David Bennett
Business and Intellectual Property Attorney
California
CA
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Client Reviews
""Just starting my business and couldn't have done it without Verhagen Bennett! Very thorough, knowledgeable and helpful. I hope to work with them again and would highly recommend them to anyone seeking legal advice! You guys rock.""
""...David helped me with a Master Service Agreement for my new consulting business. Turnaround time was quick, less than 24 hours. Very easy to work with and clearly a knowledgeable resource. Highly recommend, and will continue to use their services in the future.""
Work History
New Idea Software
Business and Legal Consultant
Apr 2015 - May 2016
- Drafted and maintained corporate documents and records
- Conducted agriculture and UAV market research and analysis
- Maintained company intellectual property portfolio
- Drafted and reviewed: Asset Purchase Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Corporate Bylaws, Distribution Agreements, Employee Handbooks, IP Development Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Shareholder Agreements
PRS for Music
In-House Legal Intern
Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
- Provided legal assistance and conducted research for the in-house departments of the United Kingdom's largest copyright collective.
- Aided in the facilitation of a joint venture among international copyright collection societies by drafting Non-Disclosure Agreements, participating in trademark negotiation, and tailoring Arbitration Agreements.
US Bankruptcy Courts
Judicial Extern
May 2014 - Aug 2014
• Drafted tentative rulings on motions, including: Motions for Default Judgment, Motions to Dismiss, Motions for Sanctions, Motions to Reopen Bankruptcy Case, Motions to Appoint Receiver, Motions for Contempt, Motions to Disgorge Attorney’s Fees.
• Reviewed motions and researched relevant case law and bankruptcy codes for each case.
• Observed bankruptcy hearings and trials.