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Any brilliant idea or successful business model will have its detractors. Competition abounds no matter the industry and loyal partners one day can be fierce adversaries the next. A company faced with a lawsuit needs to carefully balance the prospect of success against risk and uncertainty. Too frequently, the mere cost of pursuing litigation, both in terms of finances and the distraction associated with a lawsuit, is the deciding factor. Heath Steinbeck’s litigation practice operates… learn more »

While the economy is growing both up and out, businesses and entrepreneurs are under considerable competitive pressure to provide creative, lean and strategically sound offerings. From the crucial funding stages of a new business to the sale of an established one – and at every crossroads in between – savvy and seasoned counsel is crucial. A strong corporate and transactional legal team can streamline the process at every turn, making sure that new ideas, launches,… learn more »

While not every new idea will be the next Apple or Google, every good idea has potential. But potential only opens the door halfway. With a new business launched every minute around the globe and in increasingly crowded sectors across industries, to actualize the potential of a product or idea requires strong funding, solid leadership, and good counsel. At Heath Steinbeck, our attorneys are passionate about innovation, new ideas, and proactively leading clients along the… learn more »

With film and television studios large and small, countless soundstages and back lots and the burgeoning growth of Silicon Beach, Los Angeles is the epicenter of internet, digital media and entertainment creation, production and distribution. But the road from idea to execution involves countless deals, partnerships, regulatory approvals and licenses to stay the course, complete the project at hand and meet deadlines on time and budget. That’s where our entertainment and internet/digital media attorneys come… learn more »

Southern California is home to some of the world’s most dynamic and innovative life science, biomedical and alternative therapy pioneers. From lab to market, these companies also face some of the most grueling regulatory and reputational challenges of any industry, not to mention juggling the same competitive and strategic obstacles as any other company in today’s fast-paced economy. For these innovations to reach the people that need them, every step from discovery to sale must… learn more »