An attorney should be a trusted adviser and problem-solver who cares about helping you succeed. I listen to clients, ask questions that help me understand their business model, and provide honest counsel and solutions. My flat-fee model means that you don’t have to worry about extra charges every time you pick up the phone or send an e-mail. You’ll get the services you need, when you need them, at a fraction of the cost of a traditional law firm!
Contracts
I provide contract drafting, review, and negotiation services at a fraction of the cost of a traditional law firm. My expertise includes contracts and subcontracts; teaming, non-disclosure, joint venture, and consulting agreements; and GSA, SBA, and other federal government contracts and vehicles.
Compliance
I minimize risk to your business by helping to ensure compliance with employment, human resource, insurance, and other legal and regulatory requirements. My expertise includes GSA schedule maintenance and updates, SBA program applications and certifications, and FAR and DFAR policies and procedures.
Capture
I can assist with impartial advice related to opportunity identification and capture, including strategic analysis, proposal management, and proposal drafting, reviews, and editing.
About Ed
Hi! I grew up in Gaithersburg, MD, and have lived on Capitol Hill for over 20 years. I graduated from Georgetown Law, and before that, UNC-Chapel Hill. After graduating, I clerked for the Honorable Judge Harold L. Cushenberry Jr. of the D.C. Superior Court. For the last 13 years, I have served as General Counsel for a small government contractor.
My legal practice is mainly “virtual”. I offer a secure client portal for communication, document sharing, invoicing, and bill payment. This helps keep my overhead low, and allows me to pass the savings on to my clients.
While sometimes face-to-face communication works best (and is an option, by appointment), I know you’re busy. My “virtual practice” saves you the time and energy involved with traveling to and from offices for meetings, and gives you greater flexibility and control over your schedule. Contact me to figure out how we can get started!
Legal assistance for DC and Maryland small businesses and entrepreneurs
Capitol Hill Legal
Phone: 202-670-1639
E-Mail: admin@CapitolHillLegal.com
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