Sheila Merchant Legal is a specialized law firm focusing on real estate and business law, serving clients throughout California. Founded by a Columbia Law School graduate with over 12 years of experience, the firm stands out for its client-centered approach and comprehensive legal expertise in corporate structuring, transactional real estate, and contract matters.
The firm provides strategic counsel to a diverse clientele, including startups, small to large businesses, franchises, LLCs, various corporate entities, and residential or commercial real estate participants. Sheila Merchant Legal emphasizes empowerment through education, offering each new client a complimentary 15-minute consultation to assess their needs and outline actionable legal strategies.
Services Offered
- Corporate formation and structuring
- Real estate law
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- For sale by owner (FSBO) real estate transactions and transfer deeds
- Partnership and operating agreements
- Asset protection & trusts
- Business purchases and sales
- Corporate filings and maintenance
- Trademark filings and renewals
- Franchise agreements and disclosure documents
- Escrow services
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Lease agreement negotiation
- General counsel services
- Intellectual property legal services
Sheila Merchant Legal serves clients across California, including major metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, San Diego, and Santa Barbara, among others. The firm is equipped to assist with business formation, transactional support, and complex legal negotiations, ensuring clients receive knowledgeable and responsive representation.
