NIMBLE. CREATIVE. LOCAL.

Lean, practical counsel for startups, business owners, entrepreneurs.

A Friendly & Approachable Business Startup Attorney

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, first-time small business owner, or Oregon startup founder with a vision and a laundry list of questions, you've come to the right place. We'll help bring your ideas to life.

Core Business & Startup Services

Business Formation

We’ve helped incorporate hundreds of startups, and have seen all the classic pitfalls and mistakes. We’re here to help you avoid them and structure your new Oregon company for success, starting from day 1.

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Corporate Transactions

We want to form long-term relationships, which means being available as your day-to-day counsel. Whether advising on strategic shareholder matters, issuing equity, or drafting contracts, we’re a partner you can count on for operational needs.

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Outside General Counsel

We offer startups and small businesses the substantive benefits of a full-time in-house counsel at a fraction of the cost through our part-time outside general counsel arrangements.

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Buy or Sell a Business

From buying an operating business to evaluating your options for ownership transfer as part of a succession plan, we'll guide you through each step of the process.

Business Transition Services

How we Can Help

Joe is an experienced Portland business lawyer who can help you start an Oregon company, sell your business, file a trademark application, raise capital, draft, review & negotiate contracts for your startup or small business, and much more.