Matt Rossetti is the founder of Sentient Law, Ltd. He brings over a decade of experience with technology and software development in addition to his experience as a business attorney. He works with a variety of companies, entrepreneurs, and inventors in multiple areas, including, but not limited to: blockchain, brick and mortar, construction, cryptocurrencies, ecommerce, healthcare, and virtual reality. Matt is passionate about working with companies from the idea stage to fundraising and/or exit.
Matt was a founding member of the Forbes Legal Council and also serves as General Counsel to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat and the Chicago Chapter of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. He is also an adjunct professor at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law where he teaches a course called "Emerging Technologies."
Practice areas
All aspects of business counseling. I have over a decade of real world experience outside of the legal field.
10 years
Organization, planning, drafting, and maintenance.
10 years
Drafting, review, negotiation, and execution. We specialize in data use and distribution, privacy policies, terms and conditions, cybersecurity, etc.
10 years
I help companies raise funds via debt, equity, convertible notes, SAFEs, KISS agreements, etc.
10 years
Services include planning, incorporation, drafting of agreements, fundraising, maintenance, ESOPs, RSUs, dynamic equity, etc.
10 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2020 | 02/17/2022 |
IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2012 | 03/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2022 Texas Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2022 |
2021 Illinois Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
2020 Illinois Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
2019 Illinois Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
2Civility Lawyer Spotlight | Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism | 2016 |
Founding Member | Forbes Legal Council | 2016 |
Member | Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) | 2015 |
Charter Entrepreneur Member | Sigma Nu Tau | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Adjunct Professor | Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology | 2019 - Present |
Managing Principal | Sentient Law, Ltd. | 2014 - Present |
General Counsel | CTBUH | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | Solo Practioner | 2013 - 2014 |
Of Counsel | Sweetnam, LLC | 2012 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
Cook County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - 2013 |
Chicago Bar Association | Member | 2012 - 2013 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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SlicingPie.com | Does Equity Compensation Substitute a Minimum Wage? | 2021 |
Slicing Pie | Beyond the Equity Split: Compete or Non-Compete | 2019 |
ABC 7 Eyewitness News - Chicago | I-Team investigation: The risks of using fast payment apps | 2018 |
Forbes | Non-Competes: Useful or Futile? | 2018 |
Startups.co | Everything You Know About Startup Equity Distribution is Wrong | 2018 |
Forbes | Overcoming the Misconceptions of Dynamic Equity | 2017 |
Forbes | Five Reasons A Legal Expert Should Be Reviewing Your Business Documents | 2017 |
Forbes Councils | Forbes Legal Council Member Matthew Rossetti Featured in Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism | 2017 |
Forbes | When Should Your Startup Consider Consulting An Attorney? | 2016 |
Chicago Tribune | UpCounsel to connect entrepreneurs to lawyers in Illinois | 2015 |
Entrepreneur Magazine | Grunt Work Helping to Slice the Equity Pie | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
DePaul University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2009 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Lunch N' Learn | Slicing Pie: A Perfectly Fair Equity Split | 2019 |
Startups Live! — Splitting Equity | Splitting Equity | 2017 |
New Venture and Small Enterprise Lab - Guest Lecture | Business Rollups and Slicing Pie | 2017 |
Slicing Pie Interview | Dynamic Equity Legal Discussion | 2015 |
Matt Rossetti- Slicing Pie Friendly Attorney | Slicing Pie | 2015 |
TLCC Legal Clinic | Dynamic Equity/Slicing Pie | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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De Falco v. Vibram USA Inc., et al., Case Number 1:13-cv-10764-DPW (D. Mass.) | $3.75 million settlement |
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Leonard Boyer, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Aug 24, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rossetti is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients.
Rachel Boehm, Business Attorney on Aug 19, 2019
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I highly recommend Matthew for business law matters. Matthew is a valuable and supportive member of our legal community. I have referred several clients to Matthew and they have all found him to be extremely knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with.
Leonard Boyer, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Aug 24, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rossetti is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients.
Rachel Boehm, Business Attorney on Aug 19, 2019
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I highly recommend Matthew for business law matters. Matthew is a valuable and supportive member of our legal community. I have referred several clients to Matthew and they have all found him to be extremely knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with.
Tiffany Hughes, Business Attorney on Aug 16, 2019
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Matthew is extremely knowledgeable in digital marketing, software development, and e-commerce. I recommend him to all of my clients as he never disappoints!! Highly recommended!!
Alen Takhsh, Business Attorney on Aug 15, 2019
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Matthew Rosssetti is a man of many talents, whether it be his passion for inventions, his unparalleled experience in e-commerce, or his successful track record as an entrepreneur--the culmination of which is an advocate who can approach your legal matter from various angles and come up with a winning strategy. I trust him, and so should you!
Andrew Gordon, Business Attorney on Aug 15, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an excellent business attorney and we refer most of our business clients to him.
Michael Goldberg, Business Attorney on Jan 19, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've had the pleasure of working with Mr. Rossetti and endorse him for your business legal needs. He is an innovator in the space and has particular knowledge of the tech sphere.
Elina Golod, Business Attorney on Jan 19, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Matthew Rossetti is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of business law, helping startups in all areas with entity selection (corporation vs LLC), company organization and day to day legal aspects. He is hands down an attorney you want in your corner when starting a company!
Neda Nozari, Unknown Attorney on Jun 15, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer.
Corey Lorenz, Unknown Attorney on Apr 13, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer.
Stephen Hall, Business Attorney on Mar 13, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matthew Rossetti's knowledge of and experience with business and corporate matters is almost as impressive as his ability to clearly communicate with clients. I highly recommend Mr. Rossetti for business law or corporate needs.
Cody Backus, Business Attorney on Jan 4, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to work with Matt regarding an operating agreement for a dynamic equity structured partnership. He was very knowledgable on this topic and was very professional and competent. I appreciated his demeanor and respect. He was willing to provide the guidance and assistance I needed and would look forward to working with him into the future.
Jennifer Lavin, Business Attorney on Oct 4, 2016
Relationship: Friend
Matt is an accomplished attorney who compassionately yet zealously advocates for his clients. Matt has an ideal combination of legal and business acumen that enables him to succeed both in negotiations and in court. I give Matt my highest and most enthusiastic recommendation, without reservation.
Mary Berry, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Oct 3, 2016
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Matt is very hard working and passionate about everything he does. I practice in a different area, and Matt is the first person I refer potential clients to because I know he will be willing to go the extra distance for them.
Scott Worthington, Business Attorney on Oct 3, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Matt was very helpful in answering questions I had regarding an innovative equity allocation method he has worked with. He responded quickly to my inquiry and provided the answers I needed.
Mary Vendiola, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Oct 1, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Matt on several corporate matters, and he has always done excellent work!
Marcell Taylor, Business Attorney on Nov 2, 2015
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Kyle Smith, Business Attorney on Oct 28, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Matthew is an incredibly dedicated and passionate attorney who truly cares about the success of the businesses he represents. He has exceptional ability in many areas of law and business. He keeps his knowledge on the cutting edge of the law and always brings an innovative approach to his practice. Matthew is flexible , approachable, and responsive. If you need a business lawyer who not only understands the law but understands your business and what it takes to be an entrepreneur (because he's done it)? Then look no further than Matthew Rossetti.
Samuel de Jong, Business Attorney on Oct 5, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a hard working attorney who has zealously advocated for every client I have worked with him with.
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