Practice Areas
We processes cases from various practice areas.
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LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LAW
Song Law Firm is a specialized law firm for both employers and employees in labor and employment law. In today’s fast-changing work environment, we provide comprehensive legal solutions for all labor-related issues. We actively handle unfair dismissal, wage disputes, violations of working conditions, workplace harassment, sexual harassment, and discrimination, while also helping employers minimize legal risks and maintain stable HR management.
We go beyond simple litigation. Song Law Firm carefully analyzes each situation and develops customized strategies tailored to the needs of both employees and employers. For employees, we provide swift and robust support to enforce their legal rights in cases of unfair treatment, wage disputes, or workplace violations. For employers, we offer preventive legal advice to avoid potential disputes in managing labor relations.
Moreover, we approach labor and employment cases from both a legal and practical perspective, considering real workplace conditions. This ensures that employees can safely exercise their rights, while employers can maintain efficient and compliant operations.
We also offer contingency fee arrangements for eligible cases, meaning that employees can pursue claims without upfront legal costs and only pay legal fees when a successful outcome is achieved. This ensures that financial concerns do not prevent employees from enforcing their rights.
Our Services
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts
Reviewing workplace rules and HR regulations
Supporting negotiation of employment terms
Protecting employees’ rights while minimizing legal risks for employers.
Claims for unpaid wages, annual leave, overtime pay, and severance
Legal support to ensure employees’ rights are upheld
Contingency fee options available for eligible claims
Addressing unfair dismissal, mass layoffs, and improper disciplinary actions
Preparing evidence, filing claims with labor commissions, and litigation
Maximizing outcomes for employees in disputes with employers.
Contingency fee arrangements possible for qualifying cases
Investigation and reporting support for harassment or discriminatory practices
Protecting employees’ rights and providing legal remedies
Supporting union formation and operations
Advising on collective agreements and labor negotiations
Mediating labor disputes
Protecting collective rights of employees and fostering fair labor relations.
Why Choose Song Law Firm
Employee Rights Advocacy
Rapid and structured support in cases of unfair dismissal, wage disputes, and workplace harassment
Contingency fee options ensure access to legal representation without financial barriers
Employer Risk Mitigation
Preventive advice and tailored solutions to minimize legal risks
Practical & Results-Oriented Strategies
Customized approaches that restore employees’ rights while ensuring stable operations for employers
Song Law Firm ensures that employees can safely exercise their rights, even without upfront legal fees, while helping employers maintain efficient and compliant workforce management.
PERSONAL INJURY
Song Law Firm’s Accident and Injury Team, drawing on a wealth of experience accumulated through handling various accident and injury cases for numerous clients, is dedicated to providing the best legal services to clients. Prioritizing customer-centered service, the team values communication with clients, promptly responds to their requests, and builds trust through transparent information provision.
Song Law Firm’s Accident and Injury Team closely monitors the ever-changing legal landscape, actively incorporating the latest legal knowledge to consistently deliver the highest level of legal services to clients.
Team members, equipped with passion and expertise, promise to swiftly and effectively meet the needs of clients in any challenging accident or injury case.
All legal consultations conducted by Song Law Firm’s Accident and Injury Team are free of charge, and there is no immediate need to pay attorney fees for their services. In the future, when receiving compensation, a certain percentage of the awarded amount will be paid as attorney fees through a contingency fee arrangement. Therefore, in cases where no compensation is obtained, there is no obligation to pay attorney fees. All accident and injury cases are unrelated to current status, allowing international students or those with incomplete documentation to receive the same legal services.
Practice Areas
Car Accidents: Car accidents can result in serious injuries or even death, even at low speeds. Additionally, injuries from an accident may not only manifest immediately but could appear days or weeks later. Handling such repercussions can be a complex process. Many car accident victims face difficulties in interactions with the police, insurance companies, medical professionals, and others. In cases where there is a lack of accurate legal knowledge, at-fault drivers may struggle to receive compensation or face challenges due to long-term injuries. Song Law Firm is dedicated to assisting such clients in receiving necessary treatment and fair compensation.
Pedestrian Accidents: It is widely known that people walking on the roads are exposed to significant risks. However, we cannot avoid walking on the roads altogether. Especially in the eastern United States, there exists an environment where many pedestrians can be vulnerable to accidents despite strict adherence to traffic rules. Pedestrian accidents result in numerous victims experiencing severe injuries and psychological trauma. Furthermore, pedestrians injured by negligent drivers often struggle to receive fair compensation. Leveraging rich experience and expertise, Song Law Firm provides assistance to victims in navigating these situations.
Taxi Accidents: Accidents involving ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft are known for their complex legal regulations. Since the emergence of ride-sharing taxi companies like Uber and Lyft, regulations have continuously evolved, leading to confusion, particularly in the eastern United States. In situations where there is a lack of accurate legal knowledge, victims of Uber or Lyft accidents often find it challenging to receive compensation. Song Law Firm strives to resolve legal issues for clients in such situations, working towards ensuring they receive fair compensation by providing professional assistance and advice. If an accident occurs in a vehicle-sharing taxi service like Uber or Lyft, it is advisable to first request a report from the police and collect contact information from all witnesses, including passengers.
If you suffer an injury at the workplace or experience work-related injuries, you have the right to compensation for medical expenses and wage loss under workers’ compensation laws. Most employers, including those who employ workers for more than 40 hours per week, are required to have workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. This insurance is designed to compensate for the costs of employee injuries and wage loss, regardless of fault for the injury.
However, it’s not uncommon for employers or insurance companies to raise objections to workers’ compensation claims. In such cases, injured employees may find it challenging to receive the compensation they deserve. At Song Law Firm, we provide assistance to individuals facing these difficulties, aiming to help them navigate the complexities of workers’ compensation claims.
Every year, numerous people seek medical attention after suffering serious injuries from slip-and-fall accidents. Slip and fall accidents can result in severe injuries such as fractures, sprains, and traumatic brain injuries. These accidents fall under the protection of premises liability law, and if a person is injured due to a defect in someone else’s property, the property owner may be held responsible for compensation.
While many people may choose to overlook injuries sustained in slip and fall accidents, it is crucial to seek the assistance of an attorney if an injury occurs. Even though it’s common for people to let such incidents pass without taking legal action, if you’ve been injured, it’s advisable to consult with a lawyer. At Song Law Firm, our team of top-notch experts is dedicated to assisting clients in such cases.
