The Sterling Firm will handle the legal issues so you succeed in business!
We’ll handle the legal disciplines so you can run your business.
Our General Counsel Services Allow You To Successfully Run Your Business!
GENERAL COUNSEL PACKAGES
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BASIC
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$99.99month
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Weekly 15-20 Min.Confidential Legal Consultations
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Dedicated Licensed Attorney
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Free Access To Online Products
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Contract Drafting
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Attorney Drafted Documents @ Upfront Fixed Fees
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Business & Legal Counsel
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Business Development
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Document Review
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Monthly Contract Review & Annotation
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Contract & Legal Document Drafting Credit
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Drafting Credit Rollover
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Premium Fixed Fees
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Litigation Retainers
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PROFESSIONAL
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$199.99month
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Weekly 20-30 Min.Confidential Legal Consultations
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Dedicated Licensed Attorney
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Free Access To Online Products
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Contract Drafting
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Attorney Drafted Documents @ Upfront Fixed Fees
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Business & Legal Counsel
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Business Development
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Document Review
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Up To 10 PagesMonthly Contract Review & Annotation
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Contract & Legal Document Drafting Credit
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Drafting Credit Rollover
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Premium Fixed Fees
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Litigation Retainers
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PREMIUM
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$299.99month
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Weekly 30-45 Min.Confidential Legal Consultations
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Dedicated Licensed Attorney
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Free Access To Online Products
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Contract Drafting
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Attorney Drafted Documents @ Upfront Fixed Fees
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Business & Legal Counsel
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Business Development
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Document Review
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Up To 15 PagesMonthly Contract Review & Annotation
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$50 Per MonthContract & Legal Document Drafting Credit
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6 MonthDrafting Credit Rollover
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Up To 20-25% OffPremium Fixed Fees
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Discounted RateLitigation Retainers
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COMPLEX
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$1,495.00month
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Daily or As NeededConfidential Legal Consultations
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Dedicated Licensed Attorney
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Free Access To Online Products
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Contract Drafting
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Attorney Drafted Documents @ Upfront Fixed Fees
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Business & Legal Counsel
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Business Development
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Document Review
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Up To 50 PagesMonthly Contract Review & Annotation
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$100 Per MonthContract & Legal Document Drafting Credit
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1 YearDrafting Credit Rollover
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30% OffPremium Fixed Fees
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Premium Discounted RateLitigation Retainers
FIXED FEE LEGAL SERVICES
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Starting at $2,500.00-$5,000.00* - Includes assistance with content review, preparation of table of annotations, counsel regarding legal issues, drafting of legal opinion correspondence submitted under firm letterhead, including legal arguments and evaluation regarding chain of title, copyright, trademark, fair use, defamation, privacy rights, and publicity rights. Contact information for recipient to be provided by client. Entangling subsequent correspondence to be negotiated based on estimated time and expense. |
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$500 Fee + Filing Costs* - Basic standard business licenses *Starting amount based on anticipated workload and preparation; More complex business licenses may start at $10,000 or more. You will need a license to operate your business legally within your locality. The type of business license will depend on the industry and jurisdiction. You may need a business license in multiple state jurisdictions, and also the federal or local jurisdictions. |
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Starting at $500.00* - Business plans help you run your business. A good business plan guides you through each stage of starting and managing your business. You'll use your business plan as a roadmap for how to structure, run, and grow your new business! Work with a Lawyer to get your Business Plan drafted! First, we will conduct a comprehensive industry-specific SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). For more complex business structures, additional fees will apply. **Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses |
