Neil Fridman

Neil Fridman

Start-Up & VC Attorney

New York
New York
Licensed in
NY
St. John's University School of Law

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About
I enjoy advising companies and identifying solutions to complex business and legal problems. My intimate knowledge of corporate/real estate law, investment banking, and private equity has positioned me to serve as outside general counsel to dozens of startups, middle-market, and enterprise clients over the last decade. I've also provided guidance to several tech companies in their sale to large cap businesses, and have closed some of the largest commercial real estate transactions.

Prior to law practice, I worked in finance for several years as both an investment banker and consultant with a focus on M&A. I enjoy working with founders
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out of 23 reviews
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"Took time to answer all of our questions"

Consult on Business Licenses & Industry Regulations
Posted on Nov 13, 2021
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"Neil went above and beyond for us. He was highly reactive, knowledgeable, and resourceful. And more importantly, he has a lot of empathy. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a lawyer they can trust and ask for advice on a broad range of subjects. I would give more stars if I could!"

Operating Agreement
Posted on Aug 18, 2021
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"Neil continues to be an incredible lawyer who helps us in every step of our start-up journey. I don't know how we could have gotten so buttoned up without him. Thank you to him and his team for their great work!"

Vendor Agreement
Posted on Apr 15, 2021
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"Neil has been absolutely phenomenal for our business. He identified issues and helped us navigate some moments that could have been truly stressful if we hadn't had his counsel. I co-found a start-up and Neil not only provided excellent advice, he set up all our paperwork, and gave us excellent references so we'd have nothing to worry about. We look forward to continuing to work with him and his amazing team!"

Restructure Corporation
Posted on Nov 24, 2020
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"Neil was a pleasure to work with. He was very clear, patient, and helpful for my co-founder and I in thinking about company formation options. We will be reaching out again next time we need support!"

Restructure Corporation
Posted on May 18, 2020
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"Efficient and knowledgeable."

Restructure Corporation
Posted on Jan 8, 2020

Work History

Cloud 9 Online, LLC

Board Advisor

Aug 2020 - Present

Advisor to a high growth startup in the clinical and consumer meditation app space.

Aug 2020 - Present

American Influencer Council, Inc.

Chief Counsel

Jun 2020 - Present

Co-Founder and Chief Counsel to the world's first trade association for social media influencers and content creators.

Jun 2020 - Present

FRIDMAN LAW FIRM PLLC

Managing Member

Jun 2019 - Present

Boutique law firm located in the SoHo area of New York City, focused on effective legal solutions for entrepreneurs and real estate investors/developers. Fridman Law Firm PLLC represents clients from SEED stage to IPO on matters including entity formation, financing, venture funding, commercial contracts, software contracts, employment agreements, and real estate financing and syndication.

Jun 2019 - Present

The Innovation Scout

Strategic Advisor

Apr 2017 - Present

Provide advisory services to a high-tech Artificial Intelligence and SaaS-based platform that connects enterprise clients with tech startups, new technologies, and open IP.

Apr 2017 - Present

Katsky Korins LLP

Corporate and Real Estate Attorney

May 2016 - Sep 2018

I represented mid-sized privately held companies, high net worth entrepreneurs and other clients in a wide array of complex corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, restructurings, and commercial real estate transactions.

Areas of practice included: Venture Capital, Start-ups, Corporate Matters, Commercial Real Estate

May 2016 - Sep 2018

Wachtel Missry LLP

Corporate and Real Estate Attorney

Mar 2014 - Apr 2016

I represented clients including private equity firms, hedge funds, real estate developers, apparel makers and distributors, commercial lenders, and public and privately held companies. I counseled businesses on a broad range of corporate transactions and matters. I was personally responsible for advising private equity clients’ fund raising and purchase of a 50% interest in a mobile phone app.

Mar 2014 - Apr 2016
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