Gary J. Ross
Gary J. Ross co-founded Ross & Shulga PLLC in 2017 to cater to the legal needs of the venture capital, investment fund and startup community. Gary formerly ran his own firm, Jackson Ross, for four years, and before that worked in the corporate transactions and securities practice groups in various large firms in various large cities, and also managed to fit in a tour of duty with the Treasury Department. Gary alternates between writing about his practice area and writing about the transition from Biglaw associate to “SmallLaw” Attorney/Administrator/Marketer/Gofer.
Posts by Gary J. Ross
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Small Law Firms
5 Things I Miss About Biglaw (Part 2)
If you don't like being a small-business owner, maybe SmallLaw isn't for you. -
Small Law Firms, Supreme Court
A Corporate Lawyer’s First Visit To SCOTUS
What was it like? Small-firm columnist Gary J. Ross provides some observations about each of the justices. - Sponsored
Survey Results: A Perspective On The Private Markets
Ontra surveyed over 400 private markets professionals about what to expect this year and their legal process pain points. -
Billable Hours
SmallLaw Billing Maxims (i.e., Get Paid!)
Some tips and tricks that will keep your clients happy and help you get paid quickly.
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Technology
Why Lawyers Won’t Be Replaced By Smart Contracts
Not so fast. A smart contract is not really 'smart,' and is not really a 'contract.' -
Drinking, Health / Wellness
10 Downsides To Not Drinking
If you hate being a lawyer, quitting drinking is not going to help... -
Money, Small Law Firms, Tax Law
Yes, You Have To Pay Taxes On Your Bitcoin
Before you start accepting Bitcoin for services, here are some other things to keep in mind. -
Small Law Firms
Integrity Is Not For Sale
Lawyers who lack integrity are never going to be worth as much as lawyers who stand steadfast to their morals. -
Small Law Firms
Choosing The Right Jurisdiction For Your Clients
Here are the key considerations when advising a client on the state in which it should incorporate. - Sponsored
LawPay Pro Offers Upgraded Time And Billing Essentials
AffiniPay’s latest product for the legal community, introduced earlier this year, presents a simple web-based solution for attorneys seeking seamless firm cash flow. -
Small Law Firms
Why To Specialize
There are distinct drawbacks to trying to do everything. It's more interesting to specialize. -
Securities Law
The SEC States The Obvious: DAO Tokens Are Securities
If citrus groves can be securities, cryptocurrencies can be securities. -
Securities Law, Wall Street
What’s In A Label? Beyond The Accredited Investor Definition
What do all of these venture capital/securities terms mean? Gary J. Ross explains. -
Small Law Firms
Are Legal Services A Commodity?
Do we despair that we chose a profession in which our time is seen as nothing but a commodity? -
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Documenting Secured Transactions: A New Guide For Practitioners
A newly updated PLI treatise provides both the legal framework and practical guidance on documenting secured transactions, including important details about 2022 amendments to the UCC.
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Clio Users: New Ways To Add Value To Your Practice!
Want to quickly and easily identify the products that work well with Clio? Read on.
Sponsored
LawPay Pro Offers Upgraded Time And Billing Essentials
AffiniPay’s latest product for the legal community, introduced earlier this year, presents a simple web-based solution for attorneys seeking seamless firm cash flow.
Sponsored
Sponsored
Survey Results: A Perspective On The Private Markets
Ontra surveyed over 400 private markets professionals about what to expect this year and their legal process pain points.
Sponsored
The Digital Transformation Imperative
Private funds’ in-house and external legal teams are stretched thin by growing legal demands. Firms need digital transformation to thrive.
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Contracts, Small Law Firms
Tips For Reviewing A Contract
There are a few things every lawyer is expected to be able to do -- but every lawyer should be able to review a contract. -
Small Law Firms
What To Talk About When You Don’t Know What You’re Talking About
Being able to gab on topics you don’t have full command of is a good skill to pick up. -
Money, Securities Law, Small Law Firms, Wall Street
Looking Back On A Year Of Crowdfunding
What are the pros and cons of crowdfunding for startup companies seeking capital? -
Job Searches, Small Law Firms
Tips For Applying To SmallLaw Jobs
Be interested. Be coachable. Nail the basics. Good luck! -
Securities Law, Small Law Firms
What Is This 'Security' Of Which You Speak?
How can you explain to a client why the securities laws apply to their scheme to finance their venture? -
Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Get Yourself Credentialed
Networking isn’t inherently bad or a waste a time. But it’s far more important to become a person worth knowing.