Jeff S.

Contract Attorney | Corporate Law | M&A | Trademark & IP | Startup Counsel I’m a business attorney focusing on contracts, corporate law, M&A transactions, trademarks, and intellectual property. I help startups, established companies, and investors protect their interests with precise drafting, practical business advice, and efficient deal execution. What I do... • Contracts & Commercial Agreements – Transactions, master service agreements (MSAs), NDAs, licensing, SaaS, vendor, employment, and more • Corporate Structuring – Formation, shareholder agreements, bylaws, operating agreements, joint ventures • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) – Asset purchases, stock sales, due diligence, letters of intent, purchase agreements • Equity & Financing Documents – Convertible notes, SAFEs, investor agreements, private placements • General Counsel Support – Day-to-day transactional needs for growth companies and entrepreneurs • Trademarks/Brand Management - name reviews, filings, follow-up, licensing My Background... I’m an attorney and accountant and previously served as a professor of finance and law at the University of Southern California, where I taught business law, accounting, and real estate. My combined legal and financial background allows me to negotiate and draft agreements with a clear understanding of how legal terms translate into practical business and financial reality. Clients have saved millions through strategic structuring, risk reduction, and thorough contract negotiation. I’m also an experienced executive in hospitality, entertainment, licensing, and franchising. I’ve worked with global brands including the Rolling Stones, Playboy, Warner Bros., and Penthouse, giving me real-world insight into branding, intellectual property, and large-scale commercial deals. If you're considering starting your own business, my book “You Want To Be An Entrepreneur” (available on Amazon) offers a roadmap for doing it right from day one. Why Clients Work With Me ✔ Precise drafting ✔ Practical business-minded advice ✔ Fast turnaround ✔ Clear explanations ✔ Deep commercial experience ✔ Trusted by startups, executives, investors, and international clients