Law Offices of Ronald D. Jackson

Welcome Message

When people ask me what I do, I say I'm in the dream-making business. I help people realize their dreams. Those dreams might be the creation of a successful business, involve the acquisition, licensing, or protection of creative assets such as trademarks, copyrights and other "intellectual property," or the buying and selling of real estate. The exclusive focus of my practice is business law, intellectual property law, and real estate law.

Serving Creative People & Innovative Businesses™

I don' t believe in cookie-cutter solutions or that one size fits all. I strive to provide all my clients with individualized attention, customized strategies, and value-added solutions. My goal is simple: To provide the highest quality legal services to entrepreneurs, creative individuals, and real estate investors — people like you!

Publications

Choose the Right Legal Structure for Your Business

This article examines issues you should consider before deciding to operate your business as a corporation, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), or something else. Take the guesswork out of one of your most important decisions, and start your business on the fast track.

Money Raising Tips for Emerging Businesses

Do you need to raise investment capital for your business? This publication covers seven things you can do to increase your chances of getting other people to invest in your company.

Who Owns the Copyright?

Whether you are a creative employee, freelancer or a business that outsources work, it pays to know how ownership rights are determined under copyright law.

How to Evaluate a Real Estate Investment

Discounted Cash Flow Analysis and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) are key measurements often used to evaluate investment opportunities. This article explains how you can use these sophisticated tools to evaluate your next real estate deal.

Is a Letter of Intent Enforceable?

The enforceability of a letter of intent depends on the fine print and of course, the intentions. Carelessly signing a letter of intent can cause great harm. Doing so could lead to unintentional and perhaps very bad consequences. The next time you're asked "to put your John Hancock" on a letter of intent, be sure you fully understand what it means.

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