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Steven S.

Steven Stark

583 reviews
For over 30 years, Steven Stark has offered counsel to non-profit organizations and private companies. He has a passion for helping small businesses in particular since he himself started several businesses of his own in New York and Florida. He understands the importance of small businesses having a reliable attorney to advise them about legal matters from their inception.
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Jake S.

Jake Siciliano

275 reviews
Jake graduated from Thomas Jefferson School of Law where he focused on international trademark and corporate law. As of 2022, he has obtained his L.L.M. in Financial Compli... read more
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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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Erin H.

Erin Hudson

50 reviews
Erin graduated magna cum law from Baylor Law School, clerked for a federal judge, cut her teeth at an AmLaw 200 firm, and spent over a decade representing businesses in com... read more
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Darryl S.

Darryl Shaper

17 reviews
My mission is to help small businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals get legal services for fair and reasonable prices. Wherever possible, I offer flat/fixed fees rather t... 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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Dean E.

Dean Elazab

4 reviews
Dean guides startups nation-wide through the complex landscape of high-stakes financing and corporate transactions, offering strategic and economic insights to drive their ... read more
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Paul S.

Paul Serafy

3 reviews
At Origo Works, my strategic leadership as Managing Director and General Counsel has been pivotal in navigating complex legal landscapes and fostering innovative real estat... read more
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Jarad D.

Jarad Dickinson

I am currently an owner and principal at my own firm which was started in 2008 by David Dickinson, I started at that time as a clerk, and then became an associate attorney ... read more
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Robert H.

Robert Hawkins

2 reviews
10+ year, TX-licensed attorney who has worked at big law firms, mid-sized law firms, and in-house. I maintain a general corporate practice with a focus on M&A, equity r...
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Ali Shalchi
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Ali Shalchi

"Thank you for your help!"

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Dallas, TX,

John Allen Waldrop
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John Allen Waldrop

"I had the pleasure of working with John Allen Waldrop during the recent sale of our business listing. His expertise and professionalism were evident from our very first interaction. John's deep understanding of the business landscape and his strategic approach to the sale process were instrumental in achieving a successful outcome. I highly recommend John Allen Waldrop to anyone considering selling their business. His knowledge, professionalism, and dedication are truly exceptional."

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Houston, TX,

Mario Milano
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Mario Milano

"Working with Mario was a great experience. He is efficient and professional. My project had many delays and Mario was always there willing to help and was very patient. Highly recommend!"

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Austin, TX,

Charlton Messer
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Charlton Messer

"Charlton came through very quickly with an urgent request. He's easy to talk to, knowledgable and willing to help!"

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Magnolia, TX,

Dean Sage
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Dean Sage

"Dean helped us prepare and obtain our 501(c)3 approval with the IRS. His knowledge, dedication, and patience with us was exemplary, and the process went off without complication. I cannot express how much of a help Dean was to us. He was always clear, communicative, and transparent through every step of the process. Cannot recommend him more highly."

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Houston, TX,

Jon Bourne
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Jon Bourne

"Jon has been very responsive and knowledgeable. He helped me understand several nuances that I was not aware of."

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Austin, TX,

Jason Head
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Jason Head

"He has a incredible wealth of information, things I'd never encountered before, and he wove the best into my project."

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Kingsland, TX,

Chelsie Campbell
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Chelsie Campbell

"Very helpful, professional, and knowledgeable."

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Austin, TX,

Todd Hudgins
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Todd Hudgins

"Was a pleasure to work with"

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Kingsbury, TX,

Sonrisa Lewis, Esq.
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Sonrisa Lewis, Esq.

"She is very prompt and clearly states what your options are when you contact her. I would certainly use her again."

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Alpine, TX,

Joslyn Smith
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Joslyn Smith

"Joslyn provided excellent service and advice. We would recommend her services and would use her in the future."

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Aubrey, TX,

David Yamaguchi
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David Yamaguchi

"Great job and a pleasure to work with!"

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Austin, TX,

Craig Choate
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Craig Choate

"Working with Craig was a delight. He has a charming personality and made laugh. He will find the lowest cost option for your business’s legal needs. I had him draft operating agreements for two LLCs which readily did in a moment’s notice. I will be using him for all of my legal needs going forward."

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Chicago, IL,

Erin Hudson
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Erin Hudson

"Erin was so great to work with! I had never worked with an attorney and she was so approachable and down to Earth. We had a great conversation for her figure out my needs and didn’t try to talk me into doing anything extra. I look forward to working with her in the future!"

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Fort Worth, TX,

Andrew Kussmaul
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Andrew Kussmaul

"Prompt and knowledgeable. Good attention to detail and clear communication."

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Melissa, TX,

Jake Siciliano
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Jake Siciliano

"Awesome communication and super fast service."

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San Angelo, TX,

Mary Hodges
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Mary Hodges

"A+++"

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Corpus Christi, TX,

Lauri Donahue
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Lauri Donahue

"Wonderful to deal with and look forward to working again together."

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Frisco, TX,

Wayne Bailey
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Wayne Bailey

"Great Job"

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Cypress, TX,

Michael S Melfi
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Michael S Melfi

"Very responsive and quick turnaround. Michael was knowledgeable about the various incorporation and foreign entity questions I had as an early-stage C-corp."

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Houston, TX,

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