Frequently Asked Questions

It means you have a general counsel relationship without paying a full-time salary. You get ongoing legal support across business formation, contracts, IP, and compliance from one attorney who knows your business. Instead of hiring different lawyers for different issues, you have one embedded legal partner who moves at your speed.

Traditional firms bill hourly and treat you like a transaction. We work on fixed monthly retainers with defined hours and transparent pricing. You know exactly what you're paying each month, and we're incentivized to be efficient rather than drag things out.

AI handles research and drafting, the tasks traditional firms assign to junior associates. Every output is reviewed and approved by a licensed attorney before it reaches you. The result: faster turnarounds, lower cost, and more time for your attorney to focus on strategy and negotiation.

Yes. No client data trains AI models. We maintain the same privilege protections and ethical obligations as any law firm. Our use of AI does not change your rights or our duties under the rules of professional conduct.

Athletes managing multiple ventures. Creators building media companies. Gaming operators navigating compliance. Hospitality entrepreneurs scaling across markets. Anyone who needs consistent legal support across different projects but doesn't want to hire in-house or pay traditional hourly rates.

We offer project-based pricing for single engagements like trademark filings, contract reviews, and business formations. But if you anticipate needing ongoing support, a retainer is almost always more cost-effective than paying project rates every time something comes up.

Book a consultation. If it's a fit, you're onboarded within 48 hours: engagement letter signed, retainer invoiced, and you're in the system. From there, urgent matters are handled immediately.

House v. NCAA is a landmark antitrust settlement that establishes a revenue-sharing framework between schools and athletes. For the first time, NCAA institutions can directly pay athletes a share of media rights, ticket revenue, and other institutional income. This fundamentally changes the economics of college athletics.

Yes. These are complex financial agreements that determine how much you earn, when you get paid, what you give up, and what happens if you transfer. Schools are presenting these as standard forms, but the terms vary significantly and many contain provisions that limit your future options. An attorney review costs a fraction of what a bad deal costs you over four years.

Payment structure and timing, roster guarantees and what happens if you're cut, how compensation changes if you transfer, exclusivity provisions that affect your other NIL deals, clawback clauses, and dispute resolution. Every term affects your earning potential and flexibility.

Some revenue share agreements include exclusivity provisions or restrictions that conflict with existing NIL contracts. We review both your institutional deal and your third-party NIL deals together to identify conflicts and negotiate terms that protect your full earning potential.

A roster guarantee means the school commits to keeping you on the roster for a defined period. Without one, you could sign a revenue share deal, lose your spot, and lose your compensation. We negotiate guaranteed terms so your deal has real financial security behind it.

It depends entirely on the agreement you signed. Some deals terminate immediately upon transfer. Others prorate compensation. Some include clawback provisions that require you to repay money. Understanding these terms before you sign is critical, especially if transfer is even a remote possibility.

They can read it, but these agreements involve complex contract law, antitrust implications, and financial structures that require legal training to evaluate. The schools have teams of lawyers drafting these agreements. You should have a lawyer reviewing them.

We offer fixed-fee deal reviews so you know exactly what you're paying upfront. The cost depends on complexity, but it's a fraction of the compensation at stake in a multi-year revenue share agreement.

You need one lawyer who understands the full picture. Each deal affects the others through exclusivity clauses, territory restrictions, and compensation structures. We review all your deals together and make sure one agreement doesn't kill opportunities in another.

Exclusivity terms, usage rights (can they use your image forever or just during the contract?), compensation structure (flat fee, revenue share, performance bonuses?), termination clauses, and dispute resolution. Most athletes sign without reading these sections.

We file DMCA takedowns, cease-and-desist letters, and trademark infringement actions. Speed matters because the longer fake accounts or unauthorized products stay up, the more damage to your brand and revenue.

If you're making money from it, yes. Federal trademark protection prevents copycats, increases your brand's value, and gives you legal leverage. Athletes who build recognizable brands without trademark protection lose money and opportunities.

Yes. Through Athlete Alumni Advantage, we help retired players navigate disability benefits, medical coverage, and pension claims. Many former players don't realize what they're entitled to or struggle with the application process.

Once you're monetizing, yes. Brand deals contain hidden traps: exclusivity clauses that block future opportunities, usage rights that let companies exploit your content indefinitely, and payment terms that favor the brand. We negotiate deals that protect your upside.

