Sheila Merchant

Serves Lauderdale Lakes, FL

35244

Hired 15 times

2 employees

8 years in business

$400/hour

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Check, Credit card, and Zelle.

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Credentials

License

License Holder: Sheila Merchant
License Type: Attorney (CA)
License number: #287263
License verified on 9/15/2023
Valid through 9/15/2025
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Sheila Merchant
Completed on 9/13/2023

Introduction

Sheila Merchant Legal is a boutique law firm focusing on real estate and business law. I’m a graduate of Columbia Law School with 10 years of experience with corporate formation and structuring, contract drafting, real estate, for sale by owner (FSBO) real estate transactions, business purchases and sales, lease negotiation and restructuring, M&A, trademark filings, and corporate law matters. I advise clients of all types and sizes including residential/commercial property owners and sellers, LLC's, C Corps, S Corps, B Corps, startups, franchises, small businesses, medium-large businesses, and social purpose corporations. My clients love how I keep things simple, educate them on their options, and help them navigate challenges with a conscious and collaborative mindset. Prior to founding my firm, I worked at two of the nation’s top law firms on large scale deals, including billion-dollar wind and solar projects. My first 15 minute phone consultation with any prospective client is always free of charge. Contact me today to schedule your consult.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

I work on both a fixed fee and hourly basis depending on the project. If you need assistance with getting your new business off the ground, I offer fixed rate packages for start-ups. All other requests will generally be handled on an hourly basis.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

My first 15 minute phone consultation with any prospective client is always free of charge, so let me know if you'd like to discuss your legal needs over the phone.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I am a Columbia Law School graduate (2012) and a member of the State Bar of California. I have 10 years of extensive experience with contract drafting, negotiations, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, trademark filings, and corporate law matters such as corporate formation and structuring, partnership and operating agreements, corporate filings and maintenance. I advise and provide general counsel services to corporations of all types and sizes including social purpose corporations, small businesses, and B-corps. My clients love how I keep things simple, take the time to educate them on their options, and help them grow their businesses and navigate challenges with a conscious and collaborative mindset. Prior to founding my firm, I worked at two of the nation’s top law firms (Akin Gump, Winston and Strawn), where I worked on large scale deals, including billion-dollar utility-scale wind and solar projects.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Take advantage of your free consultation with any attorney you are looking to hire. If they answer your questions thoroughly, in plain language, and help you feel empowered to deal with your legal issue, that's a good sign that attorney will be a good advisor and partner to you.