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What surprises might an IP lawyer uncover when looking under the hood of a SaaS company? Often, they’re not the good kind. In an episode of SaaS That App – Building Tech-Enabled Businesses, hosts Aaron Marchbanks and Justin Edwards sit down with DarrowEverett Partner Gabriel S. Saade to unpack the legal foundations every tech founder should get right early. The conversation dives into trademark diligence, structuring software development agreements, guarding against risky vendor overlays, and navigating the emerging challenges of AI-generated work products. 🎙️ Tune in below: Apple Podcast - tinyurl.com/yww2a5hd Spotify - tinyurl.com/2u6aupfh YouTube - monkeylink.co/7e49ea #DarrowEverett #SaaSBusiness #StartupLaw #TechFounders #IntellectualProperty

⚖️ Private capital may be approaching a turning point in the U.S. legal market. In this DE Insight, Zachary Darrow and Laura McCaskill examine how evolving interpretations of Rule 5.4—and emerging carveouts in states like Arizona and Utah—are creating new opportunities for private equity investment in legal services. As demand grows for scalable, tech-enabled solutions, these models are beginning to reshape how legal services can be structured, delivered, and expanded. 🔗 Read the full DE Insight: Rewiring Rule 5.4: Private Capital’s Opening in U.S. Legal Services | JD Supra monkeylink.co/ffcfeb #DarrowEverett #DEInsight #PrivateEquity #LegalInnovation #LawFirmStrategy #LegalIndustry #BusinessOfLaw #LegalTrends

DarrowEverett LLP is excited to welcome Jonathan Weitz as our new Chief Revenue Officer — a key addition as we continue building momentum across the firm. With 20+ years of leadership experience, Jonathan will help drive strategic growth, enhance operations, and support our long-term vision. As we expand our platform and capabilities, this role reflects our ongoing commitment to evolving how we serve our clients. 🔗 Read the full press release: DarrowEverett LLP Announces Jonathan Weitz as Chief Revenue Officer monkeylink.co/847eec #DarrowEverett #LegalIndustry #LawFirmGrowth #Leadership #HiringNews #ExecutiveLeadership #LawFirmLeadership

DarrowEverett LLP is proud to welcome Jake Schulman to our Commercial Real Estate, Banking & Finance, Corporate & Business Transactions, and Construction Practice Groups. Jake specializes in commercial real estate transactions, development, leasing, and finance, as well as a range of corporate and business matters. He represents developers, investors, lenders, and property owners in acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing, guiding clients through all phases of a transaction—from due diligence through closing. With a background in complex commercial litigation, Jake brings a strategic, risk-aware approach to structuring and negotiating deals. To learn more about Jake and to see his People on The Move listing in the South Florida Business Journal, visit the links below: 🔗 POTM - monkeylink.co/196ad4 🔗 Biopage - Jake Schulman | DarrowEverett LLP monkeylink.co/252d8a #DarrowEverett #NewHire #CommercialRealEstate #BankingAndFinance #CorporateLaw #ConstructionLaw

🏆 DarrowEverett LLP was proud to serve as the title sponsor of the 2026 ACG South Florida Miami Network Padel Classico. The occasion brought together dealmakers from across South Florida for an evening of competition, connection, and community at Reserve Padel Miami. Our own Zachary Darrow and Gabriel S. Saade hit the courts with William Marino of UBS Financial Services Inc. and Dr. Fausto Andrade, exemplifying the teamwork and energy that make Miami’s middle market M&A community so vibrant. We’re proud to support events that foster meaningful connections while celebrating collaboration and camaraderie in the local communities we serve. #DarrowEverett #ACGClassico #PadelMiami #Networking #SouthFloridaDeals

📱 Social media can quickly turn private disputes into public evidence. In this DE Insight, Brooklin M. Eleoff examines the value of including a “no-socials” clause in a divorce agreement—provisions designed to limit online posts about the divorce, the other parent, and the children. These clauses can help establish clear boundaries, protect family privacy, and reduce the likelihood that social media activity becomes part of future litigation. 🔎 Read the full insight: The Value of Using a No-Socials Clause in Your Divorce Agreement | JD Supra monkeylink.co/7b8784 #DarrowEverett #DEInsight #FamilyLaw #DivorceLaw #Privacy #LegalInsights

DE Partner Kelley Morris Salvatore recently received master plan approval for a 275-unit apartment complex proposed on underutilized/excess property under a comprehensive permit application in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Thirty percent of the units will be designated as affordable housing. Morris Salvatore has assisted many developers across Rhode Island in their efforts to leverage supportive changes in the state’s recent housing reform packages. Her consistent advocacy on behalf of clients makes her valuable for developers seeking to create game-changing projects. 🔗 Read more about Kelley in her bio: Kelley Morris Salvatore | DarrowEverett LLP monkeylink.co/37e487 #DarrowEverett #RepresentativeMatter #RealEstateDevelopment #AffordableHousing #LandUse #RhodeIsland

