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Everyday I’m (Side) Hustling: The legal way to side hustle

In Side Hustle by Shannon Montgomery

Side hustle, part-time gig, extra job, moonlighting? Call it what you want but most people between the ages of 18-35 have some kind of second job. Some need it to pay the bills, others do it because their main job isn’t fulfilling and let’s be honest, we’re all a little spoiled (wink) these days and don’t want to work strictly …

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Why Trademark Registration Might Not Be For You

In Blog, Trademark 101 by Shannon Montgomery

I get it. This isn’t my best business model, going around telling people why they may not want to do the thing I started my law firm to do for people. But, hey I am an honest person and there are definitely some drawbacks to trademark registration. I don’t think there are enough drawbacks to discourage you from registering at …

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When You Need Someone On Your Side:

In Working with An Attorney by Shannon Montgomery

Starting a business is scary. I know, I just started my own not too long ago. But, one of the advantages I have over most business owners is the whole I’m an attorney thing, and for whatever reason that sort of scares people. Which is great for me and getting stuff done, but if you’re not an attorney you may …

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Client Contracts: You ask I answer

In Blog, Contracts 101 by Shannon Montgomery

Have I mentioned how important contracts are for your business? I mean, probably right? Just kidding. Go scroll through my other articles and you’ll see that if I can fit in discussing the importance of contracts, I will. Today I wanted to go over some more frequently asked questions I get from people regarding contracts for their one on one …

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When should I register my Trademark?

In Blog, Trademark 101 by Shannon Montgomery

One of the most frequent questions I see from a new business or startup is when to register their trademarks. Unfortunately, the always favorite attorney answer of “it depends” applies across the board here. But, there are some things to think about that can help you determine when the right time to hire that trademark attorney and get your mark …

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#BuildingStrongBusinesses: Getting Legal and Getting Strong

In Contracts 101, Copyrights 101, Online Business Necessities by Shannon Montgomery

Being strong isn’t just an important aspect of fitness, it’s an important aspect of being a business owner. As an attorney for entrepreneurs, I have had the pleasure of working with a few people in the fitness entrepreneurial space and no one understands the importance of building a strong business quite like them. So, rather than write about some far …