Montague Law

08/04/2025

✨ Client feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do.

Navigating emotionally charged and complex real estate matters isn’t easy—but clarity, professionalism, and respect go a long way. We’re proud of the way John was able to step in and help all parties move forward with a solution that honored everyone involved.

If we’ve worked with you and made a positive impact, we’d be honored if you left us a review: https://g.page/r/CSbk6ED4XNjwEAE/review 💬

Grateful for the opportunity, and even more grateful for the kind words.

05/06/2025

💬 Co-founder conflict? Thinking about a buyout?

Whether it’s time to part ways or just rebalance equity, you need more than a handshake and a gut feeling. You need a formula—for valuation, for negotiation, and most of all, for keeping the business (and the peace) intact.

Check out our latest article on how to master the partnership buyout process, legally and strategically.

📖 https://montague.law/blog/mastering-the-partnership-buyout-formula/

A partnership buyout formula is a predetermined method used to calculate the value of a partner's share in a business when they choose to leave or sell their interest. This formula typically considers factors like the company's valuation, the partner's ownership percentage, and any specific terms ou...

05/02/2025

🧠 Friday Tip from John: “Don’t accidentally pitch your startup into an SEC investigation.”

If you’re raising capital and using the phrase ‘guaranteed returns’ in your pitch deck…
🚨 I regret to inform you, you might also be raising eyebrows — from regulators.

At Montague Law, we help founders navigate the alphabet soup (SEC, Reg D, Reg CF, SAFEs — yes, it’s as fun as it sounds). The goal? Raise money legally, without turning your Series A into Exhibit A.

💼 Securities law isn’t just for Wall Street — if you’re issuing shares, tokens, or SAFEs, you’re in the game.

👉 Want to raise capital without raising red flags? https://montague.law/business-law/securities-law/

The realm of securities law, in its constant flux and intricacy, poses potential hurdles for both brokers and investors. With its labyrinthine structure of

05/01/2025

🎯 Starting your dream company? Amazing.
⚠️ Starting it without legal guidance? Risky.

At Montague Law, we help founders build their startups on solid legal ground — from setting up the right entity to navigating investor negotiations (and avoiding that one friend who wants 30% equity for “the idea”).

We’ve worked with startups from pre-seed to acquisition, helping them grow without the legal drama.

✨ Want a legal partner that gets how startups really work?
We’ve got you.

👉 Check out our Startup Law services: https://montague.law/business-law/startup-law/

Starting up a business in Florida? Contact a professional startup attorney. Call us today 904-234-5653

04/30/2025

🚨 Manufacturers, this one’s for you!

Running a manufacturing business is tough enough—legal headaches shouldn’t be part of the production line. At Montague Law, we speak fluent logistics, liability, and lean operations.

✅ Protect your IP
✅ Draft rock-solid contracts
✅ Navigate supply chain pitfalls like a pro
✅ Stay ahead of product liability and regulatory hurdles

We partner with manufacturers to build more than products—we help build peace of mind. 🧠⚙️

👀 Curious how? Check out what we offer:
👉 https://montague.law/business-law/manufacturing-law/

At Montague Law, we understand that the manufacturing sector is the backbone of the economy, driving innovation and employment across the globe. Our firm is

04/29/2025

💼 Thinking of buying a business? Or selling the one you’ve built?
Let’s make sure your deal doesn’t turn into a legal soap opera. At Montague Law, we don’t just dot the i’s—we anticipate the plot twists. 🚀

From first convo to closing docs, we bring clarity, confidence, and maybe even a little charisma to your M&A process.

📲 Tap into your power move:
👉 montague.law/mergers-acquisitions

To find out how Amelia Attorney can help you with your merger and acquisition opportunities, please call us at 904-753-6462.

04/24/2025

🚨 Is your startup running out of runway?
Bridge round stalled? Pressure from creditors? Considering a shutdown?

At Montague Law, we help startups and growth-stage companies navigate financial distress with clarity, speed, and strategic legal guidance. Whether you’re managing a quiet wind-down, fielding a distressed M&A offer, or trying to protect your board from liability—we’ve been there.

