John Michael Dorsey

John Michael Dorsey

also known as John Dorsey

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 21 years

Contracts and agreements Lawyer at Bainbridge Island, WA
Practice Areas: Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, Mergers & Acquisitions

175 Parfitt Way SW, Suite N250, Bainbridge Island, WA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Contracts and Agreements 40%

Structuring, negotiating and drafting commercial agreements across a broad range of disciplines, including software, biotech, new media, sports, event production, music, marketing, promotion, endorsement, vendor, consulting and sponsorship.

22 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Corporate and Incorporation 30%

Structuring and incorporation of start-ups and subsidiaries of existing businesses. Preparing stockholders' agreements, limited liability company agreements and partnership agreements. Founder's stock and equity incentive plans.

22 years | 500 cases

30%
Mergers and Acquisitions 30%

Asset and stock mergers, acquisitions and sales.

22 years | 500 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 10 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

John Dorsey PLLC

175 Parfitt Way SW, Suite N250, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110

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John Michael Dorsey's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Chris | September 26, 2014

Reliable expert, big picture vision, attention to detail.

John was my counsel when joining an early stage software startup as co-founder. Since I was a novice in the many issues related to stock purchase agreements, John patiently educated me along the way. I asked plenty of stupid questions and he graciously helped me understand what to be concerned about ...and what steps I needed to take for tax protection. John counseled on both big "what if" scenarios as well as more specific short-term details, and he was very thorough, responsive, and a good all-around guy to boot! I'm very happy to have met him and look forward to working with him again.

Posted by Heather | July 22, 2011

Very informative, helpful and timely

John helped my small business get off the ground, by providing me with the proper legal assistance to ensure that I had everything covered. He is a very friendly person, and easy to work with. I highly recommend him.

Posted by KP | March 9, 2011

Do I refer John? You bet I do!

In working with John for several years, I found him to provide excellent service. If there were more stars allowed for responsiveness, he would get them. Needless to say when his focus of law changed, we were very disappointed. He handled our situations in a responsible and reasonable fashion, whi...le being very conscientious of time. I remember we were finalizing a purchase and had a few remaining questions. I called John at 7 pm thinking i would just leave him a message. He picked up and we were done in 5 minutes. I really should not have been surprised because he always made himself available and took pride in providing an outstanding level of professional service,

Posted by William S. | March 6, 2011

Knowledgeable and thorough

John has been doing all my business related legal work since 2006 and has been involved with all the international aspects as well! John is very knowledgeable in US and Mexican law and is very personable! I have been very pleased with my decision to work with John and would highly recommend his... services to any of my friends.

Posted by Henry | February 10, 2010

International Real Estate Law for The Acquisition of Ocean Front Property For Tourism Development

Attorney John Michael Dorsey handeled my transaction from drafting the initial contract during negotiations with the sellers Mexican Attorney to the final documents that went to closing. Johns knowledge of the real estate laws in Mexico and having mastered the Spanish language gave me and my associa...tes a feeling of security that all of the issues in the transaction were being addressed in the highest professional manor. John was always prompt to communicate with me on all matters and often times after his normal business hours via cellular phone to Mexico as our acquisition was located on the Sea of Cortes Sonora, Mexico. John never wasted any of our time nor our money to complete the task at hand. Our firm highly recomends John M. Dorsey and we will continue to have him represent us on future transactions in Mexico.

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John Michael Dorsey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Clinton Rosenthal

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John and I have worked together on several matters, and he is as good as they get. He's responsive, creative, and efficient. I recommend him without reservation."

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Nadja Vietz

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My law firm uses John to assist on our Latin America matters because John provides us with constructive deal advice."

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Daniel Harris

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is my go-to person for matters involving Mexico and Latin America. He is a terrific lawyer and efficient as hell."

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Roger Dunaway

Business lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John handled a matter for me when I was on vacation out of the country. He was very responsive and timely in doing so. I, and my client, were very pleased that John was able to step in and keep things moving along in my absence."

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Daniel Berner

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and consulted with John for several years. He is keenly intelligent, and has deep knowledge of U.S. corporate law matters. His ample expertise in the legal landscape faced by foreign entrepreneurs transacting business in the U.S. and his fluency in Spanish, make him a highly valuable legal asset to Latin American clients. I endorse John fully and without reservation."

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Marshall Meringola

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with John on various matters and have found him to be knowledgeable, thorough and committed to representing the interests of his clients. I strongly endorse John for any "run-the-company" legal matter, including company start-up issues, contract negotiations, licensing, joint ventures and mergers/acquisitions."

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Cynthia Rosen

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is both extremely personable and extremely sharp. He has an entrepreneurial, can-do attitude and is committed to superior client service. I would recommend John without hesitation for any business transaction matter."

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Mitchell Zoll

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"John is an intelligent and creative lawyer. He works to understand his clients' business, as well as their needs and concerns, then uses that information to counsel his clients through complex business transactions."

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Shane Boasberg

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great Person, Great Lawyer."

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Nors Davidson

International law lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Friend

"John Dorsey is an incredibly bright individual. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Phil Kelton Business Associate Award, Strasburger & Price, LLP

2010

Mark Martin Associate of the Year Award, Strasburger & Price, LLP

2009

Strasburger Rainmaker Award, Strasburger & Price, LLP

2008

The Phil Kelton Business Associate Award, Strasburger & Price, LLP

2007

The Mike Joplin Ambassador Award (Outstanding Client Service), Strasburger & Price, LLP

2004

Leonard Rosensen Award (Finance and Real Estate Transactions), Tulane Law School

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Member, John Dorsey PLLC

2004 - Present

Partner, Strasburger & Price, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Kitsap County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

George Washington University

MA - Masters

1997

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Financial Executives International

Doing Business in Mexico

2009

International Women's Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation

Social Networking for Lawyers

2009

Client Presentation

Acquiring Assets and Companies in the United States [presentation given in Portuguese]

2008

Client Presentation

Secured Financing Transactions in the United States [presentation given in Spanish]

Publications

2016

Exhibit 10 Various Articles

2013

Austin Business Journal The fine print*

2009

2009

Business Traveler Online Face Time [Business Etiquette in Mexico]

Languages

Spanish

Portuguese

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