Song Law Firm empathizes with the added emotional and financial distress that can arise for families who have lost a loved one unexpectedly. For this reason, we assist in the legal proceedings related to wrongful death to ensure that surviving family members receive appropriate compensation. Wrongful death can occur due to the fault, negligence, or illegal actions of another person and can be caused by various factors such as medical malpractice, workplace accidents, car accidents, or falls.
Losing a loved one is an immensely painful experience that can only be healed with time and mutual care. However, Song Law Firm aims to help minimize financial losses by pursuing legal actions against responsible parties and providing assistance. Through these efforts, we strive to offer any possible support to the family during these difficult times.
Visit the Hospital: Even if symptoms of serious injuries such as spinal, vertebral, traumatic brain injuries, fractures, etc., are not immediately apparent, it is crucial to visit a hospital as soon as possible after the accident to receive a medical diagnosis.
Document Injuries: With the assistance of the police, create an accident report and document your condition and symptoms. Take as many photos as possible of the injured areas and the damaged vehicle and keep them for reference.
Do Not Respond to the Other Party’s Insurance Company: The other driver’s insurance company may contact you by phone. Do not sign any documents and do not provide answers regarding your condition.
Hire an Attorney: From the perspective of the other party’s insurance company, a victim without legal representation may be an easier target. It is recommended to hire an experienced attorney who can assist the victim.
IMMIGRATION LAW
Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Immigration with Precision and Passion.
Song Law Firm’s Immigration Team has successfully represented numerous multinational corporations, individual professionals, and families across the United States and around the globe. In an era of rapidly shifting immigration policies, we provide more than just paperwork—we engineer comprehensive legal strategies tailored to your life and business goals.
By integrating advanced case management technology with deep legal expertise, we ensure every case is managed with transparency, efficiency, and the highest standards of excellence. Our reputation for handling the most complex immigration challenges has earned us the trust of clients and the respect of our peers. At Song Law Firm, we are dedicated to turning your American dream into a reality.
Practice Areas
We support corporate success by securing top talent and facilitating strategic investments.
EB-1, EB-2 (NIW), & EB-3: Permanent residency for individuals with extraordinary abilities, advanced degrees (National Interest Waiver), and professional/skilled workers.
Non-immigrant Visas (H-1B, O-1, L-1, E-2): Specialized solutions for professional workers, extraordinary ability individuals in arts/sciences, intra-company transferees, and treaty investors.
EB-5 Investment Immigration: Comprehensive counsel for investors seeking green cards through job creation and capital investment in the U.S.
We prioritize family reunification and possess the specialized expertise to overcome legal hurdles.
Family Petitions: Permanent residency for spouses, children, parents, and siblings of U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
I-601 & I-601A Waivers: High-stakes representation for overcoming grounds of inadmissibility, such as unlawful presence or prior violations.
K-1/K-3 Visas: Expedited processing for fiancé(e)s and spouses of U.S. citizens.
We provide compassionate and expert advocacy for clients in unique or sensitive circumstances.
R-1 Religious Worker Visas: Specialized immigration paths for ministers and religious professionals.
Asylum (Affirmative & Defensive): Robust legal protection for individuals seeking refuge due to persecution based on race, religion, or political opinion.
Naturalization: Guided assistance through the citizenship process, especially for clients with complex backgrounds.
When your status is at risk, we serve as a powerful shield in the courtroom.
Removal/Deportation Defense: Vigorous representation in immigration court to prevent deportation and secure your right to remain in the U.S.
Federal Appellate Litigation: Challenging administrative errors or unfair rulings through the federal court system.
Criminal-Immigration (Crimmigration) Analysis: Expert evaluation of how criminal records impact immigration status to minimize the risk of status loss.
FAMILY LAW
Compassionate Counsel, Decisive Action for Your Most Personal Matters.
At Song Law Firm, we understand that family law matters are among the most emotional and challenging experiences in a person’s life. Our dedicated family law team combines deep empathy with rigorous legal strategy to protect your interests and secure your family’s future.
Whether navigating a high-stakes divorce involving complex asset division or fighting for the welfare of your children, we provide a steady hand and expert guidance. We are committed to helping you find peace of mind and building a strong foundation for your next chapter.
Practice Areas
“Building a solid foundation for your new chapter.”
Contested & Uncontested Divorce: We handle the full spectrum of divorce cases, from complex litigated disputes to amicable mediated settlements.
Alimony Negotiations: We fight for fair spousal support arrangements, considering factors like the duration of the marriage, each party’s earning capacity, and lifestyle, ensuring you have the resources needed to move forward.
“Ensuring a fair distribution of the marital estate.”
Equitable Distribution: Navigating the laws of New Jersey and New York to fairly divide marital assets, including real estate, retirement accounts (401k/IRA), business interests, and stock options.
Forensic Accounting: In high-net-worth cases, we work with financial experts to uncover hidden assets and properly value professional practices or family businesses.
“Advocating for the best interests of your children.”
Custody Arrangements: We assist parents in establishing legal and physical custody arrangements that prioritize the child’s stability and growth.
Child Support: Utilizing state guidelines to ensure accurate support calculations that cover education, extracurricular activities, and medical needs.
Parenting Time: Crafting detailed visitation schedules that protect your parental bond and provide a clear routine for the child.
“Your safety is our absolute priority.”
Immediate Protection: We provide urgent assistance in obtaining Temporary and Final Restraining Orders (TRO/FRO) to protect victims of domestic abuse.
Defense Against False Allegations: We also represent those wrongfully accused of domestic violence, protecting them from the devastating legal and personal consequences of a false Order of Protection.
“Protecting assets and providing clarity before or during marriage.”
Strategic Drafting: Creating legally enforceable agreements that define separate and marital property, protecting pre-marital wealth and outlining future expectations to prevent litigation down the road.
“Legal safeguards for those who cannot protect themselves.”
Protecting the Incapacitated: We help families secure legal guardianship for elderly relatives or disabled adult children, granting the legal authority necessary to manage their healthcare and financial affairs.
“A unique path to legal residency for vulnerable youth.”
Juvenile Protection: We assist undocumented minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by a parent. We secure the necessary findings from the Family Court to allow the child to apply for a Green Card under the SIJS program, combining our expertise in both Family and Immigration Law.
CRIMINAL LAW
Strategic Advocacy When Your Liberty Matters Most.
Facing criminal charges is a life-altering event that threatens your reputation, your career, and your fundamental freedom. At Song Law Firm, our criminal defense team serves as an unwavering shield between you and the overwhelming power of the prosecution. From the critical moments of the initial investigation to high-stakes courtroom litigation, we are dedicated to protecting your constitutional rights at every turn. Leveraging our extensive trial experience and meticulous legal analysis, we provide the aggressive and sophisticated representation necessary to secure the best possible outcome for your future.