✅ Emergency Financings
✅ Founder Equity Protection
✅ Strategic Acquihires
✅ Wind-Downs & Dissolutions
✅ Fiduciary Risk Counseling for Boards

Distress doesn’t have to mean disaster. We help companies pivot, protect their people, and preserve value when it matters most.

📩 Confidential consultations available now.

🔗 Learn how we help distressed businesses: https://montague.law/distresses-business/

Looking for legal help with your business in Jacksonville or the First Coast area? Call us today at 904-234-5653

04/23/2025

🔎 Curious about where Montague Law fits into your business?

Whether you’re launching a crypto protocol, scaling a fintech startup, or managing growth in a highly regulated sector, our team speaks your language.

At Montague Law, we work with bold founders, investors, and innovators across industries like blockchain, venture capital, AI, energy, biotech, and beyond. We bring real-world insight and regulatory clarity to complex, fast-moving business environments.

💼 Explore the industries we serve → https://montague.law/practice-areas-2/

Let’s build something smarter—together.

We represent founders and venture investors in early-stage and growth companies, guiding everything from formation and equity structuring to venture

04/22/2025

If you’re a founder, investor, or advisor working with early-stage companies, you know how tricky it can be to verify whether someone qualifies as an “accredited investor.”

Now, a new no-action letter from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could simplify that process for certain private offerings under Rule 506(c).

Instead of chasing down accountant letters or third-party platforms, this update allows issuers to rely on things like investment size and investor certifications—as long as you follow the rules carefully.

We break it down in a new blog post written by Montague Law’s Senior Associate Attorney Eric Preston, based right here in the U.S. and helping clients navigate VC and securities law nationwide.

📘 Read the full article here: https://montague.law/vc/new-sec-no-action-letter-for-offerings-under-rule-506c/

If you’re planning to raise capital, or advise others who are, this is one legal update worth knowing about.

For startups and funds navigating the capital-raising ecosystem, verifying that an investor qualifies as “accredited” has long been a speed bump in an

04/16/2025

Your legacy deserves more than a generic will template.

At Montague Law, we help families and business owners protect what they’ve built — with smart estate planning, custom trusts, probate guidance, and asset protection strategies tailored to your life.

Whether you’re planning for retirement, safeguarding real estate, or managing generational wealth, we make sure the fine print works for you — not against you.

Practical advice. Personal attention. No surprise billing.

📅 Ready to protect your future? https://montague.law/contact-schedule-a-time-with-john/

04/15/2025

Buying property, starting a business, or closing a big deal?

At Montague Law, we help Florida families, investors, and entrepreneurs protect what matters most — from real estate closings and title insurance to LLC formations, contracts, and full business counsel.

Whether you’re launching your next project or securing your dream home, you’ll get responsive service, experienced guidance, and practical billing.

Get legal help that’s sharp, straightforward, and local.

📞 Book a time here: https://montague.law/contact-schedule-a-time-with-john/

04/14/2025

Big Law Expertise. Boutique Firm Attention (and Prices).

At Montague Law, we deliver the big-firm firepower businesses expect — with the personal attention and practical billing they didn’t know still existed.

We counsel entrepreneurs, investors, families, and companies across a wide range of legal needs, blending deep experience with real-world practicality. Whether you’re scaling a startup, closing a major deal, managing private wealth, or navigating cutting-edge digital asset regulations, our team is built to help you succeed.

Our Core Practice Areas:
•Business Law: M&A, startup law, venture capital, government contracts, outside general counsel, and more
•Private Wealth: Asset protection, wills & trusts, probate, and family office services
•Digital Assets: Crypto law, DAOs, tokenized funds, anti-terrorism compliance, and AML/KYC advisory
•Real Estate: Residential and commercial transactions, multi-family housing, distressed real estate, closings, and title insurance counsel
•Civil Litigation: Strategic advocacy when disputes arise

Big firm skill. Boutique firm service. Billing that actually makes sense.

Ready to work with a firm that shows up, stays sharp, and keeps it real?

John Montague is a Securities and Venture capital attorney focusing on high-growth technology companies.