Pankaj Raval
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Munni Krishnan, CPA
First and foremost, in the few months I've worked with Pankaj in retaining him as my general counsel for my CPA firm, he and his firm at Carbon Law Group are truly amazing at both delivering their service and technical knowledge of complex legal situations when running a business. I cannot say enough of how fortunate I am to partner up with Pankaj, as he is truly a wise man that anyone would be lucky enough to have as part of your circle of counsel. What separates him apart from so many attorneys I've dealt with is his off-the-chart listening skills and the way he analyzes the situation, and is able to break down and explain in simple terms of how to navigate a certain legal situation and what simple steps are to be taken in procedures without using too much legal jargon. This is HUGE considering many attorneys I work with fall through that trap of explaining things in legal jargon when it confuses clients and Pankaj truly has the gift. More than anything, he truly cares for his clients and takes tremendous pride in his work, as artwork and masterpieces cannot be rushed. For all my business tax and accounting clients, I recommend him with no hesitations!
LinkedIn User
Pankaj did some trademark work for me and did an excellent job. Fast turnaround times and great communication. A lot of attorneys have egos but Pankaj is down to earth and has a great personality. He hustles and runs a tight ship. Highly recommended!
Munni Krishnan, CPA
First and foremost, in the few months I've worked with Pankaj in retaining him as my general counsel for my CPA firm, he and his firm at Carbon Law Group are truly amazing at both delivering their service and technical knowledge of complex legal situations when running a business. I cannot say enough of how fortunate I am to partner up with Pankaj, as he is truly a wise man that anyone would be lucky enough to have as part of your circle of counsel. What separates him apart from so many attorneys I've dealt with is his off-the-chart listening skills and the way he analyzes the situation, and is able to break down and explain in simple terms of how to navigate a certain legal situation and what simple steps are to be taken in procedures without using too much legal jargon. This is HUGE considering many attorneys I work with fall through that trap of explaining things in legal jargon when it confuses clients and Pankaj truly has the gift. More than anything, he truly cares for his clients and takes tremendous pride in his work, as artwork and masterpieces cannot be rushed. For all my business tax and accounting clients, I recommend him with no hesitations!
LinkedIn User
Pankaj did some trademark work for me and did an excellent job. Fast turnaround times and great communication. A lot of attorneys have egos but Pankaj is down to earth and has a great personality. He hustles and runs a tight ship. Highly recommended!
Munni Krishnan, CPA
First and foremost, in the few months I've worked with Pankaj in retaining him as my general counsel for my CPA firm, he and his firm at Carbon Law Group are truly amazing at both delivering their service and technical knowledge of complex legal situations when running a business. I cannot say enough of how fortunate I am to partner up with Pankaj, as he is truly a wise man that anyone would be lucky enough to have as part of your circle of counsel. What separates him apart from so many attorneys I've dealt with is his off-the-chart listening skills and the way he analyzes the situation, and is able to break down and explain in simple terms of how to navigate a certain legal situation and what simple steps are to be taken in procedures without using too much legal jargon. This is HUGE considering many attorneys I work with fall through that trap of explaining things in legal jargon when it confuses clients and Pankaj truly has the gift. More than anything, he truly cares for his clients and takes tremendous pride in his work, as artwork and masterpieces cannot be rushed. For all my business tax and accounting clients, I recommend him with no hesitations!
LinkedIn User
Pankaj did some trademark work for me and did an excellent job. Fast turnaround times and great communication. A lot of attorneys have egos but Pankaj is down to earth and has a great personality. He hustles and runs a tight ship. Highly recommended!
Munni Krishnan, CPA
First and foremost, in the few months I've worked with Pankaj in retaining him as my general counsel for my CPA firm, he and his firm at Carbon Law Group are truly amazing at both delivering their service and technical knowledge of complex legal situations when running a business. I cannot say enough of how fortunate I am to partner up with Pankaj, as he is truly a wise man that anyone would be lucky enough to have as part of your circle of counsel. What separates him apart from so many attorneys I've dealt with is his off-the-chart listening skills and the way he analyzes the situation, and is able to break down and explain in simple terms of how to navigate a certain legal situation and what simple steps are to be taken in procedures without using too much legal jargon. This is HUGE considering many attorneys I work with fall through that trap of explaining things in legal jargon when it confuses clients and Pankaj truly has the gift. More than anything, he truly cares for his clients and takes tremendous pride in his work, as artwork and masterpieces cannot be rushed. For all my business tax and accounting clients, I recommend him with no hesitations!
LinkedIn User
Pankaj did some trademark work for me and did an excellent job. Fast turnaround times and great communication. A lot of attorneys have egos but Pankaj is down to earth and has a great personality. He hustles and runs a tight ship. Highly recommended!
Credentials
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Product Manager
General AssemblyAug, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
State Bar of California
State Bar of CaliforniaDec, 2010- Sep, 2024 -
State Bar of Arizona
State Bar of ArizonaDec, 2009- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Carbon Law Group
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Partner
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Aug 2016 - Present
Carbon Law Group, P.C., provides personalized, innovative legal solutions to small and medium-sized business owners and start-ups in Arizona and California. We have helped clients resolve issues related to entity choice, stock issues, trademarks, copyrights, wage claims, film financing, music contracts, lease negotiations, landlord/tenant disputes, and non-profit filings. The firm was founded by Pankaj Raval who has earned widespread recognition as a personable, knowledgeable, and reliable startup, small business, and intellectual property attorney.
