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At UpCounsel, we’re here to help your business save time and money with a variety of laws set up by the SEC that regulate business challenges such as: including stock options, mergers and acquisitions, and the election of corporate directors.
Securities laws can be very complex and understanding what your business is expected to report to the SEC can get overwhelming. It’s in your best interest to have an experienced securities lawyer on your side who can manage your financial information and help prevent any breach of SEC regulations, which can result in heavy fines.
From representing clients with respect to employee and investor stock options to dealing with SEC filings and initial public offerings (IPO), our group of highly qualified securities attorneys at UpCounsel can help with any of these business needs. You can receive these services in a timely manner and within your budget since our rates are at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional law firms.
To get started on getting your securities in order, post a job for free on UpCounsel and you will receive comparable quotes within hours from qualified securities attorneys who can help you.
Services
Services
Our UpCounsel vetted securities attorneys are highly skilled in this area of the law. With an average of 14 years of experience, our attorneys will be there to guide you through:
- issuing stock or other securities;
- regulating the disclosure of important financial information;
- representing shareholders, corporation officers, or directors;
- assisting in matters relating to breach of SEC regulations;
- managing IPOs, secondary offerings, and mergers and acquisitions;
- and much more!
No matter what, our securities attorneys have the expertise that you need to get you through any of your securities law challenges.
Costs
Costs
Securities attorney fees differ based on your individual needs. For work such as stock option and issue managements, our attorney’s pricings can be as low as $200 per hour. Our attorneys’ working on specific Convertible Note and fundraising projects have invoiced at $250 per hour.
Regardless, your securities needs are unique, which is why you should get custom quotes from several attorneys on UpCounsel and choose the one best for your needs and budget.
FAQs
FAQs
Do securities laws apply to all companies?
When it comes to securities laws, the rules regarding fraud typically apply to most corporations. In some instances, a company may be exempt from reporting laws or registration. However, all companies must usually apply by securities laws.
You should talk to an UpCounsel attorney regarding your specific situation to determine whether you may be one of the rare companies that may be exempt from certain rules.
Why is it necessary to hire a securities attorney?
Securities law is very, very complex. It takes a lot of studying up on the law to understand what exactly it entails. Even then, you will not be able to learn or understand the ins and outs of securities law the way an experienced attorney understands it from years of practice in the field.
Its in your best interest and highly recommended that you hire a securities attorney when it comes to abiding by SEC laws and keeping everything in order. By posting a job on UpCounsel, you’ll be connected with a top-notch securities attorney who can be of assistance to you on an on-demand or long-term basis.
Besides federal securities laws, are there state securities laws I must abide by as well?
This is where you should speak with a securities lawyer in your state. Typically, there are laws in the state you are located in which govern securities. So on top of federal laws, there are most likely certain state laws you must also abide by. A competent attorney will be necessary to help you navigate these laws and ensure your company’s compliance with all relevant statutes and laws.