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Seth Wiener
Richard Gora
Michael Wieser
Grant Maynard
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Baruch Gottesman
Jason Head
Stacy Dees
Ken Emanuelson
David Kolodny
Jarad Dickinson
Atlanta Securities Lawyers
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This is the most recent 13 reviews for Securities & Finance attorneys in Georgia
Draft Subscription Agreement
"I'm a small business negotiating a SaaS contract with a Fortune 100 Company, and they require use of their master contract as a base. Stacy did an amazing job with reviews and redlines to make it a more balanced agreement. I was impressed with her fluency on SaaS topics and making appropriate industry standard recommendations. She also caught several things that I did not notice in the contract that could have been harmful to my business long term."
Matt M
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Peachtree City,
GA,
over 2 years ago
Assist with Equity Financing
"Flawless in the communication and execution. If you are startup looking for a knowledgeable and trusted advisor, look no more. Andrew went the extra mile on assisting us close in a record time our investment round with our accelerator although it required converting from LLC to Incorporation and clearing some past due we had with Delaware Sec. of State. I would 100% recommend him to any local (US) or foreign (out of US) founder."
Mike D
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about 3 years ago
Other Securities & Finance Matter
"We've utilized Bill's services for multiple projects and trust his work and sage counsel. He is timely and extremely responsive. Wouldn't hesitate hiring Bill for any of your legal needs!"
Adam L
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Atlanta,
GA,
about 4 years ago
Other Securities & Finance Matter
"Thanks for the help!"
Tyler B
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Marietta,
GA,
over 4 years ago
Assist with SAFE Document
"Fast, reliable and exactly as promised."
Anders L
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Atlanta,
GA,
almost 5 years ago
Assist with SAFE Document
"Great service"
Michael R
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Auburn,
GA,
over 5 years ago
Draft Stock Purchase Agreement
"Prompt, professional and very knowledgeable."
Richard M
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Cumming,
GA,
almost 6 years ago
Assist with Seed Financing
"Responsive and made herself available to help throughout our process!"
Munir T
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Atlanta,
GA,
about 6 years ago
Subscription Agreement
"Jarrett came through in a pinch and helped guide me through a process that was way over my head."
Bill W
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Alpharetta,
GA,
over 6 years ago
Draft Stock Purchase Agreement
"He is AWESOME."
Joshua F
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Milledgeville,
GA,
over 7 years ago
Securities Regulations Services
"Richard was very responsive and communicated promptly."
Saiful K
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Dawsonville,
GA,
almost 8 years ago
Advise on Equity Financing
"Eric is knowledgeable, practical, and makes the legal aspect of business less dense. I appreciate the fact that he is an entrepreneur and was willing to answer questions not necessarily relevant to the immediate job and go above and beyond."
Sebastien B
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Kennesaw,
GA,
over 8 years ago
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SEC/Property Investment Assistance
"Eric was a great help and I most definitely use him again"
Debra M
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Rossville,
GA,
about 10 years ago
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