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Mario N.

Mario Naim

237 reviews
Mario's firm focuses on serving growth companies throughout the venture capital life cycle from startups to public companies. The firm provides services related to business law, specifically corporate, securities, business combinations and commercial transactions. He has also helped foreign clients in the acquisitions of businesses in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and South America.
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Richard G.

Richard Gora

200 reviews
Looking for an attorney with experience? Richard Gora is the exact attorney you want. Having defended over 100 cases both in state and federal courts and working with clients from around the globe, Richard has an array of different experiences. His services are wide-ranging and include business litigation, securities litigations, employment litigation, and business counsel. Prior to founding Gora LLC, he worked for Finn, Dixon & Herling LLP for eight years.
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Michael W.

Michael Wieser

166 reviews
I am dedicated to working with startup entrepreneurs and early stage growth companies to provide legal stability and scalability for growing enterprises. What sets me apart... read more
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Grant M.

Grant Maynard

128 reviews
Grant represents high-growth companies in all aspects of formation, financing, and intellectual property issues. He has previously done general corporate, intellectual, and real estate work at Nebraska's oldest law firm before transitioning to a more virtual lifestyle. As an entrepreneur himself, he understands the need to balance legal and business interests.
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Baruch G.

Baruch Gottesman

122 reviews
Baruch Gottesman is a corporate attorney with over a decade of experience. He is licensed to practice law in both New Jersey and New York. Baruch obtained his J.D. degree in law from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University. He is skilled in providing legal assistance to startup companies, with exceptional experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts. Baruch founded his own law firm in January 2010.
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Bob S.

Bob Schrader, Esq.

98 reviews
Bob Schrader is an attorney at law who has been practicing law for over three decades. He has been licensed to practice law in Florida. Bob received his J.D. in law from the Nova Southeastern University – Shepard Broad Law Center. He primarily specializes in assisting small businesses and startups with their legal matters. Bob also specializes in immigration law. He founded his own legal firm in June 2007.
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Jon B.

Jon Bourne

36 reviews
Experienced on-demand general counsel for small to mid-size companies not yet ready for full-time general counsel. Proven ability to provide pragmatic advice in plain Engli... read more
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Daniel W.

Daniel Weberman

36 reviews
I am an experienced New York Attorney pleased to offer my services to clients who are seeking assistance with startup consulting and/or business related legal work. My expe... read more
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Ken E.

Ken Emanuelson

11 reviews
Over 20 years of experience securing, prosecuting and asserting his clients’ intellectual property rights. Specializing in a wide variety of intellectual property assets... read more
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Michael A.

Michael Ansell

7 reviews
Founder and managing member of NextGen Counsel LLC, regularly counseling businesses and having conducted numerous jury and bench trials, arbitrations, and administrative he... read more
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Atlanta Securities Lawyers

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This is the most recent 13 reviews for Securities & Finance attorneys in Georgia

Stacy Dees
5.0
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Stacy Dees

"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."

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Peachtree City, GA,

Andrew Kussmaul
5.0
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Andrew Kussmaul

"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."

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William Barlow
5.0
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Other Securities & Finance Matter

William Barlow

"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!"

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Atlanta, GA,

Carlos Colon-Machargo
4.5
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Other Securities & Finance Matter

Carlos Colon-Machargo

"Thanks for the help!"

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Marietta, GA,

Grant Maynard
5.0
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Grant Maynard

"Fast, reliable and exactly as promised."

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Atlanta, GA,

Jarrett Silver
5.0
Clear Communication
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Meets Deadlines

Assist with SAFE Document

Jarrett Silver

"Great service"

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Auburn, GA,

Carlos Colon-Machargo
5.0
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Carlos Colon-Machargo

"Prompt, professional and very knowledgeable."

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Cumming, GA,

Jo Ann Jorge
5.0
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Jo Ann Jorge

"Responsive and made herself available to help throughout our process!"

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Atlanta, GA,

Jarrett Silver
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Subscription Agreement

Jarrett Silver

"Jarrett came through in a pinch and helped guide me through a process that was way over my head."

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Alpharetta, GA,

Carlos Colon-Machargo
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Draft Stock Purchase Agreement

Carlos Colon-Machargo

"He is AWESOME."

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Milledgeville, GA,

Richard Gora
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
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Securities Regulations Services

Richard Gora

"Richard was very responsive and communicated promptly."

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Dawsonville, GA,

Eric Kirkland
4.5
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Advise on Equity Financing

Eric Kirkland

"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."

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Kennesaw, GA,

Eric Leander
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

SEC/Property Investment Assistance

Eric Leander

"Eric was a great help and I most definitely use him again"

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Rossville, GA,

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