Wilmington Startup Attorneys & Lawyers
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Matthew Roazen
Sonrisa Lewis, Esq.
Aaron Harburg
David Holloway
William Thomas
Bryan Tuk
Emily Duke
Abraham Kwon
Patrick Bello
John Allen Eakins
Wilmington Startup Lawyers
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 33 reviews for Business Operations attorneys in Delaware
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"It was a pleasure working with Daniel. He was timely, responsive, and patient with the government bureaucracy that we had to deal with. Highly recommend!"
Vincent S
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New York,
NY,
3 months ago
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"Working with Alex has been a fantastic experience. He was professional, responsive, and efficient. His approachable demeanor made communication effortless. We trust Alex as a reliable partner for all our future legal needs and truly value his expertise and support."
Laurence W
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Claymont,
DE,
over 1 year ago
Consult on Outside General Counsel
"Lara was personable, honest and to the point. It was a pleasure working with her, and I would hire her again for future needs."
Michelle D
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Lewes,
DE,
about 2 years ago
Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Very pleasant experience. I hope to work with Neil again in the future."
Sam B
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Dover,
DE,
over 3 years ago
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"Michael was very helpful with the incorporation of my startup and with processing other related legal documents. He also connected me with other credible lawyers for completing other legal tasks such as trademarking. His knowledge of and insight on the startup ecosystem and legal space was helpful throughout this process."
Maria C
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Brooklyn,
NY,
almost 4 years ago
Founding stage fin-tech/sustainability startup general counsel, incorporation and key documentation
"Solid general counsel on corporate formation and shareholding matters. Robert is knowledgeable and has good commercial awareness."
Anna R
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New York,
NY,
almost 4 years ago
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Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Rhea helped me navigate eSignature regulations and understand what approach we should be taking."
Sulejman S
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almost 4 years ago
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Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Baruch was great, very kind and professional. He answered all my questions promptly. I would definitely recommend him."
Alin Claudiu F
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Lewes,
DE,
over 4 years ago
Consult on Outside General Counsel
"Kimon was great to work with - extremely knowledgable, efficient and responsive. He took the time to understand my business before proceeding and has helped us a lot with getting our current agreements in order. I would definitely be engaging with him again."
Folake E
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Claymont,
DE,
about 5 years ago
Stock Purchase Agreement / Safe / Board Approval Minutes
"A trustworthy advisor with a quick response all the time. Recommended!"
Zahid S
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Newark,
DE,
over 5 years ago
Revolving Credit Note
"Geoffrey is amazing at what he does. He is prompt and really helpful. I can't recommend him enough!!"
Douglas L
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Newark,
DE,
over 5 years ago
Series Seed Preferred Stock Agreements
"It’s always great to work with Geoffrey."
Utku K
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San Jose,
CA,
over 6 years ago
Foreign Entity Qualification
"Thanks! Jeffrey has always been a pleasure to work with!"
Viet N
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Lewes,
DE,
over 7 years ago
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Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Eric is an amazingly friendly person. Leads you in the right direction and is very interested in growing with you. Also has a wonderful group of folks working with him."
Venky K
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Fort Lauderdale,
FL,
over 7 years ago
Update IRS Information
"It's always been a pleasure working with Geoffrey!"
Viet N
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Lewes,
DE,
over 7 years ago
Accredited Investor Opinion
"Geoffrey is a great attorney and a person to work with"
Viet N
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Lewes,
DE,
almost 8 years ago
Annual Corporate Compliance
"Geoffrey is top notch and very easy to deal with."
Russell G
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Wilmington,
DE,
almost 8 years ago
Shareholder Minutes - Removal of Director
"Terrific work as always. Highly recommended."
Utku K
.
San Jose,
CA,
almost 8 years ago
Stripe Atlas Post Incorporation
"Excellent services. Mary completed the job under a deadline, even though I asked her services during the holidays season. The documents she provided where all excellent."
Konstantinos F
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Newark,
,
almost 9 years ago
Stripe Post Incorporation Project
"Great job!"
Valery L
.
Newark,
DE,
almost 9 years ago
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