DarrowEverett advised a private investment firm and its portfolio company, a leading operator of coin-operated amusement machines, in the acquisition of route contracts from two industry operators for an aggregate eight-figure purchase price. The transactions involved the transfer of operating locations, gaming equipment, and customer contracts, while navigating regulatory licensing requirements governing the amusement machine industry. Swipe through for a breakdown of the transaction structure and regulatory considerations. 👏 Thank you to Zachary G. Darrow, Andrew S. Mello, Samantha Vasco, Brian Boland, Maxwell Michael, Gabriela Dupuis, and Jordan Cesana for leading and supporting our firm’s work on this matter. #DarrowEverett #RepresentativeMatter #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #GamingIndustry #CorporateLaw

🧾 Closing the deal is only part of the story. In this DE Insight, Natalie Rogge examines how liquidity pressures and vendor confidence issues contributed to the unraveling of the Saks Global–Neiman Marcus transaction—and the key lessons it offers for sponsors and strategic buyers planning future deals. 🔗 Read more: Post-Close Liquidity Lessons from the Breakdown of the Saks-Neiman Deal | JD Supra monkeylink.co/dfe720 #DarrowEverett #DEInsight #MergersAndAcquisitions #PrivateEquity #CorporateTransactions #DealStrategy

We’re proud to recognize the DarrowEverett attorneys who are members of the IR Global network—an international community of leading legal, accountancy, and financial advisers. Membership is granted through a rigorous vetting process that evaluates reputation, rankings, and peer feedback, with professionals recommended exclusively by jurisdiction and practice area. 👏 Congratulations to our team members representing the firm within this global network in their various practice areas: Zachary G. Darrow, Chad J. Gottlieb, Michael P. Burke, Keith E. Phillis, Evan J. Gotlob, Hannah J. Sfameni, Sarah Oster Kelly, Stacy W. Thomsen, and Laura A. Nicholson. #DarrowEverett #IRGlobal #GlobalNetwork #LegalCommunity #ProfessionalExcellence

DarrowEverett Partner Jozette Chack-On recently attended the ribbon cutting of Zion Village, a 75-unit affordable housing community for seniors in Hillsborough County, Florida. We were proud to represent Mt. Zion AME Church of Riverview and Tampa Housing Authority in their construction of the property. The work included structuring the faith-based and public private partnership and negotiating the complex financing structure, which included 4% Housing Credits; Bank of America equity and construction loan; Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County, Florida Multifamily Mortgage Revenue Bonds; Berkadia/Freddie Mac permanent tax-exempt loan; and Hillsborough County SHIP and HOPE loans. 📸 Photo 1: Rev. Karen Jackson Sims, Senior Pastor, Mt. Zion AME Church of Riverview; Leroy Moore, Sr. Vice President/COO, Tampa Housing Authority; and David Iloanya, Director of Real Estate Development, Tampa Housing Authority. 📸 Photo 2: Moore; Alesia Scott-Ford, Field Office Director, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; Iloanya; and Chack-On. Congratulations to all on this impactful development to the community. #DarrowEverett #AffordableHousing #CommunityDevelopment #PublicPrivatePartnership #RealEstateDevelopment

DE Partner Timothy Conlon, who has sued the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence on behalf of victims of its clergy abuse scandal spanning decades, was quoted repeatedly last week in stories stemming from the Rhode Island Attorney General’s issuance of the report that described how church leadership tried to hide the misconduct. He appeared in WPRI 12, the Providence Journal, Associated Press and the Boston Globe. 🔗 WPRI: wpri.com/news/local-new… 🔗 Providence Journal: providencejournal.com/story/news/cri… 🔗 Associated Press: monkeylink.co/ae0faa 🔗 Boston Globe: ‘They should be ashamed’: Clergy abuse survivors say report shows ‘complicity’ of Providence diocese monkeylink.co/4a505f Conlon continues fighting for the rights of survivors and for accountability within this matter. #DarrowEverett #InTheNews #RhodeIsland #Accountability #JusticeForSurvivors #LegalAdvocacy

⚖️ Managing Partner Jon Restivo was recently featured in Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly’s Managing Partner Spotlight, highlighting the unique leadership required to guide a law firm while maintaining a client-focused practice. In his profile, Jon shares his approach to business-focused client counseling, memorable projects like the Robin Hollow solar development, and how he drives strategic initiatives at DarrowEverett LLP. 🔗 Explore Jon’s profile (subscription required): Jon M. Restivo monkeylink.co/97ad69 #DarrowEverett #Leadership #LawFirmLeadership #RealEstateDevelopment #SolarEnergy #RILaw #BusinessFocusedLaw

This month’s DE Spotlight shines on Michael Raposa, an Associate in our Tax, Trusts & Estates, and Energy & Infrastructure Practice Groups. Michael helps individuals and businesses navigate estate planning, wealth preservation, and tax strategies, bringing a combination of technical expertise and practical insight. His work with complex transactions and real estate assets allows him to deliver thoughtful guidance that supports clients’ long-term goals. 👉 Learn more about Michael’s work: Michael J. Raposa | DarrowEverett LLP monkeylink.co/641494 #DESpotlight #PrivateWealth #TaxLaw #EnergyInfrastructure #DarrowEverett #ClientFocused

