacturing Agreement
  • Marketing Agreement
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement (Commercial)
  • Privacy Policy
  • Profit Share Agreement
  • Publishing Agreement
  • Release of Liability
  • SaaS Agreement
  • Sales Agreement
  • Service Agreement
  • Terms of Service
  • User Agreement
  • Other Commercial Contract Matter
Outside General Counsel
Outside General Counsel
  • Outside General Counsel
Business Formation & Structure
Business Formation & Structure
  • Advisory Agreement
  • Business Licenses & Industry Regulations
  • Buyout Agreement
  • Bylaws
  • Corporate Dissolution
  • Corporate Formation
  • Corporate Restructure
  • Delaware Incorporation
  • Founders Agreement
  • Franchise Agreement
  • Franchise Disclosure Document
  • Franchise Formation
  • Joint Venture Formation
  • LLC
  • Operating Agreement
  • Partnership Formation
  • Shareholder Agreement
  • Other Business Formation Matter
Other Practice Areas
Labor & Employment
Labor & Employment
  • Benefits & Compensation
  • Contractor Agreement
  • Contractor Termination
  • Employee Handbook
  • Employee Stock Option Plan
  • Employee Termination
  • Employment Agreement
  • Employment Policies & Procedures
  • Equity Compensation
  • Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement
  • Labor Litigation
  • Non-Compete Agreement
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement (Employment)
  • Severance Agreement
  • Worker's Compensation Claims
  • Workplace Harassment & Discrimination Claims
  • Other Labor & Employment Matter
Lawsuits & Disputes
Lawsuits & Disputes
  • Appellate Litigation
  • Breach of Contract
  • Cease & Desist Letter
  • Demand Letter
  • Mediation
  • Product Liability
  • Settlement Agreement
  • Other Lawsuits & Disputes Matter
Mergers & Acquisitions
Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Asset Purchase
  • Asset Purchase Agreement
  • Merger
  • Reverse Merger
  • Spin-offs
  • Stock Purchase
  • Other Mergers & Acquisitions Matter
Non-Profit
Non-Profit
  • 501(c) or 501(c)3 Compliance
  • Non-Profit Formation
  • Non-Profit Fundraising
  • Other Non-Profit Matter
Securities & Finance
Securities & Finance
  • Commercial Loan
  • Convertible Note
  • Fund Formation
  • SAFE Document
  • SEC Documents
  • Securities Regulations
  • Seed Financing
  • Series Financing
  • Stock Purchase Agreement
  • Subscription Agreement
  • Term Sheet
  • Other Securities & Finance Matter
Trademarks & Copyrights
Trademarks & Copyrights
  • Copyright Infringement
  • Copyright Registration
  • Response to USPTO Office Action (Trademark)
  • Trademark Infringement
  • Trademark Registration
  • Trademark Search
  • Other Trademark & Copyright Matter

Client Reviews

4.9
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines
out of 56 reviews
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

"Chad has been working with Fit Pay to manage our service agreements, as well as other client and partner facing contracts. He provides experienced counsel and advice related to many of our commercial dealings. Unlike most of the big firms, Chad understands the start-up work pace and need for urgency while delivering his work product at a fraction of the cost without sacrificing any quality. I would recommend his legal services to any company looking for help with corporate or commercial law issues. Mike Orlando, CEO of Fit Pay, Inc."

Great Commercial Law Support At Reasonable Rates
Non-UpCounsel Client
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

"Chad is a fabulous guy to have on your team. Nothing is too much trouble and he always followed through on time and with an incredibly positive, upbeat attitude. He's great! Maya Bogle, Co-Founder of Talenthouse"

General Counsel for Talenthouse
Non-UpCounsel Client
Previous

Work History

CES Legal Services

Principal

May 2017 - Present

CES Legal Services provides the highest quality yet affordable legal and strategic business services for all early stage businesses. We pride ourselves not only on the quality of our services but on the speed in which we provide them – a speed that matches the furious pace of today’s start-up environment.

May 2017 - Present

Jumio

Legal Advisor

Dec 2015 - Feb 2016

Helping to continue Jumio's forward momentum as I take time off from the grind to be with my family and explore new opportunities.

Dec 2015 - Feb 2016

Jumio

General Counsel

May 2010 - Nov 2015

All things legal at an emerging SaaS company in Silicon Valley.

May 2010 - Nov 2015

Talenthouse

General Counsel

May 2009 - May 2010

All things legal for a start-up social engagement site for artists and creatives. Also lead HR and managed Finance.

May 2009 - May 2010

AMEC

Senior Counsel

Jun 2008 - Jan 2009

Negotiated complex commercial deals for company based in Shanghai, China.

Jun 2008 - Jan 2009

Bay Area Law Firms

Commercial Counsel

Jun 1999 - May 2008

Associate and Senior Counsel for two boutique law firms starting commercial groups in Silicon Valley. Representative clients include major biotechnology companies, major custom hardware manufacturer, several Bay Area construction companies, myriad start-up companies and automobile manufacturers.

Jun 1999 - May 2008

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