Expanding to the US isn't for the faint-hearted - it's a complex market with endless regulations and a legal system that loves paperwork. But here's the thing: most of the horror stories you've heard are avoidable when you know what you're doing. Whether you're dealing with contract disputes, visa complications, or those moments when everything seems to be going sideways - we've navigated it before.

Think of us as your US expansion support team. Stu handles legal matters being one of only a few lawyers licensed in both New Zealand and California, while Kat manages the operational complexities that often determine whether your US venture succeeds or becomes an expensive learning experience.

What we actually do: Business law, contracts, employment issues, business visas, litigation, plus all the operational stuff that doesn't fit neatly into categories - regulatory compliance, workplace issues, and business setup requirements (to name a few).

Why we're different: We're US-based professionals with permanent US operations based in Los Angeles. We understand both markets and speak both languages (literally and figuratively). 

We work exclusively with businesses and we’ll tell you upfront what we can't do. Our focus is getting your US operations built on the right foundations - because success in the US starts with making smart strategic choices early.

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