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$65.00 per page* - Contract review with comments and annotations. Consultation with client included. (Office policy minimum $500.00) |
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$1,500.00 - $5,000.00* - Examples include Non-Disclosure Agreements, Work-For-Hire Agreements, Rights Agreements, Life Story Rights, Website Terms of Use, Collaborative Agreements, Employment Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Investment Agreements, Management Agreements, Talent Agreements, Production Agreements, Service Agreements, Distribution Agreements, Shareholder Agreements. Contract negotiations depend on the matter since we cannot control the time required dealing with opposing parties and counsel. *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses |
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$400.00 (does not include U.S. Copyright Office registration filing fees) for the first application; $250.00 for each additional application filed simultaneously. If the material is a screenplay, treatment or synopsis, then for an additional $75.00 we will also register with the Writer’s Guild of America. |
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$2,500.00 - $5,000.00 *starting costs. Includes voluntary and involuntary dissolution. Consists of Petition for Court Supervision, Certificate of Dissolution, Petition for Order Declaring Corporation Wound Up & Dissolved, Involuntary Dissolution Actions by Shareholders & Creditors, Court Appointment of Provisional Directors & Receiver, Notice of Dissolution, Buy-Out Purchase of Shares, Offer In Compromise or Installments, Corporate Debts, Liquidation of Assets, Bulk Sales, Distribution of Assets of Shareholders, among other legal procedures. *Increased costs for complexity and entanglement. |
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$200 Fee + Filing Costs - Standard corporate filings, i.e. Statement of Information, Corporate Amendment, Form SS-4, Entity Registration, etc. *Fee for more complex filings to be negotiated based on anticipated workload and necessary preparation |
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$1,250.00 - Articles of Incorporation, EIN Number, Standard By Laws, and Initial Minutes. S-Corp filings add $100.00. This fee does not include more complex matters (i.e., Complex Bylaws, Shareholder or Investor Agreements). |
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$500.00 base fee for first hour + $350/hr for each additional hour - Includes legal representation for Court Appearances, Mediations, Arbitrations, and other Legal Proceedings. Does not include cost for preparing briefs or other legal documents. Inclusive of "wait time" for the matter to be heard. Cost for travel also required. |
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Starting at $5,000.00* - The E-2 visa allows a citizen of a foreign country to enter the United States to finance and manage a business. The E2 visa is a non-immigrant visa for investors, entrepreneurs, and people looking to run a business in the United States. With an E2 visa, you can start a US business or invest in a US business and work for that business. *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses |
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$500 Prioritization Fee + Hourly Fee - *Prioritization fee may vary depending on circumstances, necessity, and urgency, client’s needs, and the anticipated workload and expenses. For all General Counsel Service Processing Times please allow 5 to 10 business days for standard delivery of services. Expedited & prioritized services may be provided for additional fees. Prioritized service fee to be negotiated for 2-Business-Day, Next Day or Saturday delivery of services. |
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$500 Fee + Filing Costs - Fictitious business name statements, which are also referred to as DBAs ("Doing Business As"), generally must be filed with the jurisdiction's Registrar-Recorder County Clerk's Office. |
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Starting at $10,000.00, itemized as: $5,000.00 to draft Franchise Agreement & $5,000.00 to draft Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) & additional costs for documents as needed* (such as Company Operation Manual and other corporate documents) *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses |
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Starting at $10,000.00, itemized as: $5,000.00 to draft Franchise Agreement & $5,000.00 to draft Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) & additional costs for documents as needed* (such as Company Operation Manual and other corporate documents) *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses |
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Starting at $750.00 for basic Independent Contractor Agreement. More complex matters may range from $5,000.00-$10,000.00. |
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Starting at $750.00* - A legal cease and desist letter is a document sent to an individual or business to stop allegedly illegal activity ("cease") and to not continue the wrongful conduct in the future ("desist"). The cease and desist letter may notify the recipient that if the specified conduct continues, or if certain actions are not complied, by certain deadlines, the recipient may face legal action. *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00* - Legal Demand Letters and Correspondence is a formal request for a party to respond in a certain manner. Generally, there is a communication that litigation may ensue. Such correspondence is critical as it may be considered a confidential settlement communication or may serve as evidence in any legal proceeding to support the issue of notice. A compelling demand letter gives you an opportunity to negotiate a settlement without the need for lengthy and expensive litigation. We analyze and extract case-pertinent information from records to create a demand letter supporting damages and liabilities. We save you time and money. *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload, necessary legal entanglement, negotiations, and expenses |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00* - A Legal Response may be a correspondence from an attorney in response to a legal demand from another party. *Starting amount is to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload, necessary legal entanglement, negotiations, and expenses. |
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$1,250.00 - Articles of Organization, EIN Number, Standard Operating Agreement, and Initial Statement of Information. This fee does not include more complex matters (i.e., Complex Operating Agreements, Investor Agreements, Escrow Account Setup). |