We file DMCA takedowns for copyright infringement and cease-and-desist letters for impersonation. If it's persistent or causing significant revenue loss, we pursue trademark infringement claims. Acting fast prevents the damage from compounding.

Copyright protects your specific content (videos, music, writing). Trademark protects your brand identity (channel name, logo, catchphrase). You automatically own copyright when you create. Trademark requires federal registration. Both are critical for a recognizable brand.

We appeal strikes directly with platform legal teams, draft formal response letters, and escalate when necessary. Each platform has its own terms of service and appeals process. If the strike is wrongful, we document and push for reinstatement.

A comprehensive legal analysis of skill-based gaming regulations across all U.S. states. We identify where you can legally operate, what licenses you need, and what compliance steps are required. Without this, you risk launching in states that could shut you down or fine you.

Depends on your game mechanics, prize structure, and target states. Some states classify skill-based games as legal contests. Others treat them as gambling requiring strict licensing. We analyze your platform and tell you exactly what's required before you launch.

We handle regulatory defense, compliance negotiations, and licensing applications. Responding quickly and strategically is critical. Ignoring regulators makes everything worse.

Most states require blocking users in prohibited jurisdictions and verifying users are above the minimum age. We help implement compliant systems and draft terms of service that protect you from liability.

Before you start making money or signing contracts. Operating as a sole proprietor exposes personal assets to business liabilities. An LLC or corporation creates legal separation. We help you choose the right structure based on your tax situation and growth plans.

LLCs are simpler: pass-through taxation, fewer formalities, more flexibility. Corporations offer advantages for raising capital from investors. Most solo entrepreneurs start with an LLC. If you're raising venture capital, you'll want a C-Corp.

Yes. Founder agreements define ownership, decision-making, what happens if someone leaves, and how equity vests. Most founder disputes happen because these terms were never documented. We draft agreements that prevent future litigation.

Federal trademarks take 8-12 months for approval. We file within 72 hours and handle all USPTO correspondence. You get protection during the application process through intent-to-use filings.

As soon as you have assets worth protecting or people who depend on you. Athletes signing their first major contract, creators generating six figures, entrepreneurs building businesses. Without a plan, state law decides what happens to your money, your business, and your kids.

A will goes through probate: a public court process that takes months and costs money. A trust avoids probate, transferring assets privately and immediately. For high earners and business owners, trusts also offer asset protection, tax benefits, and control over how heirs receive money.

If you have assets or dependents, yes. Estate planning covers incapacity too. If you're in an accident and can't make decisions, who manages your business? Who has medical power of attorney? Without documents in place, your family goes to court. That's expensive and stressful during a crisis.

Strategic entity structuring (LLCs, trusts, asset protection trusts), insurance planning, and proper titling. Athletes, creators, and business owners face liability risks. We build legal barriers between personal wealth and potential claims.

Without a succession plan, your business could be frozen, sold for pennies, or fall apart during probate. We create continuity plans with buy-sell agreements, key person insurance, and transfer mechanisms so someone can step in immediately.

Liquor license (most critical), food service license, health permits, signage permits, and potentially entertainment licenses. Requirements vary by state and municipality. We handle the full application process.

New Jersey: 4-6 months. New York: 3-4 months on average. Ohio: typically 2-3 months. We expedite where possible and handle all paperwork, background checks, and board appearances.

In most cases, buying existing is faster and more reliable. New licenses are rarely issued, and waiting lists can be years long. We negotiate purchase agreements and ensure all regulatory requirements are met.

Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), franchise agreement, operations manual, trademark registration, and multi-state compliance filings. Franchising is heavily regulated. We prepare FDDs, handle state registrations, and structure agreements that protect your brand.

Retainers start at $2,500/month. We also offer project-based pricing for single engagements. We provide exact pricing after understanding your needs during a consultation.

Overage is billed at your hourly rate based on your retainer tier. Most clients stay within their allocation because we're efficient and transparent about time spent. If you consistently exceed hours, we recommend upgrading to a higher tier.

For larger projects, yes. We structure milestone-based payments so you're not paying everything upfront. Retainers are billed monthly.

Urgent contract reviews: 24-48 hours. Trademark filings: 72 hours. Strategy calls: within 48 hours of booking. Complex projects take longer due to scope, but we provide clear timelines upfront.

Federal trademark work, NIL contracts, gaming compliance, and most business transactions aren't state-specific. We're licensed in NY, NJ, and OH, and handle federal matters nationwide. For state-specific matters elsewhere, we refer to trusted local counsel.