Our Attorneys

Meet our team of 8 experienced attorneys dedicated to providing strategic legal solutions for your business.

Experienced Legal Excellence

Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in business and corporate law, ensuring comprehensive legal support for your organization.

120+
Years Combined Experience
8
Expert Attorneys
15+
Practice Areas Covered
500+
Clients Represented
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James Sterling

Managing Partner

James started the firm in 2008 after working at a large corporate firm for 12 years. He focuses on helping small businesses navigate contracts and corporate issues without the big firm price tag.

Specializations:

  • • Corporate Law & Governance
  • • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • • Business Formation
  • • Strategic Planning

Education:

J.D., Harvard Law School
B.A., Stanford University

Bar Admissions:

California, New York

MA

Maria Santos

Senior Partner

Maria brings 18 years of expertise in contract law and business transactions. She has successfully negotiated deals worth over $50M and is known for her meticulous attention to detail and strategic thinking.

Specializations:

  • • Contract Law & Negotiation
  • • Business Transactions
  • • Commercial Real Estate
  • • Joint Ventures

Education:

J.D., UCLA School of Law
B.B.A., UC Berkeley

Bar Admissions:

California, Nevada

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Robert Chen

Senior Associate

Robert specializes in securities law and regulatory compliance with 15 years of experience. He has guided numerous companies through IPOs and complex regulatory matters, ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations.

Specializations:

  • • Securities Law
  • • Regulatory Compliance
  • • IPO & Public Offerings
  • • Corporate Finance

Education:

J.D., Columbia Law School
M.B.A., Wharton School

Bar Admissions:

California, New York, Delaware

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Sarah Johnson

Senior Associate

Sarah focuses on employment law and intellectual property with 12 years of experience. She helps companies navigate complex employment issues and protect their valuable intellectual assets through comprehensive legal strategies.

Specializations:

  • • Employment Law
  • • Intellectual Property
  • • HR Compliance
  • • Trade Secrets

Education:

J.D., Georgetown Law
B.S., MIT

Bar Admissions:

California, District of Columbia

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David Williams

Associate

David specializes in business litigation and dispute resolution with 10 years of experience. He has successfully represented clients in complex commercial disputes and has a track record of achieving favorable settlements.

Specializations:

  • • Business Litigation
  • • Commercial Disputes
  • • Contract Disputes
  • • Arbitration & Mediation

Education:

J.D., USC Gould School of Law
B.A., UCLA

Bar Admissions:

California

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Lisa Thompson

Associate

Lisa focuses on tax law and business planning with 8 years of experience. She helps businesses optimize their tax structures and navigate complex tax regulations while ensuring compliance and maximizing efficiency.

Specializations:

  • • Tax Planning & Compliance
  • • Business Structure Planning
  • • International Tax
  • • Tax Dispute Resolution

Education:

J.D./LL.M., NYU School of Law
B.S., University of Pennsylvania

Bar Admissions:

California, New York

MR

Michael Rodriguez

Associate

Michael specializes in corporate transactions and startup law with 7 years of experience. He has helped dozens of startups navigate the legal complexities of business formation, funding, and growth.

Specializations:

  • • Startup & Emerging Companies
  • • Venture Capital Transactions
  • • Corporate Transactions
  • • Technology Law

Education:

J.D., Stanford Law School
B.S., CalTech

Bar Admissions:

California

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Emily Park

Associate

Emily focuses on international business law and cross-border transactions with 6 years of experience. She helps companies expand globally and navigate the complexities of international commerce and regulation.

Specializations:

  • • International Business Law
  • • Cross-Border Transactions
  • • Trade Compliance
  • • Foreign Investment

Education:

J.D., Yale Law School
B.A., Harvard University

Bar Admissions:

California, New York

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