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    Contract review & deal support

    Know what you’re agreeing to.

    We help companies, athletes and creators understand the terms, decide what to change, and negotiate the agreement.

    Choose a free fit-and-intake call with Jamee or a paid attorney strategy session with Drew.

    What we can help with

    Commercial & vendor contracts

    Customer, supplier and service agreements, including scope, payment, liability and termination.

    Sponsorship & endorsement deals

    Brand partnerships, ambassador agreements, usage rights, exclusivity and compensation.

    Licensing & content rights

    IP, content, merchandise and technology licenses, including royalties, territory and approvals.

    NIL & media agreements

    Endorsements, appearances, group licensing, and agent or manager agreement review.

    Business transactions

    Partnership agreements, joint ventures, acquisitions and investment term sheets, with diligence and closing support as scoped.

    Employment & consulting

    Executive, consulting and contractor agreements involving compensation, equity, IP and exit terms.

    From the first draft to the signed agreement

    Work may begin with a received contract, a term sheet or an ongoing negotiation.

    1. 01

      Agree on the assignment

      We confirm conflicts, the parties, your priorities and the deadline, then agree on the work, staffing and fees in writing.

    2. 02

      Review and set priorities

      We examine the agreement in context, identify the provisions that matter to your decision, and prepare comments or proposed changes.

    3. 03

      Negotiate and document the deal

      As agreed, we can help you respond, negotiate with the other side, and prepare the documents needed to record the agreed terms.

    Depending on the scope, the work may include a marked-up agreement, a written issue summary, negotiation support and closing documents.

    Fees and timing

    Fees follow the scope

    Defined projects may be suitable for fixed fees. Negotiations and broader transactions may be hourly, retainer-based or hybrid. Scope, staffing, fees and budget guardrails are agreed in writing. Work under an existing outside-counsel engagement depends on that agreement.

    Tell us the actual deadline

    Timing depends on the agreement, complexity, negotiations, records and team availability. State the deadline in the first inquiry; we confirm capacity and timing before taking on the work.

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    The people behind the work

    Matters are principal-led. We assign attorneys based on the work and jurisdictions involved, with firm oversight throughout.

    Meet the team
    Andrew (Drew) Jacobs, Esq., founder of Jacobs Counsel LLC
    Andrew R. Jacobs, Esq.

    Founder & Managing Attorney

    Leads the firm's legal work for businesses, athletes, and creators.

    Caitlin Hannibal, Of Counsel at Jacobs Counsel
    Caitlin Hannibal

    Of Counsel

    Advises athletes, sports and media companies, and founders on business and brand matters.

    Questions about working together

    How soon can you review a contract?

    Timing depends on the agreement, its complexity, the records available and the team’s capacity. Tell us your actual deadline at the outset. We confirm scope and timing before taking on the work.

    How are fees agreed?

    A defined review may be suitable for a fixed fee. Negotiations or broader transactions may be hourly, retainer-based or hybrid. The written engagement agreement sets the scope, staffing, fees and any budget guardrails.

    Can you negotiate with the other side?

    We can prepare proposed changes and discussion points for you, or work directly with the other party or its counsel. We agree on our role and how communications will be handled as part of the scope.

    What should I send first?

    Start with a brief description of the agreement, the parties involved and any relevant dates. Leave confidential material out of the initial inquiry. The team will confirm conflicts and the next steps before substantive review begins.

    Who will handle the work?

    Matters are principal-led. Attorneys are assigned based on the agreement, complexity and jurisdictions involved, with firm oversight and accountability.

    What if I need help with contracts regularly?

    Outside counsel may be a better fit when contracts and other legal decisions recur throughout the business. We can discuss a continuing arrangement, with the work covered and fee structure set out in the engagement agreement.

    Can you help with cross-border agreements?

    We can assess agreements with a U.S. law component. Work involving foreign law may require local counsel, with the roles and scope agreed at the outset.

    Free contract guides

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    Deal Review Checklist

    Understand the clauses that control payment, ownership, risk and your way out of a deal.

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    Contract Red Flags

    Spot eight common contract risks and understand the business consequences before you sign.

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    Have an agreement to work through?

    Tell us the type of agreement, where the deal stands and your deadline. We’ll follow up about fit and next steps.

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