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Law Offices of Pankaj S. Raval
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Law Practice
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Owner
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Jan 2011 - Oct 2016
California and Arizona licensed attorney ready to serve your business and entertainment needs. Valued attorney, advisor, and advocate. Specialized in creating business entities, stock agreements, bylaws, articles of incorporation, trademarks, copyright, general demand letters, personal injury claims and more. Certified Product Manager, providing consultations on web product design and implementation. Deep understanding of UI/UX, business models, and financial projections for early stage-tech startups. Please visit www.psratlaw.com to learn more and schedule an appointment.
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The Fashion Law Group
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United States
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Law Practice
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Co-Founder/Partner
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May 2012 - Oct 2013
Co-founder/Partner of The Fashion Law Group, P.C. ("TFLG"), a unique fashion-focused law firm catering to designers, manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, and related industries. TFLG helps individuals and businesses with their legal needs. From general business issues to specific intellectual property concerns, TFLG was established to serve creative industries. Co-founder/Partner of The Fashion Law Group, P.C. ("TFLG"), a unique fashion-focused law firm catering to designers, manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, and related industries. TFLG helps individuals and businesses with their legal needs. From general business issues to specific intellectual property concerns, TFLG was established to serve creative industries.
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Khansari Law Corp
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Of Counsel
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2011 - Mar 2012
Provide counsel on Bankruptcy, Business, and Real Estate matters. Provide counsel on Bankruptcy, Business, and Real Estate matters.
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Singh, Singh, & Trauben
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United States
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Contract Attorney
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Nov 2010 - 2011
Assist with litigation (discovery responses, demand letters, personal injury claims) and transactions (recording contract, record label creation, live appearance agreement). Assist with litigation (discovery responses, demand letters, personal injury claims) and transactions (recording contract, record label creation, live appearance agreement).
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Contract Attorney
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Aug 2009 - Oct 2010
Prepare responses to motion to dismiss claims for breach of fiduciary duty, fraudulent inducement, and breach of contract. Draft responses to motion for summary judgment on economic loss doctrine and negligent misrepresentation; demand letters in personal injury cases; initial disclosure statements in breach of contract, fraudulent inducement, fraud, and employment matters; and, memorandums on property issues, Florida foreclosure law, and broker securities violations. Counsel clients on foreclosure issues and title problems. Create bylaws and operating agreement for multiple-member LLC.
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Farhang & Medcoff
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Contract Attorney
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Oct 2009 - Sep 2010
Research issues related to real estate, business disputes, negotiable instruments, fraudulent inducement, fraudulent transfer, extortion, fiduciary liability, duties to escrow agents, piercing the corporate veil, gross negligence, and requirements of partnership agreements. Draft complaints on past-due debts, failure to pay wages, and breach of distributorship agreement. Create matrix of small claims laws across different states. Respond to discovery requests and non-uniform interrogatories. Research issues related to real estate, business disputes, negotiable instruments, fraudulent inducement, fraudulent transfer, extortion, fiduciary liability, duties to escrow agents, piercing the corporate veil, gross negligence, and requirements of partnership agreements. Draft complaints on past-due debts, failure to pay wages, and breach of distributorship agreement. Create matrix of small claims laws across different states. Respond to discovery requests and non-uniform interrogatories.
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Douglas J
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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Law Clerk
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Jun 2008 - Jun 2009
Renewed 15 trademarks with USPTO. Registered five new trademarks. Formed several LLCs. Law and Entrepreneurship Exchange Renewed 15 trademarks with USPTO. Registered five new trademarks. Formed several LLCs. Law and Entrepreneurship Exchange
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Student Consultant
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Aug 2008 - May 2009
Counseled entrepreneurship students on intellectual property issues, confdentiality agreements, and business entity formation issues. Prepared opinion letters answering trademark and intellectual property concerns. Drafted stock purchase agreement, pre-formation agreement, intellectual property assignment, and organization resolution. Counseled entrepreneurship students on intellectual property issues, confdentiality agreements, and business entity formation issues. Prepared opinion letters answering trademark and intellectual property concerns. Drafted stock purchase agreement, pre-formation agreement, intellectual property assignment, and organization resolution.
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Snell & Wilmer
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United States
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Minority Writing Fellow
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Jan 2008 - Apr 2008
Researched unenforceable employment contract provisions. Summarized benefits of recording trademarks with Customs and Border Protection. Drafted memorandums on deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, comparing Arizona real estate law to federal law, and loan acceleration issues. Researched unenforceable employment contract provisions. Summarized benefits of recording trademarks with Customs and Border Protection. Drafted memorandums on deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, comparing Arizona real estate law to federal law, and loan acceleration issues.
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MTV Networks
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Legal Intern
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Jun 2007 - Aug 2007
Summarized royalty agreements for shows entering international syndication. Identified liabilities in television productions such as Next® and Tila Tequilla®. Assisted with contract negotiations. Attended production meetings. Visited filming sites with attorneys to monitor for liability issues. Summarized royalty agreements for shows entering international syndication. Identified liabilities in television productions such as Next® and Tila Tequilla®. Assisted with contract negotiations. Attended production meetings. Visited filming sites with attorneys to monitor for liability issues.
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Indicorps
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Website Designer/Workshop Facilitator
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2005 - 2006
Redesigned indiserve.org, a website dedicated to linking international volunteers with non-profit organizations to work on short-term projects. Assisted with facilitating workshops for Indicorps Fellows. Redesigned indiserve.org, a website dedicated to linking international volunteers with non-profit organizations to work on short-term projects. Assisted with facilitating workshops for Indicorps Fellows.
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Students Consulting for Non-Profit Organizations
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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2003 - 2004
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Education
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2006 - 2009
University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law
Juris Doctor; Certificate, International Business; Trade Law -
2014 - 2015
General Assembly
Product Management, Product Management, Startups -
2001 - 2005
University of Arizona
BA, Economics, Sociology, Gen. Business -
2002 - 2002
American University
Semester Away, Transforming Communities
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