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Starting at $2,500.00-$5,000.00* - M&A structure is the method that is used to acquire another business. There are three basic structures: (1) Asset Acquisition: the buyer buys the assets of the business; (2) Stock Purchase: the buyer buys the stock of the business; and (3) Merger: the buyer merges or “combines” with the business. *Starting amount is to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload, necessary legal entanglement, negotiations, and expenses. Generally, it may cost $5,000.00-$10,000.00 for selling a small retail establishment, restaurant or bar in a major US legal market, to $10,000.00-$40,000.00 for a small startup business with a few investors and employees, to $100,000.00-$200,000.00 for a late stage startup business buying another. For more complex matters, a specific written attorney-client agreement with a negotiated attorney fee is required. |
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Starting at $750.00 for basic Non-Compete Agreement. More complex matters may range from $5,000.00-$10,000.00. A Non-Complete Agreement is a contract which prohibits a party from entering into a market in competition with the other party. The Non-Compete Agreement must be carefully drafted to be enforceable and not be considered an unreasonable restraint on trade. |
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Starting at $750.00 for basic Non Disclosure Agreement. More complex matters may range from $5,000.00-$10,000.00. An NDA is a contract by which one or more parties agree not to disclose confidential information that they have shared with each other as a necessary part of doing business together. |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00* - An offer in compromise is a legal correspondence that allows you to settle a claim or debt for less than the full amount owed. *Starting amount is to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload, necessary legal entanglement, negotiations, and expenses. |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00* - The pleadings are the formal allegations by the parties of their respective claims and defenses, for the Judgment of the Court. Pleadings consist of complaints, answers, requests, motions, notices, proposed orders, discovery requests and responses, petitions, stipulations, decrees, public entity claims notices, and other legal documents to be filed with the Court. *Amount is to be determined based the legal significance of the matter and on client’s needs and the anticipated workload, necessary legal entanglement, negotiations, and expenses. Generally, more critical documents may start at $5,000.00 |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00 - Privacy Policies provide guidelines on how the personal information of customers or employees is protected and maintained. Privacy Policies are often required by law or regulation. It provides notice as to what type of data is collected, and how that data is used. |
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$5,000.00 - $10,000.00. The fee is $5,000.00 for projects already structured in a legal entity, and have a comprehensive business plan that can be used to create the PPM. The PPM includes necessary legal disclaimers and subscription documents. The fee increases with the need for additional services, including entity formation, interviews of company management regarding the project’s vision, mission, and capital structure (amount of money to be raised, valuation, share structure, etc.); and facilitating regulatory filings (SEC Form D, all appropriate State-by-State Blue Sky Filings). |
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Starting at $2,500.00-$5,000.00* - Includes civil and domestic restraining orders. Restraining orders are legal orders issued by the court to refrain from certain activity. Restraining orders are sought by plaintiffs in different legal matters for which the plaintiff wishes to prevent the defendant from doing something that he or she has threatened. *Starting amount to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload and expenses. |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00* - A Legal Settlement Offer is a formal request to resolve a legal dispute. Generally, there is a legal argument presented and a reasonable calculation of damages. Such correspondence is critical as it is considered a confidential settlement communication. *Additional fee up to $5,000.00 to be included if pleading drafts are required. Contingency arrangement may be appropriate. However, starting amount is to be determined based on client’s needs and the anticipated workload, necessary legal entanglement, negotiations, and expenses |
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Starting at $375.00* - Includes assistance with package preparation, counsel, and submission under firm letterhead, in addition to subsequent follow up correspondence. Contact information to be provided by client. Many legal rights, warranties, representations, and obligations are imposed when submitting materials for consideration. It is important for the submittor to provide the materials under cover letter by an attorney. The recipient may require the submission be made by the submittor's legal counsel so as to protect them from any allegations of infringement and misappropriation. It is also important for the submittor to use an attorney in order to protect all rights in the material. Additional Fee for entangling subsequent correspondence to be negotiated based on estimated time and expense. |
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$1,500.00 (excludes USPTO filing fees) for the first class; $900.00 (excludes USPTO filing fees) for each additional class applied for simultaneously. The fee includes: preliminary mark search and attorney opinion letter, application and routine maintenance until completion (i.e., procedural office action). Substantive Office Actions, Amendments, Appeals, Extensions, and International Applications are additional charges and require separate attorney-client agreements. State Trademark Registration also requires additional service fees and government filing fees. |
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Starting at $1,250.00-$2,500.00 - “Terms of Service” (sometimes called “Terms of Use” or “Terms and Conditions”) is a way for you to set up rules and regulations for visitors using your website. It also provides legal protections by limiting liability. |
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GENERAL COUNSEL SERVICES
100% Privileged & Confidential
Communications are 100% privileged and confidential, and legally protected! Not even a court can force the disclosure of your communications with your business lawyer!