🎙️ Partner Paul Quin, Practice Leader of our firm’s Entertainment Practice Group, was recently mentioned on John DeChristopher’s podcast Live From My Drum Room. During an interview with acclaimed drummer Billy Ward—known for his work with Robbie Robertson and the 1996 film That Thing You Do—the conversation turned to the challenges surrounding unpublished music. Ward remarked, “I need a lawyer, and I need some help.” John quickly chimed in, saying Billy should speak with Paul, whom he described as “a great friend to drummers all over the world.” Alongside his legal career, Paul has spent many years as a professional drummer and remains active in the music industry. He represents musicians across a broad range of legal matters, combining real-world industry experience with deep legal insight. #DarrowEverett #EntertainmentLaw #MusicIndustry #EntertainmentAttorney #MusicLaw #Drummers #MusicBusiness

DarrowEverett LLP advised a distinguished New York-based private investment firm on its follow-on convertible senior preferred investment in a leading software, data, financial, and management services provider for music artists and independent record labels at a $1.6 billion post-money valuation. The transaction highlights our team’s experience structuring sophisticated private investments involving dual-class SPVs, offshore blocker entities, and complex, multi-layered equity instruments. Swipe through for a recap of DE’s role in structuring and executing the transaction. 👏 Thank you to Chad Gottlieb, Brian Boland, and Jordan Cesana for leading and supporting our firm’s work on this matter. #DarrowEverett #RepresentativeMatter #PrivateInvestment #GrowthEquity #CorporateLaw

⚖️ DarrowEverett’s Laura Nicholson was recently featured in Attorneys at Work with her article, “TMI: How Your Client’s Need for Likes Is Hurting Their Case.” In the piece, Laura outlines the real-world risks social media poses across criminal, civil, and family matters — from deleting posts after litigation begins, to discussing a case online, to relying on privacy settings that offer a false sense of security. She emphasizes why early, direct client counseling on social media conduct is critical to preserving credibility and avoiding preventable damage. “Failing to manage social media evidence risks can be just as damaging to a case as a courtroom confession,” Nicholson says. 🔗 Read the full article here: TMI: How Your Client's Need for Likes Is Hurting Their Case monkeylink.co/026dbf #DarrowEverett #AttorneysAtWork #Litigation #SocialMediaEvidence #TrialStrategy #ClientCounsel

DarrowEverett attorneys Ric Gilmore and Andrew Adams delivered legal updates last Thursday to attendees of the Florida Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials’ (FAHRO) Executive Director Forum. The event brought together those dedicated to ensuring that Florida residents have access to clean, safe, and affordable housing. During their presentation, Ric and Andrew covered several important topics, including Florida’s Public Records Requests under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes—one of the strongest open-records frameworks in the nation, and Florida House Bill 837, which has significantly reshaped negligent security litigation. Additional areas of discussion included employment law updates related to drug testing, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, employee handbook policies, sexual harassment regulations, and other recent legislative changes. Our firm was also proud to sponsor the luncheon, continuing our commitment to supporting the professionals who deliver public and affordable housing throughout Florida. #DarrowEverett #FAHRO #AffordableHousing #EmploymentLaw #PublicRecords #FloridaLaw

On Tuesday, March 10, DarrowEverett Partner Tim Conlon will be the leading presenter for the Edward Gallogly Inn of Court program, “Artificial Intelligence in the Legal Profession: Practical, Ethical, and Strategic Considerations.” This seminar, which is being held live in Wrentham, Mass., and streamed nationally, will go "hands on" to address the practical, ethical, and strategic use of AI in legal practice — to provide working attorneys a realistic, useful look at how AI is already impacting depositions, litigation workflows, and firm operations — and how to engage with these tools responsibly. Conlon's family law practice has long intersected with technology, making his input valuable for attendees. The Gallogly Inn has had him present at its March seminars since 2022, addressing technology and the law. This year, the Inn is making the presentation available to guest attorneys, and joining with trial attorneys from both the plaintiff and defense sides in Massachusetts. Proceeds from the event will help fund the Gallogly Inn’s Scholarship fund. 🔗Attorneys interested in attending either virtually or in-person can register here: monkeylink.co/927a72 🔑Use code: GalloglyGuest #DarrowEverett #LegalInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence #EthicsInLaw #MassachusettsLaw #InnOfCourt

DarrowEverett advised a private investment firm and its portfolio company on a multi-phase acquisition program involving the rollup of retail locations across four states. The matter reflects our team’s experience executing high-volume, multi-jurisdictional transactions that integrate M&A strategy, regulatory licensing compliance, and real estate coordination to support seamless operational continuity. Swipe through for the full transaction breakdown and deal team details. 👏 Thank you to Zachary G. Darrow, Andrew S. Mello, Daniel P. Meyer, Samantha Vasco, Michael J. Raposa, Gabriela Dupuis and Jordan Cesana for leading and supporting our firm’s work on this matter. #DarrowEverett #RepresentativeMatters #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateLaw