Matthew Melancon
Business / Contracts, Business Formation, Commercial Real Estate, Construction, Copyrights, Cryptocurrency & Blockchain, Franchising, Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate, Startups, Trademarks, Trade Secrets (Transactional/Litigation)
Austin, Texas
Personal Introduction
Matt is a born problem-solver and Austin small business lawyer. He is extraordinarily passionate about meticulously analyzing a current problem or issue and thinking outside the box to find pragmatic and forward-looking solutions for his clients. By pulling from his unique blend of entrepreneurial, engineering, and legal experience, Matt provides information-rich content that reflects his thoughts, views, and perspectives on the intersection of law, technology, intellectual property, and entrepreneurship.
Practice Composition
Transactional/Litigation
Education
Practice Summary
Intellectual Property Our firm specializes in safeguarding your intellectual assets through comprehensive services that include: Licensing Agreements (B2B and B2C): Drafting and negotiating agreements to protect and leverage intellectual property across various business models. Brand Portfolio Analysis & Strategy: Evaluating and strategizing to maximize the value and protection of your brand assets. Copyright/Trademark Registrations: Facilitating the registration process to secure legal protections for your creative works and brand identifiers. Startup Entity Formation & Advising: Assisting startups in establishing their business entities and navigating early-stage legal challenges. Emerging Technologies Advising: Providing guidance on legal issues related to new and evolving technologies. SaaS and other Technology Transaction Agreements: Crafting agreements for software-as-a-service and other technology transactions. Business & Contracts We offer a full range of business legal services designed to support your company’s growth and compliance needs: Entity Formations & Advising: Structuring and forming new business entities with tailored legal advice. Structuring Founder Relationships: Defining and documenting the roles, rights, and responsibilities of business founders. Corporate Governance: Establishing and maintaining effective governance frameworks. Employment Agreements, Company Policies, and other Corporate Housekeeping: Drafting employment contracts, developing company policies, and handling other corporate governance tasks. SEC and State Security Filings: Ensuring compliance with securities regulations through accurate and timely filings. Business Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Creating and negotiating contracts to protect your business interests. Internet Terms, Privacy Policies, and Contracts: Developing legal documents to safeguard your online presence. Real Estate Our real estate practice provides legal solutions for commercial property transactions, including: Commercial Real Estate: Legal services for the acquisition, development, and management of commercial properties. Easements: Drafting and negotiating easement agreements. Purchase Agreements: Preparing and reviewing agreements for property purchases. Lease Agreements: Creating and negotiating leases for commercial properties. Real Estate Transactions: Managing all legal facets of real estate transactions to ensure smooth and compliant processes. Construction: Mechanics Liens This comprehensive range of services ensures that we can meet the diverse legal needs of our clients, providing tailored solutions for intellectual property, business operations, and real estate transactions.
Response Time
16 hours
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