Practice Areas
Not Just a Mistake—A Battle of Science and Law
When arrested for DUI/DWI, most individuals feel a sense of hopelessness. It is easy to assume that because a breathalyzer reading exceeded the legal limit, a conviction is inevitable. However, at Song Law Firm, our perspective is different: “A police report is not a verdict, machines can malfunction, and procedural errors happen.”
DUI defense is one of the most scientifically complex areas of criminal law. We do not simply plead for leniency; we aim to dismantle the prosecution’s case to secure a Dismissal or a Not Guilty verdict by challenging the scientific evidence and the legality of the police procedure.
Song Law Firm’s 3-Tier Defense Strategy
1. Constitutional Challenges to the Traffic Stop
Every DUI case begins the moment the police lights turn on. The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. For a stop to be legal, an officer must have “Probable Cause” or “Reasonable Suspicion.”
Illegal Stops: Pulling a driver over simply for driving late at night near a bar, or based on a hunch without a specific traffic violation, is unconstitutional.
Lane Deviations: A momentary lane deviation or minor weaving does not automatically indicate intoxication. If road conditions, weather, or navigation adjustments caused the movement, the stop may be invalid.
The Result: If the initial stop is ruled illegal, all evidence gathered subsequently—the smell of alcohol, slurred speech, field sobriety tests, and breathalyzer results—is considered “Fruit of the Poisonous Tree” and must be suppressed. Without evidence, the case is dismissed.
2. Impeaching Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs)
Officers ask drivers to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (Walk-and-Turn, One-Leg Stand, HGN). These are subjective evaluations, not scientific proofs.
Physical & Environmental Factors: If a client has flat feet, arthritis, is overweight, or if the road was sloped, gravelly, or poorly lit, failure is likely due to these conditions, not alcohol.
Psychological Factors: The extreme nervousness and anxiety of being confronted by armed police officers can cause anyone to fumble or lose balance. We analyze body-cam footage frame-by-frame to highlight these factors to the judge or prosecutor.
3. Scientific Challenges to the Alcotest & Breathalyzers
The machine that produces the BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) number is not infallible. Breathalyzers used in New Jersey and New York (such as the Alcotest 7110/9510) require rigorous maintenance.
The 20-Minute Observation Rule: Police must observe the suspect for at least 20 minutes prior to the test to ensure no burping, vomiting, or regurgitation occurs. If this rule is violated, “Mouth Alcohol” can cause a falsely high reading.
Calibration & Maintenance Records: We subpoena thousands of pages of data logs to ensure the machine was properly calibrated, the simulator solution was changed on schedule, and no software errors occurred.
Physiological Defenses: Medical conditions such as GERD (Acid Reflux), Diabetes, or strict low-carb diets (Ketosis) can create “false positives” on breathalyzers. We utilize medical experts to prove these biological factors.
A Dual Battle of Criminal & Civil Consequences
Domestic violence cases are unique because they often involve two simultaneous legal battles: a Criminal Case and a Civil Restraining Order Case. An accusation can lead to immediate eviction from your home, loss of custody of your children, and jeopardy to your employment.
This field is often a battle of credibility—”He said, She said.” Without immediate and strategic intervention, the damage can be irreversible.
Song Law Firm’s In-Depth Defense Solutions
1. Defending Against the Restraining Order (TRO/FRO)
Upon a complaint, a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) is often issued immediately. About 10 days later, a Final Restraining Order (FRO) Hearing is held to decide if it becomes permanent. This hearing is critical.
Cross-Examination: We rigorously cross-examine the plaintiff to expose inconsistencies, contradictions with past statements, and exaggerations.
Evidence Gathering: We compile text messages, emails, call logs, and witness testimonies from neighbors or relatives to prove the allegations are false or that the incident was a mutual dispute.
Preventing the FRO: If an FRO is granted, the defendant is fingerprinted, photographed, and entered into a permanent national domestic violence registry. We fight tirelessly to prevent this outcome.
2. Criminal Defense: Self-Defense & Intent
Separately from the restraining order, we defend you against criminal charges like assault or harassment.
Self-Defense: Many domestic incidents involve mutual altercations where the accused was actually defending themselves. We work to establish the true timeline of events.
Lack of Intent: We aim to prove that any physical contact was accidental or lacked the criminal intent required for a conviction.
3. Strategic Resolution: Civil Restraints
In some cases, negotiation is superior to a trial. We can negotiate “Civil Restraints” with the opposing counsel. This is an agreement where the plaintiff drops the restraining order in exchange for a mutual agreement to avoid contact. This allows our client to walk away without a permanent registry entry or a criminal record.
The Frontline of Constitutional Rights
Charges for Possession, Distribution, or Manufacturing of Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) are treated severely. However, more than 90% of drug cases hinge on the legality of the Search and Seizure. Just because the police found drugs does not mean the evidence is admissible in court.
Song Law Firm specializes in Fourth Amendment litigation, identifying police misconduct to suppress evidence.
Song Law Firm’s Evidence Suppression Strategy
1. Motion to Suppress Evidence
This is the most powerful tool in drug defense. We scrutinize the police report for constitutional violations.
Warrantless Searches: Did the police search your car trunk or home without a warrant and without a valid exception (like exigent circumstances)?
Coerced Consent: If an officer threatened you (“Let us search or we’ll tear the car apart”), your consent was not voluntary, and the search is illegal.
The Result: If the judge grants our motion, the drugs are suppressed. Without the physical evidence, the prosecution cannot prove their case, leading to a Dismissal.
2. Challenging “Possession”
The presence of drugs in a car or house does not automatically mean they belong to you.
Constructive Possession: If drugs were found in a shared vehicle or a common area of an apartment, we argue that the client did not have knowledge of or control over the substance. “Sharing a space does not mean sharing criminal liability.”
3. Drug Court & Diversionary Programs (PTI)
If the client is struggling with addiction, treatment is the priority. We advocate for admission into Drug Court or Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI). These programs allow clients to avoid prison and, upon successful completion of treatment, have the charges dismissed and the record expunged.
Not “Petty” Crimes—Threats to Your Future
Many underestimate the severity of Shoplifting or simple theft. However, under U.S. immigration law, theft is often classified as a Crime Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMT). A single conviction can lead to visa revocation, deportation, or denial of citizenship. It is also a major red flag on employment background checks.
Song Law Firm’s Zero-Tolerance Defense
1. Proving Lack of Criminal Intent
Theft requires the specific intent to permanently deprive the owner of property.