Fully Licensed By State Bar
The Sterling Firm is a professional law corporation registered with the State Bar. You will speak with an experienced Lawyer licensed and regulated by the State Bar.
Legal Services Without Expensive Fees
You will have a lawyer available to schedule your consultations. You will not be billed expensive hourly fees with our general counsel services!
Human Relations & Crisis Management
The Sterling Firm is experienced in providing valuable legal counsel during the most disruptive and unexpected events that may threaten your business.
Contract Review By Experienced Lawyer
Whenever you have a business contract, you need to know what you are going to sign! With our general counsel services, we will advise you on all the terms of the deal!
Legal Document Drafting For All Your Business Needs
Whenever you need a contract drafted, we will give an upfront, fixed-fee quote. No hidden fees or running time clocks. We are completely transparent with you!
Intellectual Property, Trademark, & Branding Counsel
The Sterling Firm is fully experienced in advising on your intellectual property portfolio, including copyright, content protection, trademark, and brand protection!
Dispute Resolution & Litigation Experience
You will work with a licensed lawyer who is experienced in litigation and dispute resolution. We can save you expensive costs by avoiding foreseeable legal disputes. This will help your business succeed!
Business Development
You will have legal counsel experienced in SWOT analysis, business plans, business formation, entity selection, raising equity capital from offerings, strategic marketing plans, compliance matters, and more!
Virtual & Global Capabilities
The Sterling Firm is fully compatible and functional with the most up-to-date technology to serve any client throughout the world at any time!
WHY HIRE THE STERLING FIRM?
While running your business, you do not have the time, training, or resources to manage all the legal issues that will come up. To operate a successful business, you cannot waste time doing legal research and you cannot risk making a costly legal mistake. The Sterling Firm makes it easier for you to get the legal help you need. The Sterling Firm will assure that your legal matters are handled right!
LEGAL HELP YOU NEED!
Employee Issues
Trademarks
Letter Drafting
Vendor Disputes
Copyrights
Creditor Disputes
Cease & Desist Letters
Promissory Notes
Contract Disputes
Debt Collection
Debt Collection
Leasing Agreements
Contractor Issues
Business Formation & Structuring
Breach of Contract
Partnership Disputes
Corporate Compliance
Sales Agreements
Licensing Issues
Client & Customer Disputes
Employee Policies & Handbooks
Corporate Minutes
Terms of Service & User Agreements
Service Agreements
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Check Out What Clients Are Saying About The Sterling Firm!
