Jeffrey Davis | Hawthorne Business Lawyer

• New York State Bar Association
• Putnam County Bar Association
• Greater New York Chamber of Commerce

• Law Firm of the Year () for Growing Businesses as voted by Citibank and NY Enterprise Report
  2011

Recently settled a matter for $300,000 which started at $40,000 Recently helped structure a business for a new coffee company Structured a joint venture agreement for a real estate development venture.

I believe in giving small businesses the attention, flexibility and dedicated sophisticated support they deserve. Critical to this approach is the personal and professional relationships I build with business owners. At the end of the day, the focus is always quality- quality of clients, quality of life, quality of business."

Ethical and professional qualities are the most important. Ensuring that teh client's interests are constantly being considered is the hallmark of a good attorney.

I have extensive knowledge of the construction and restaurant industry because I surround myself with specialists and consultants that also keep their finger on the pulse of the industry.

Consultations are as detailed as possible. During the course of any consultation I try to ascertain as many facts as possible. Consultations usually span several conversations and several meetings if necessary as it is critical that I can understand not only the strengths but the risks to the client's claims as well. After reviewing the facts in some detail I take the time to explain the strengths and weaknesses of a client's case and an estimate of potential legal fees and costs based on the intake process.

For a litigation matter I generally need to see all contracts, invoices and relevant correspondence. For a transactional matter I usually require that the client, with my assistance, complete a detailed intake questionnaire designed to ascertain the goals, risks, liabilities, and financial planning considerations relevant to the client's business.

I believe in a very humanistic and holistic approach to either litigation or transactional matters. I have an unusual and very diverse professional background which has kept me grounded and practical in my approach. Long term relationships are the cornerstone of my business. Being an adviser or counsel for businesses means much more than acting as the lawyer on the occasional transaction or business dispute. Being a true adviser means taking the time to know the client, know their personal challenges and successes and keeping up to date with the changes in their personal and professional lives. It is a rewarding part of what I do but it also allows me to quickly and readily identify opportunities or resources for my client. So when I'm in the know, my clients have opportunities for growth and success that wouldn't otherwise be apparent.

Being a relationship advisor for my client whether it be a dispute or a proposed new business venture.

Martial arts is a big interest of mine as the philosophies have translated into effective negotiation or dispute resolution strategies.

Yes. I act a mentor to certain startup companies, I have represented individuals pro bono on complex litigation, and I am involved with various organizations where I lecture on issues relevant to small business owners, construction companies, and restaurants.