Mistake of Fact: Forgetting to scan an item at self-checkout, a child placing an item in a bag, or overlooking an item on the bottom of a cart is not a crime. We use CCTV footage to prove this was an “Honest Mistake,” not a criminal act.
2. Attacking Insufficient Evidence
Loss Prevention Officers (LPOs) often violate protocol or make hasty detentions.
Broken Surveillance: An LPO must maintain “continuous observation” from the moment the item is taken until the suspect leaves. If they looked away or lost sight of you, we argue that the item could have been put back, creating reasonable doubt.
3. Immigration-Safe Pleas
For non-citizen clients, our criminal and immigration attorneys collaborate closely.
If a dismissal is not possible, we negotiate to downgrade the charge to a municipal ordinance or a specific offense that does not trigger deportation or inadmissibility under immigration law.
Fighting Social Stigma with Facts
Sex crime allegations act as a “social death sentence,” destroying careers, families, and reputations instantly. A conviction can lead to registration under Megan’s Law, restricting where you can live and exposing your identity to the community.
Defense in this area is difficult, often relying on “he said, she said,” but Song Law Firm fights to uncover the truth through rigorous forensic analysis.
Song Law Firm’s Specialized Defense
1. Impeaching Credibility
When physical evidence is scarce, the case turns on credibility.
Exposing Inconsistencies: We analyze police statements, text messages, and social media history to find contradictions in the accuser’s story.
Motive Analysis: We investigate potential ulterior motives, such as leverage in a divorce, financial gain, or personal vendettas.
2. Forensics & Digital Evidence
Proving Consent: We recover deleted texts, emails, or call logs that demonstrate a consensual or friendly relationship before and after the alleged incident.
DNA & Medical Records: We challenge the chain of custody of DNA evidence and utilize medical reports to show a lack of physical trauma consistent with the allegations.
3. Megan’s Law Tier Mitigation
If a conviction occurs, the battle is not over. We represent clients at Megan’s Law Hearings to present expert psychological testimony proving low risk of recidivism. Our goal is to secure a Tier 1 classification, which has the lowest level of community notification and restriction.
Erasing the Past, Opening the Future
A past arrest or conviction can haunt you for years, blocking employment, loans, housing, and education. New Jersey and New York laws offer a “second chance” to those who qualify.
Song Law Firm’s Expungement Services
1. Eligibility Diagnosis
Not every record can be cleared. We perform a precise analysis based on the type of crime, the number of convictions, and the time elapsed since the sentence was completed, utilizing the latest “Clean Slate” laws to find a path for you.
2. Complete Deletion & Sealing
Once we secure an Expungement Order, we ensure it is served to the FBI, State Police, Courts, and Detention Centers to remove your data.
Legal Effect: Once expunged, the arrest or conviction is deemed not to have occurred. You can legally answer “No” when asked if you have a criminal record on job applications.
3. Fast & Accurate Processing
Expungement petitions are bureaucratic and easily rejected due to minor errors. Song Law Firm leverages its experience to process your petition quickly, helping you reclaim your “Clean Record.”
LITIGATION
“Securing Victory Through Meticulous Legal Analysis and Commanding Advocacy.”
Prevention. Protection. Victory.
At Song Law Firm, our primary objective is the Prevention of legal disputes. We proactively anticipate potential risks in our clients’ businesses and personal lives to avoid litigation whenever possible.
However, when a dispute becomes inevitable, we are unrelenting. We utilize every legal tool available—from early negotiation and mediation to binding arbitration and full-scale litigation—to protect our clients’ interests. Our attorneys are Trial Lawyers who are not afraid of the courtroom. Drawing on extensive experience in high-stakes evidentiary battles and jury trials, we fight until we secure the best possible outcome for you.
Practice Areas
Restoring your rightful claims in matters ranging from personal disputes to complex property rights.
Breach of Contract: Recovering damages and enforcing rights in various contractual relationships, including real estate transactions, loans, and service agreements.
Torts: Holding opposing parties accountable for physical, financial, or reputational harm caused by negligence, fraud, or defamation.
A strategic partner dedicated to protecting corporate interests and ensuring business continuity.
Business Disputes: Swiftly resolving B2B conflicts, including supply chain issues, non-payment, and unfair competition, to minimize operational risk.
Trade Secrets & IP: Taking aggressive legal action, including injunctions, to protect core corporate assets such as trade secrets, trademarks, and intellectual property.
Demonstrating true expertise in high-stakes cases involving multiple parties and intricate legal theories.
Multi-Jurisdictional Cases: Navigating complex jurisdictional issues and managing extensive discovery procedures across multiple states or nations.
Expert Testimony: Collaborating with top-tier experts in accounting, engineering, and medicine to construct scientifically sound and persuasive arguments for the court.
Representing groups of victims against large corporations or institutions to achieve justice.
Consumer Protection: Seeking accountability and compensation for mass torts involving defective products, false advertising, or data breaches affecting a large number of consumers.
Employment & Wage: Organizing collective legal action for workers facing wage theft, discrimination, or systemic unfair labor practices.
Pragmatically resolving conflicts between business partners—often called “Business Divorces”—without unnecessary emotional toll.
Dissolution & Asset Distribution: Fairly negotiating asset valuation and equitable distribution during the dissolution of a partnership.
Breach of Fiduciary Duty: Pursuing legal liability for embezzlement, mismanagement, or self-dealing by a partner to recover losses.
Safeguarding shareholder rights against infringement by management or majority stakeholders.
Minority Oppression: Protecting minority shareholders from the tyranny of the majority and exercising fair buyout rights.
Derivative Suits: Initiating legal action on behalf of the corporation against management or directors for misconduct or negligence that harmed the company.
Upholding the presumption of innocence in critical cases involving personal liberty and corporate reputation.
White-Collar Crime: Providing specialized defense strategies for corporate crimes such as embezzlement, fraud, and financial misconduct.
General Defense: Intervening from the initial investigation stage to prevent indictment and securing acquittals through vigorous trial defense.
Pursuing swift and cost-effective dispute resolution outside the courtroom.
ADR Experts: Reaching mutually beneficial settlements through mediation and arbitration, saving significant time and costs compared to traditional litigation.
International Arbitration: Acting as specialized counsel in cross-border commercial disputes under international arbitration rules.
BUSINESS LAW, M&A
“From Inception to Exit: Your Strategic Legal Partner.”
Empowering your business growth through strategic legal counsel.