Keller Coleman
22:46 24 Feb 21
I had a call with Justin today. He blew me away with his knowledge and professionalism. He had answers to my problems and concerns. I stay and Michigan, and I know that he is a value to anyone who... has legal issues. Justin created an action plan for me to do. I would not have known what to do, if I hadn't reached out to Justin. 5 stars Plus is what he deserves.read more
Ryan Posternak
10:50 20 Feb 21
I spoke to Justin when I had some complex legal issues I needed advice on. He was invaluable in helping resolve my situation and handled everything professionally and skillfully. He knew the ins and... outs of my case and went above and beyond to help. I highly recommend Justin.read more
Tom Delling
19:48 15 Feb 21
I cannot recommend The Sterling Firm highly enough. I was the victim in a fairly serious auto vs. pedestrian accident, and The Sterling Firm was able to secure an insurance settlement that I never... could have gotten for myself. In addition, Justin spent the following year fiercely pursuing a further settlement involving the accident. He remained inexhaustibly professional, focused and dedicated all along the way. I would refer anyone who is in need of legal support to The Sterling Firm!read more
Ronald Slates
02:26 01 Dec 20
Justin Sterling is a very fine example of a lawyer willing to share his knowledge, wisdom and the practical side of potential litigation. As a commercial collection and enforcement of judgment... attorney without an ounce of knowledge of defamation and the potential for risk to my client and myself, I consulted Justin on a matter involving the Litigation Privilege and related matters in ongoing litigation in which I am lead counsel. He patiently, quietly, and very professionally helped me see issues and potential liability, for my client and myself in my planned course of conduct. about which I had not thought. His advice was/is excellent. I asked him for a bill for his time, but he refused to bill me. I would not hesitate to recommend him with 5 stars. Ron Slatesread more
Nastya Valentine
19:27 09 Nov 20
Excellent informative service. Even a brief conversation with Mr. Justin Sterling gives you confidence that he is on your side while being objective in all areas of the law. He knows what he is doing... and how to approach an issue from all sides. Highly recommend to anyone seeking a consultation or hiring him on retainer.read more
Marc Martinez
21:41 30 Oct 20
Justin took the time to set a consultation call with me, and share links on the information that was pertinent to my circumstances.
He went in depth and also provided past instances that he had dealt... with that would help me in situation.
He is personable, and listens, and that is a large part of providing service and value to his clients.
- Marc Martinezread more
Roger Sukhraj
23:25 16 Sep 20
Justin was extremely helpful. He responded quickly to my questions and provided me timely legal advice with regards to them. He also not only took the extra step of referring us to expert attorneys... who could advise me, but took the time to organize and participate in the initial engagement with them. I would highly recommend him for legal advice.read more
Michaela McCormick
23:28 31 Aug 20
Justin Sterling is such an incredibly smart and focused individual. I was lucky enough to have him look over a contract with me and keep my best interests in mind. He was extremely responsive and... checked in with me every time he said he would. I highly recommend working with The Sterling Firm for your legal needs!read more
Mauricio T.
2020-12-30 21:15:41
Mr. Sterling provides legal advice that is necessary for his client to be covered or protected. He is knowledgeable and fast to respond. ... href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-sterling-firm-west-hollywood-2?adjust_creative=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw&hrid=BtTVHswAY5Gr1CeSl79xkw&utm_campaign=yelp_api_v3&utm_medium=api_v3_business_reviews&utm_source=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read moreread more
Tommy B.
2020-03-16 17:12:41
The Sterling Firm has helped me with a copyright, work for hire agreement, and has helped me written contracts for my business. Highly recommended. He's an... ... href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-sterling-firm-west-hollywood-2?adjust_creative=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw&hrid=w3FYFCMClyi6uMlQ07XL4A&utm_campaign=yelp_api_v3&utm_medium=api_v3_business_reviews&utm_source=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read moreread more
Robin S.
2017-12-05 19:52:41
I recommend the Sterling Firm for anyone needing legal advice in the entertainment industry. Thank you Justin for all your legal advice for my project. I'm... ... href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-sterling-firm-west-hollywood-2?adjust_creative=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw&hrid=U_ku5acWBNGDiylM5Lyr-g&utm_campaign=yelp_api_v3&utm_medium=api_v3_business_reviews&utm_source=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read moreread more
Michelle N.
2017-10-10 07:20:20
I called in on a weekend and Justin picked up. He was extremely helpful and gracious. Even though my case is more of a small claims matter, he still... ... href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-sterling-firm-west-hollywood-2?adjust_creative=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw&hrid=mVPksaKPB2W2ws6JhdIKAA&utm_campaign=yelp_api_v3&utm_medium=api_v3_business_reviews&utm_source=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read moreread more
Alex V.
2015-10-20 23:44:43
I was in a tricky business mess and needed ways to solve my problem without future legal suits. Justin very methodically walked me through my options and... ... href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-sterling-firm-west-hollywood-2?adjust_creative=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw&hrid=96K8ox7ZxvLbNzWQgX470Q&utm_campaign=yelp_api_v3&utm_medium=api_v3_business_reviews&utm_source=yfifHwND5ZuCGAfysF3Yxw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read moreread more
