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My passion is serving our community's dental and medical practices. Welcome to My page! I'd like to introduce myself-- I am S.

From start-up to acquisition/sale, my goal is to be your practice's advocate for a lifetime.
Book Now! 👉https://calendly.com/natasha-thegillisfirm/30min Natasha Gillis, the managing member at my law firm, The Gillis Firm, PLLC. My guilty pleasure is to walk around town and point to each practice that I've assisted with selling or acquiring. I have a thriving entrepreneurial spiri

t and a commitment to help people who depend on my services to thrive during their times of need. I provide my clients personalized service with the level of quality representation I would expect from my own attorney. I take my work as a reflection of my character. I love to tackle complex problems. Because of this, I strive to provide positive results to my clients. I enjoy helping other people succeed. Feel free to call me or email me if you have any questions. My door is always open: (571) 209-5203 or [email protected].

09/03/2026

One of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a dentist is deciding whether to build a practice from the ground up or purchase an established one.

A startup offers flexibility and the freedom to create your ideal practice—but it often requires more time to build patient volume and establish operations.

An acquisition can provide an existing patient base and immediate revenue, but it also requires careful due diligence to evaluate contracts, liabilities, staffing, lease obligations, and other important factors.

Neither path is inherently better. The right choice depends on your goals, financial situation, timeline, and long-term vision.

Making an informed decision today can make all the difference tomorrow.

📌 Follow us for more educational content on practice startups, dental practice acquisitions, contracts, and healthcare business law.

09/01/2026

Not every contract ends when you think it does.

Many vendor agreements include auto-renewal clauses that automatically extend the contract unless you cancel within a specific notice period. If you overlook these provisions, you could find yourself committed to another term—even if you planned to switch vendors or renegotiate pricing.

Having an attorney review vendor contracts before you sign can help you identify renewal deadlines, negotiate more favorable cancellation terms, and avoid unexpected long-term commitments.

A little attention today can help prevent expensive surprises tomorrow.

📩 Send us a message if you’re reviewing vendor agreements or other healthcare contracts before signing.

📌 Follow us for more legal tips on dental practice ownership, commercial contracts, and healthcare business law.

08/31/2026

😂 Due diligence isn’t the most exciting part of buying a dental practice—but it may be one of the most important.

Before purchasing a practice, it’s essential to understand what you’re buying beyond the patient count and purchase price. A thorough due diligence process can include reviewing financial records, contracts, lease terms, employee agreements, compliance matters, and potential liabilities.

The time you invest before closing can help you make a more informed decision and reduce the risk of costly surprises later.

📌 Follow us for more practical legal tips on dental practice acquisitions, contracts, and healthcare business law.

08/28/2026

The decisions you make today may not show results tomorrow—but they can shape the opportunities waiting for you down the road.

As a business owner, every decision matters: the contracts you sign, the relationships you build, the risks you prepare for, and the investments you make in your future.

You don't have to have everything figured out. Just keep making intentional decisions that move you closer to the business and life you want to build.

✨ Your future opportunities are being shaped by today's choices.
📌 Save this as a reminder the next time you're facing a big decision.

08/27/2026

Thinking about leaving an associate position to start your own dental practice? It’s an exciting step—but it’s also one that requires careful planning.

This week’s FAQ addresses one of the most common questions associates ask before making the transition to practice ownership.

💬 Tag an associate dentist who’s planning to open their own practice.

08/25/2026

Opening a second office is an exciting milestone—but growth should never outpace preparation.

Expanding your dental or healthcare practice involves more than finding a new location. Each new office can introduce additional legal considerations, including business structure, commercial leases, employment agreements, regulatory compliance, insurance, and operational policies.

Building the right legal foundation from the beginning can help you grow with confidence, reduce unnecessary risk, and keep your expansion aligned with your long-term business goals.

Don’t let avoidable legal issues slow down your next chapter.

📩 Send us a message if you’re planning to open another office and want to protect your practice every step of the way.

08/24/2026

👏 Here’s to the healthcare professionals who know that smart planning starts before the paperwork is signed.

Major business decisions—like purchasing a practice, forming a partnership, negotiating a lease, or reviewing contracts—can shape your career for years to come. Taking the time to seek legal guidance before making those decisions can help you identify potential risks, understand your obligations, and negotiate from a stronger position.

Preparation isn’t a sign of hesitation—it’s a strategy for protecting your future.

Your practice deserves more than good intentions. It deserves a strong legal foundation.

📌 Follow us for more educational content on practice acquisitions, partnerships, contracts, and healthcare business law.

08/21/2026

💡 Quick Legal Pro Tip

A small rent increase today can become a significant business expense over the course of a long-term lease.

Before signing a commercial lease, review how and when rent escalates. Understanding these provisions can help you project future occupancy costs, make informed financial decisions, and avoid unexpected surprises as your practice grows.

Looking beyond the monthly rent today can help protect your budget tomorrow.

📌 Follow us for more educational content on commercial leasing, practice startups, contracts, and healthcare business law.

08/20/2026

Thinking about buying into a practice someday?

Conversations about future ownership are exciting—but having a clear understanding of the path forward is just as important.

Today’s Common Legal Question covers a topic that many associates and practice owners encounter as they plan for the future.

📩 Tag someone who’s working toward practice ownership or share this post with a dentist or healthcare professional who may find this information helpful.

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