At Song Law Firm, we serve as more than just legal advisors; we are your strategic partners. From ambitious startups to established multinational corporations, we guide clients through every stage of the business lifecycle.
Whether you are structuring a new entity, negotiating high-stakes commercial contracts, or navigating a complex Merger & Acquisition (M&A), our experienced attorneys provide the insight needed to minimize risk and maximize value. We understand that every legal decision is a business decision, and we are dedicated to helping you make the right ones.
Practice Areas
Whether you are expanding through acquisition or planning a strategic exit, M&A transactions define the future of your business.
Strategic Deal Structuring: We design optimal transaction structures—Asset Purchase, Stock Purchase, or Merger—to minimize tax liabilities and legal risks.
Comprehensive Due Diligence: Our team conducts rigorous audits of target companies, uncovering hidden risks in finance, litigation, IP, and labor to strengthen your negotiating position.
Negotiation to Closing: From drafting the Letter of Intent (LOI) to the final closing table, we lead the process to ensure your interests are protected at every turn.
A well-drafted contract is the best insurance against future litigation.
Tailored Governance Documents: We draft customized Shareholder Agreements, Operating Agreements, and Partnership Agreements that reflect the specific needs of your business, preventing internal disputes.
Commercial Contracts: We review and negotiate crucial business contracts, including Vendor Agreements, Distribution Deals, Licensing Agreements, and NDAs, ensuring clear terms and robust protection.
Maintaining proper corporate records is essential for preserving the “Corporate Veil” and protecting personal assets.
Regulatory Compliance: We assist in preparing and maintaining essential corporate records, such as Board Minutes, Resolutions, and Stock Ledgers, to ensure readiness for audits or due diligence.
Bylaws & Constitution: We draft and update corporate bylaws to define clearly the duties, powers, and limitations of directors and officers.
Ensuring the legacy of your hard work continues seamlessly to the next generation.
Exit Strategies: We develop comprehensive plans for transferring ownership and management to family members or key employees while minimizing tax impacts.
Contingency Planning: Implementing Buy-Sell Agreements and other legal mechanisms to protect the business in the event of an owner’s unexpected death or disability.
As your workforce grows, clear internal policies become the first line of defense against employment disputes.
Employee Handbooks: We create up-to-date handbooks covering leave, anti-discrimination, harassment, and disciplinary procedures in compliance with federal and state labor laws.
Compliance Protocols: Establishing internal codes of ethics, data privacy policies, and whistleblower protections to manage organizational risk.
We navigate the bureaucracy so you can focus on operations.
Industry-Specific Permitting: We handle the application and renewal processes for specialized licenses, including Liquor Licenses, professional permits, and construction/zoning permits.
Administrative Defense: We represent businesses facing license suspension or revocation hearings before administrative boards.
Choosing the right legal structure is the foundation of financial efficiency and risk management.
Entity Optimization: We advise on the best entity type—C-Corp, S-Corp, LLC, LLP, or PC—based on your tax goals and liability concerns.
Restructuring: We guide established companies through restructuring, including creating holding companies, spinning off subsidiaries, or reorganizing for international expansion.
Turning your vision into a legal reality.
Full-Service Formation: We handle everything from name availability searches and Articles of Incorporation to obtaining your Federal EIN and initial state registrations.
Startup Advisory: We advise on initial equity allocation, vesting schedules, and stock option pools to set your startup on the right path.
Securing the financial future of mission-driven organizations.
501(c)(3) Representation: We expertly navigate the complex IRS application process (Form 1023) to secure tax-exempt status for charitable organizations.
Ongoing Compliance: We advise on maintaining tax-exempt status, including annual reporting (Form 990) and compliance with charitable solicitation laws.
FRANCHISE LAW
“Strategic Counsel for Franchisors & Franchisees.”
Empowering your business growth through expert franchise legal services.
Franchise law is a complex hybrid of federal FTC regulations and varying state statutes. Song Law Firm possesses the specialized knowledge to guide both Franchisors seeking to expand their brand and Franchisees investing in their future.
From drafting the massive Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) to litigating disputes over territory encroachment, our attorneys are proven winners in the field of franchise law.
Practice Areas
Building a scalable legal framework for brand expansion.
FDD Preparation: We draft comprehensive Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD) that comply with FTC regulations, meticulously outlining fees, territory rights, and obligations.
State Registration: Navigating the complex registration requirements of various “Registration States” to ensure your franchise offering is legally authorized for sale.
Operations Manual Review: We review operational guidelines to protect brand standards while minimizing “joint-employer” liability risks.
Structuring your business for protection and growth.
Asset Protection: Establishing Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) or Corporations to shield personal assets from business liabilities and lawsuits.
Tax Efficiency: Advising on the optimal corporate structure (S-Corp vs. C-Corp) to maximize tax benefits for franchise owners.
Navigating the complexities of buying or selling a franchise unit.
Asset Purchase Agreements (APA): Drafting robust contracts for the sale of existing units, covering key money, inventory valuation, and lease assignments.
Transfer Approval: Guiding clients through the franchisor’s rigorous approval process, including transfer fee negotiations and training requirements.
Identifying red flags before you sign.
FDD Risk Analysis: We dissect the FDD to expose hidden costs, restrictive sourcing mandates, and lack of territory exclusivity (Item 12) that could threaten your profitability.
Financial Due Diligence: Analyzing the franchisor’s financial statements to ensure you are partnering with a solvent and stable company.
Securing favorable terms beyond the “Standard Contract.”
Negotiating Addendums: We negotiate riders to the standard Franchise Agreement to secure protections such as renewal rights, caps on transfer fees, and reduced non-compete periods.
Master Franchise Agreements: Structuring complex deals for Area Developers or Master Franchisees who control entire regions or territories.
Protecting your rights when the relationship sours.
Notice to Cure: Assisting franchisors in issuing proper default notices, or defending franchisees against unwarranted termination threats by proving compliance.
Wrongful Termination Defense: seeking injunctions to stop franchisors from terminating agreements without “good cause” in violation of state franchise relationship laws.
Planning a secure and cost-effective departure.
Early Termination Negotiation: Minimizing liability for “Liquidated Damages” and future lease payments if a franchise must close before the term ends.
Non-Compete Relief: challenging overly broad non-compete clauses to ensure former franchisees can continue to work in their industry after leaving the system.
Aggressive advocacy in franchise-specific disputes.
Fraud & Misrepresentation: Representing franchisees who were misled by false financial performance representations (Item 19 violations) during the sales process.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): efficiently managing mandatory arbitration and mediation proceedings to resolve disputes cost-effectively.
