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Doug Bend

Doug Bend

Legal Counsel for Entrepreneurs
  • Business Law, Real Estate Law, Trademarks ...
  • California, New York
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Biography

Doug has helped launch hundreds of companies and is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to create new businesses, jobs and products. As the founder of Bend Law Group, he’s built a firm known for being responsive, practical and deeply committed to the success of startups and small businesses.

Doug serves as a trusted guide to founders navigating high-stakes decisions—from entity formation to fast-moving deals under tight deadlines. Clients often come to him after frustrating experiences elsewhere—and stay because Doug brings what others don’t: thoughtful strategy, clear communication and the kind of follow-through that builds real trust.

Whether you’re raising a financing round or selling the company you built from scratch, Doug shows up as a true partner—someone who listens, cares and delivers. He’s known for being accessible, honest and proactive, and for providing legal advice that’s not only sound but aligned with the realities of building a business.

Doug graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Drake University with a B.A. in Political Science and History. He earned an M.A. in Political Science from the University of Nebraska and his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center.

He has been featured in The Washington Post, The Huffington Post, Fox Business, MSN, Inc., Forbes and many other outlets for his work helping entrepreneurs build legally sound businesses from day one.

Outside of work, Doug enjoys exploring the Bay Area with his wife, Joanne, their two young kids and their endlessly enthusiastic Double Doodle, Zoe.

Practice Areas
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Mergers & Acquisitions
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate
Trademarks
Trademark Registration
Entertainment & Sports Law
Intellectual Property
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
State Bar of California
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New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Legal Counsel For Entrepreneurs
Bend Law Group, PC
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Education
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. (2006) | Law
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University of Nebraska - Lincoln
M.A. (2001) | Political Science
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Drake University
B.A. (1999) | Political Science & History
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Awards
Super Lawyers
Northern California Super Lawyers
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Professional Associations
State Bar of California
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State Bar of New York
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Publications
Articles & Publications
The Six Factors For Determining A Fair Valuation Cap For Your Startup
Startup Council
How To Change The Legal Name Of A Delaware Corporation That Is Also Registered To Do Business In California
Forbes
The Top Six Startup Legal Pitfalls
Forbes
Speaking Engagements
Do the tax benefits of having an S corporation outweigh the costs for your practice?
Small Business Networking Group
The First Hires: Basics of Equity Incentive Plans for Startups, San Francisco, California
Attorney Action Club
Certifications
Lawyer
California State Bar
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New York State Bar
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Blog
BLG's Blog
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
Q. Once a corporation has been formed can shares of stock not be issued, and if so who owns the corporation?
A: You could change the ownership of the corporation by issuing shares to an officer of the corporation. To do so, I recommend that you have a stock purchase agreement, a Board consent authorizing the issuance of the shares and submit a 25102(f) securities filing for the issuance of the shares.
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Contact & Map
Bend Law Group, PC
2181 Greenwich Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
US
Telephone: (415) 633-6841
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed