New Leaf Legal

New Leaf Legal

A Law Firm Built By and For Entrepreneurs

New Leaf Legal stands apart as a boutique law firm created specifically for startups and small businesses. For seven years, we’ve been providing legal services tailored to the unique needs of emerging and established entrepreneurs. Founded by entrepreneurs who understand the daily challenges of running a business, we provide practical, innovative legal solutions. Unlike most law firms, we live the small business experience every day, making us uniquely qualified to understand and address your challenges.

Our Specialized Practice Areas

Business & Corporate Law

Entity Formation & Structure

• Corporation setup and maintenance
• LLC formation and governance
• Benefit corporation establishment
• L3C and hybrid models
• Nonprofit organization structure
• Creative business models
• Cooperative structures
• Multi-entity frameworks

Corporate Documentation

• Shareholder agreements
• Operating agreements
• Bylaws and amendments
• Profit sharing structures
• Board resolutions
• Annual reports
• Corporate minutes
• Governance protocols

Business Transactions

• Contract drafting and review
• Vendor agreements
• Commercial leases
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Asset transfers
• Licensing agreements
• Distribution contracts
• Strategic partnerships

Intellectual Property Protection

Trademark Services

• Clearance searches
• Federal registration
• Portfolio management
• Enforcement strategies
• Licensing agreements
• Cross-licensing deals
• Co-branding arrangements
• International protection

Copyright Protection

• Content registration
• Licensing strategies
• Publishing agreements
• Distribution deals
• Digital rights management
• Content use agreements
• Portfolio management
• Infringement defense

Entertainment Law

• Music publishing deals
• Recording agreements
• Distribution contracts
• Performance rights
• Songwriter agreements
• Gaming contracts
• Film and TV rights
• Artist representation

Industry-Specific Solutions

Technology Startups

• Software licensing
• User agreements
• Privacy policies
• Data protection
• API agreements
• SaaS contracts
• Technology transfer
• Development agreements

Creative Professionals

• Client contracts
• Portfolio rights
• Exhibition agreements
• Commission terms
• Collaboration deals
• Rights management
• Licensing structures
• Project agreements

Food & Beverage

• Vendor contracts
• Distribution agreements
• Recipe protection
• Franchise documents
• Licensing deals
• Health compliance
• Supply agreements
• Brand protection

E-Commerce & Digital Media

• Website terms
• User agreements
• Privacy policies
• GDPR compliance
• Content licensing
• Affiliate agreements
• Platform terms
• Digital rights

Our Unique Approach

Professional Passions™ Philosophy

• Industry expertise development
• Continuous legal education
• Innovation focus
• Practical application
• Client collaboration
• Proactive solutions
• Value-based services
• Long-term partnerships

Client Relationship Model

• Personalized service
• Regular communication
• Strategic planning
• Growth support
• Crisis management
• Ongoing counsel
• Educational resources
• Business advocacy

Leadership Team

Jessica Manganello, Founder of New Leaf Legal

• Business law specialist
• Contract law expert
• Entity structuring authority
• Transaction specialist
• Social enterprise advisor
• Sustainable business advocate

Professional Focus

• Business transactions
• Corporate structuring
• Contract negotiations
• Outside general counsel
• Social enterprise models
• Sustainable business practices

Community Leadership

• Board Director, Cambridge Local First
• Board Director, Central Square Business Association
• Board Director, Somerville Chamber of Commerce
• Co-organizer, Women in Cambridge
• Ambassador, Cambridge Chamber of Commerce
• Co-Owner, Undiscovered Kitchen

Services & Pricing

• Customized service packages
• Flexible engagement options
• Project-based pricing
• Retainer arrangements
• Startup-friendly rates
• Value-based billing
• Transparent pricing

Contact

Address: 120 Washington Street, Suite 202, Salem, MA 01970
Phone: 617.792.1376
Website: www.newleaflegal.com
Email: info@newleaflegal.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-leaf-legal-llc
Facebook:www.facebook.com/newleaflegal
Instagram: @newleaflegal

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