Safeguarding the brand’s most valuable assets.
Trademark Registration: Securing federal protection for logos, slogans, and trade names with the USPTO and policing against infringement.
Trade Secret Protection: Implementing strict Confidentiality Agreements (NDAs) to prevent the theft of proprietary recipes, customer lists, and business methods by competitors or former franchisees.
BANKRUPTCY
“Bankruptcy is not the end. It is a legal beginning for a debt-free future.”
Helping Individuals and Businesses Reclaim Financial Freedom.
Overwhelming debt can happen to anyone due to job loss, medical emergencies, divorce, or economic downturns. At Song Law Firm, we believe that honest debtors deserve a second chance. Our bankruptcy team provides a strategic roadmap to eliminate debt, protect your hard-earned assets, and stop creditor harassment immediately.
Upon filing, the “Automatic Stay” goes into effect, instantly halting all collection activities, including lawsuits, wage garnishments, and foreclosure proceedings. We are here to guide you toward a stable financial future.
Practice Areas
“The ‘Fresh Start’ Bankruptcy: Eliminate Debt Quickly.” Chapter 7 is designed for individuals and businesses with limited income who cannot repay their debts. It offers a complete discharge of unsecured debts.
The Means Test & Exemptions: We carefully analyze your income to ensure eligibility. Crucially, we utilize federal or state Exemption Laws to protect your essential assets—such as your home, car, and retirement accounts—from being liquidated.
Total Discharge: Eliminate unsecured debts like credit card bills, medical expenses, personal loans, and certain tax obligations. Once discharged, you are legally free from these debts forever.
Speed: Most Chapter 7 cases are resolved within 3 to 6 months, allowing for a quick return to financial normalcy.
“Keep Your Business Doors Open While Restructuring Debt.” Chapter 11 allows businesses (and individuals with high debt limits) to reorganize their financial affairs while continuing daily operations as a “Debtor-in-Possession.”
Operational Continuity: Your business remains open, and management stays in control while we negotiate with creditors to lower debt payments.
Lease & Contract Renegotiation: It provides a unique opportunity to reject burdensome commercial leases or executory contracts that are dragging the business down.
Subchapter V (Small Business): We utilize the streamlined Subchapter V process for small businesses to make Chapter 11 faster, less expensive, and easier to navigate than traditional corporate bankruptcy.
“Tailored Solutions for Seasonal Incomes.” A specialized form of bankruptcy designed specifically for family farmers and fishermen whose income is seasonal and unpredictable.
Flexible Payments: Unlike other chapters, repayment plans can be structured around harvest or fishing seasons to match cash flow.
Asset Preservation: It allows farmers and fishermen to restructure debt without having to sell the land or equipment essential to their livelihood.
“Save Your Home and Consolidate Your Debt.” Designed for individuals with a regular income who want to keep their property but need time to catch up on missed payments. It is the most powerful tool to stop foreclosure.
Foreclosure Defense: Filing Chapter 13 immediately stops a sheriff’s sale. It allows you to cure mortgage arrears over a 3-to-5-year period while keeping your home.
Consolidated Repayment Plan: We create a manageable monthly payment plan based on your disposable income. You make one payment to the Trustee, who distributes it to creditors.
Debt Elimination: At the end of the plan, remaining eligible unsecured debts are discharged tax-free.
TAX, WILL & TRUST, ESTATE PLANNING
“Safeguarding Your Legacy, Securing Your Future.”
Comprehensive Solutions for Wealth Preservation and Transfer.
At Song Law Firm, we understand that estate planning is not just about documents; it is about providing peace of mind for you and security for your loved ones. We counsel individuals and families on the critical issues of elder care, asset protection, and the tax-efficient transfer of wealth.
Whether you need to structure a complex international trust, navigate the emotional probate process, or simply ensure your children are cared for, our attorneys combine deep tax knowledge with compassionate personal attention to achieve your goals.
Practice Areas
“Shielding your hard-earned wealth from unforeseen risks.” Professionals, business owners, and property investors face constant risks from lawsuits and creditors.
Insulation Strategies: We structure your assets using Family Limited Partnerships (FLPs), LLCs, and Asset Protection Trusts to insulate personal wealth from potential malpractice suits, creditors, and divorce judgments.
“Passing on more value to your loved ones, less to the IRS.” We create a strategic roadmap for transferring wealth across generations.
Tax Efficiency: Utilizing Lifetime Gift Tax Exemptions and Generation-Skipping Transfer (GST) strategies to minimize Federal and State Estate Taxes.
Business Succession: Drafting Buy-Sell Agreements and equity transfer plans to ensure your family business survives the transition without being crippled by taxes or disputes.
“Navigating the court process so you can focus on healing.” Probate is the court-supervised process of validating a will.
Court Representation: We represent the Executor in Surrogate’s Court, handling all filings to prove the validity of the Last Will and Testament.
Administrative Ease: We guide you through the bureaucratic maze of appointing fiduciaries and obtaining the legal authority (Letters Testamentary) needed to manage the deceased’s assets.
“From asset collection to final distribution.” While probate handles the court, administration handles the assets.
Settling the Estate: We assist Executors in identifying assets, paying off valid debts, filing final tax returns (Form 706), and ensuring the remaining assets are distributed to beneficiaries exactly as the decedent intended.
“Defending your rightful inheritance.” When family disputes arise over a will or trust, you need aggressive representation.
Will Contests: We challenge (or defend) wills based on grounds of Undue Influence, Lack of Testamentary Capacity, or Fraud.
Fiduciary Litigation: We represent beneficiaries in actions against Executors or Trustees for mismanagement, embezzlement, or breach of fiduciary duty.
“Legal protection for the vulnerable.”
Minors: Designating guardians to care for your young children if something happens to you.
Incapacitated Adults: Petitioning the court to appoint a legal guardian for an elderly parent or disabled family member who can no longer manage their own personal and financial affairs.
“Your voice when you cannot speak for yourself.”
Durable Power of Attorney: Designating a trusted agent to manage your finances, pay bills, and handle real estate if you become incapacitated.
Advance Directives: Creating Living Wills and Health Care Proxies to ensure your end-of-life medical preferences are respected and followed.
“Proactive strategies for income and capital gains.”
Strategic Advice: We advise on the timing of asset sales, charitable giving, and retirement distributions to minimize Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax liabilities, ensuring your wealth grows efficiently.
“The blueprints for your legacy.”
Wills: The essential document for asset distribution and guardianship.
Trusts: Powerful tools to avoid probate, maintain privacy, and save taxes.
Revocable Living Trusts: Maintain control during your life, avoid probate at death.
Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts (ILIT): Remove life insurance proceeds from your taxable estate.
“Expertise across borders.”
FBAR & FATCA Compliance: We specialize in helping US persons with foreign accounts (e.g., in Korea) navigate reporting requirements and the IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures to avoid severe penalties.
Cross-Border Inheritance: Resolving complex issues regarding double taxation and reporting obligations when inheriting assets from abroad.
LANDLORD-TENANT MATTERS
“Protecting Investments for Landlords, Securing Homes for Tenants.”
Expert Legal Guidance in Complex Property Disputes.
Landlord-tenant disputes are among the most contentious areas of law, involving strict procedural rules and emotionally charged situations. At Song Law Firm, our attorneys have extensive experience representing both property owners and renters in residential and commercial disputes.
Whether you are a Landlord seeking to evict a non-paying tenant and protect your property value, or a Tenant fighting against wrongful eviction and uninhabitable conditions, we provide the aggressive and knowledgeable representation you need to secure your rights.
Practice Areas
“Prevention is better than cure.”
We draft and review robust lease agreements that clearly define responsibilities regarding maintenance, pets, subletting, and renewals, closing loopholes that often lead to disputes.
“Swift action for overdue rent.”
For Landlords: We handle the entire eviction process, from serving the “Notice to Cease” to filing the “Summary Dispossess” complaint, ensuring strict procedural compliance to avoid delays in recovering possession.
For Tenants: We defend against eviction by proving valid legal defenses, such as the landlord’s failure to maintain the property (Marini Defense) or improper notice.
“When a tenant refuses to leave.”
If a tenant stays past their lease term or violates lease conditions (other than non-payment), we initiate holdover proceedings to legally evict them and recover “use and occupancy” damages for the unauthorized stay.
“Fair resolution for the final account.”
Tenant Rights: We sue for the return of security deposits (plus statutory double damages) when landlords wrongfully withhold funds or fail to provide an itemized deduction list within 30 days.
Landlord Defense: We defend landlords against frivolous claims by documenting legitimate property damages and repair costs.
“Distinguishing wear and tear from destruction.”
We pursue claims for significant damage caused by tenant negligence or malicious acts that exceed normal wear and tear, ensuring landlords are compensated for repairs.
“Ensuring safety and habitability.”
We represent tenants in claims regarding uninhabitable conditions (lack of heat, mold, pests) or injuries caused by the landlord’s negligence in maintaining safe common areas (slip and fall, security failures).
“Fighting to keep you in your home.”
We aggressively defend tenants facing eviction by challenging the landlord’s evidence, finding procedural errors in the eviction filing, or negotiating settlements that allow tenants to stay or leave on their own terms.
“Illegal lockouts have serious consequences.”
It is illegal for landlords to change locks, cut off utilities, or remove belongings without a court order. We obtain emergency court orders to restore access for tenants and sue for punitive damages.
“Defending against unjust removal.”
We challenge evictions based on false claims of lease violations or fake “owner occupancy” excuses, protecting tenants from being pushed out illegally.
“Protection against unfair punishment.”
It is illegal for a landlord to evict a tenant or raise rent in retaliation for valid complaints to government agencies about health code violations. We provide a strong defense to invalidate these unlawful actions.
“Protecting privacy and peace.”
We take legal action against landlords who violate a tenant’s right to “quiet enjoyment” through harassment, unannounced entries, or interference with privacy.
“Recovering illegal rent hikes.”
In jurisdictions with Rent Control or Rent Stabilization laws, we analyze rental history to determine if a tenant has been illegally overcharged and seek reimbursement for excess payments and penalties.
REAL ESTATE
“Navigating Complexities. Securing Your Property Rights.”
Seamless Execution from Contract to Closing Table.
Real estate transactions are often the most significant financial investments our clients make. However, they are fraught with potential pitfalls, from hidden defects in property rights to the labyrinth of federal, state, and municipal zoning regulations.
Song Law Firm’s experienced real estate attorneys are dedicated to guiding buyers, sellers, and investors through every critical stage of both residential and commercial transactions. We scrutinize the fine print, clear title defects, and mitigate liabilities, ensuring that your real estate goals are achieved smoothly, efficiently, and with maximum legal protection.
Practice Areas
“Closing deals with precision and uncompromising protection.” We provide tailored legal strategies for first-time homebuyers and seasoned commercial investors alike, managing the entire lifecycle of the transaction.
Residential Transactions:
Attorney Review & Contract Negotiation: We vigorously negotiate contract terms during the critical attorney review period to protect your earnest money deposit and outline favorable contingencies.
Inspection Negotiations: Handling structural, environmental, or termite issues discovered during inspections by negotiating repairs or closing cost credits.
Title Clearance: Conducting exhaustive title searches to uncover and resolve liens, judgments, easements, or boundary disputes before you take ownership.
Commercial Transactions:
Environmental Due Diligence: Mitigating catastrophic financial risks by reviewing Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments to ensure you do not inherit toxic cleanup liabilities.
Zoning & Land Use: Verifying that your intended business operations comply with local municipal zoning laws and securing necessary variances.
1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges: Structuring complex 1031 exchanges for investors looking to defer capital gains taxes while upgrading their real estate portfolios.
“Leveling the playing field in commercial leasing.” Commercial leases are often drafted entirely in favor of the landlord. Our attorneys dissect these lengthy documents to shift liabilities and protect your business’s bottom line.
Analyzing CAM & Triple Net (NNN) Costs: We negotiate caps on Common Area Maintenance (CAM) charges, ensuring you are not unfairly billed for capital improvements or the landlord’s administrative overhead.
Personal Guaranty Mitigation: Protecting your personal assets (home, savings) by negotiating “Good Guy Guaranties” or placing strict time/financial limits on your personal liability if the business fails.
Tenant Improvement (TI) Allowances: Securing maximum landlord contributions for your build-out and negotiating favorable terms regarding the restoration of the premises upon move-out.
Assignment & Subletting Rights: Ensuring your lease includes flexible assignment clauses so you can easily sell your business or sublease the space without unreasonable landlord interference.
“Swift resolution to protect your property and peace of mind.” When the landlord-tenant relationship breaks down, we provide aggressive representation to resolve disputes efficiently, minimizing financial loss.
Commercial Evictions & Lease Enforcement: Assisting landlords in swiftly evicting commercial tenants who default on rent or violate lease terms, and pursuing judgments for unpaid balances.
Tenant Rights & Defense: Defending residential and commercial tenants against wrongful evictions, illegal lockouts, and landlord negligence (e.g., failure to maintain a safe and habitable environment).
Security Deposit & Damage Claims: Litigating disputes over wrongfully withheld security deposits or pursuing tenants who cause significant property damage beyond normal wear and tear.
TICKET & MUNICIPAL COURT
“Paying a Ticket is Pleading Guilty. Protect Your Driving Record.”
Strategic Defense Against Points, Surcharges, and License Suspensions.
If you receive a traffic ticket in New Jersey, do not depend solely on the police officer or the court staff for advice. Simply signing the back of the ticket and mailing in the fine is legally considered “pleading guilty.” This can result in points on your driving record, skyrocketing insurance premiums that last for years, hefty state surcharges, and even the suspension of your driver’s license.
At Song Law Firm, our dedicated and experienced municipal court attorneys know exactly how the system works. We look for every possible legal avenue—from challenging the accuracy of police equipment to negotiating with municipal prosecutors—to get your fines reduced, downgrade your charges to zero-point offenses, or have the ticket dismissed entirely. We fight to minimize the impact on your life and your wallet.
Practice Areas
“Keep your record clean and your insurance rates low.”
Point Reduction Strategies: Speeding, running a red light, and failing to stop at a stop sign carry heavy points (up to 5 points in NJ). We aggressively negotiate with the prosecutor to downgrade these moving violations to zero-point offenses, such as “Unsafe Driving,” completely shielding your insurance rates.
Challenging Evidence: We hold law enforcement accountable by demanding proof of radar/laser calibration records and the officer’s certification, often uncovering technical errors that lead to case dismissals.
“Aggressive representation for high-stakes violations.”
Reckless Driving Defense: Reckless driving carries up to 5 points and potential jail time. We analyze the road conditions, weather, and traffic patterns to prove a lack of “willful or wanton disregard” for safety, striving to downgrade the charge to a lesser offense.
Accident-Related Tickets: Pleading guilty to Careless Driving after an accident can be used against you in a future civil personal injury lawsuit. We utilize “civil reservations” to ensure your municipal court outcome cannot be used as an admission of fault in civil court.
“Preventing devastating license suspensions and jail time.”
No Insurance: In New Jersey, a first offense for driving without liability insurance results in a mandatory one-year license suspension and severe fines. We meticulously review insurance cancellation notices for procedural defects to save your driving privileges.
Driving While Suspended/Revoked: This offense carries a high risk of mandatory jail time. We defend you by proving you never received proper notice of the suspension from the MVC or demonstrating that extreme emergency circumstances compelled you to drive.
“Protecting the livelihoods of professional drivers.”
CDL-Specific Strategies: CDL holders face much stricter regulations and cannot utilize standard plea bargains like the “Unsafe Driving” downgrade. We understand that a single ticket can end your career. We prepare for trial and fight relentlessly to get the charges dismissed or amended to non-moving violations that won’t trigger CDL disqualifications.
“Handling all minor criminal matters in Municipal Court.”
Local Offenses: Beyond traffic tickets, our attorneys handle all matters heard in Municipal Court, including Simple Assault, Shoplifting, Disorderly Conduct, and Noise Violations. We work to prevent these minor infractions from leaving a permanent stain on your criminal record.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
“Your Ideas are Assets. We Defend Their Value.”
From Identification to Enforcement: Strategic IP Counsel for Your Business.
In the global marketplace, intellectual property is often a company’s most valuable asset. Song Law Firm provides sophisticated IP solutions to small and mid-size companies, helping them navigate the complexities of identifying, securing, and defending their innovations and brands.
Our team has extensive experience in both the administrative aspects of IP—such as filings and registrations—and high-stakes litigation involving patent, trademark, and copyright infringement, as well as trade secrets and e-commerce disputes.
Practice Areas
“Legally securing your creative expression.” We protect original works of authorship, including software code, architectural designs, literature, and digital content.
Registration & Licensing: Establishing public record of ownership and drafting licensing agreements to monetize your creations safely.
DMCA Enforcement: Handling digital copyright issues and takedown notices for unauthorized online use.
“Securing your brand identity and market presence.” We safeguard the names, logos, and slogans that distinguish your business from the competition.
Clearance & Prosecution: Conducting comprehensive searches and filing applications with the USPTO.
Monitoring & Opposition: Watching for infringing marks and representing clients in Opposition or Cancellation proceedings.
“Transforming innovation into exclusive legal rights.” We help inventors and companies secure patents for new processes, machines, and ornamental designs.
Patent Prosecution: Drafting technical specifications and responding to USPTO Office Actions to secure Utility and Design patents.
“Protecting your confidential competitive advantages.” We provide strategies to protect valuable non-public information, such as formulas, customer lists, and proprietary algorithms.
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): Drafting and enforcing agreements that prevent the unauthorized use of your “secret sauce.”
“Managing legal risks in the data-driven economy.” Assisting businesses in complying with evolving data protection laws (like GDPR and CCPA) and managing the legal fallout of data breaches.
“Aggressive advocacy in and out of the courtroom.” Representing clients in complex lawsuits involving patent/trademark/copyright infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and counterfeiting. We handle disputes in federal and state courts, as well as before administrative bodies.
BANKING & FINANCE LAW
BANKING & FINANCE LAW
“Guiding the Flow of Capital with Legal Precision and Strategic Insight.”
Sophisticated Solutions for Financial Institutions, Corporations, and Individuals.
The financial sector is the backbone of the global economy, governed by a labyrinth of stringent regulations and dynamic market forces. Song Law Firm’s Banking & Finance practice, established at the very dawn of our firm, has grown into a premier destination for high-stakes financial legal services.
We serve as trusted advisors to a diverse clientele, including commercial banks, investment firms, pension funds, insurance companies, and high-net-worth individuals. Whether representing a Lender in securing a multi-million dollar asset or a Borrower navigating a complex corporate restructuring, we ensure that every transaction is legally sound and strategically optimized.
Practice Areas
“Structuring large-scale capital raises with precision.”
We facilitate the flow of capital for corporate operations, expansions, and acquisitions.
Commercial Lending: We draft and negotiate comprehensive loan agreements, security agreements, and UCC filings to ensure that the lender’s interests are fully perfected and protected.
Syndicated Finance: Representing lead agents or participating banks in complex arrangements where multiple financial institutions collaborate to provide a single large-scale loan to a borrower.
“Driving liquidity in the residential and commercial mortgage markets.”
Our firm assists clients in the lifecycle of mortgage products, from origination to the secondary market.
Mortgage Banking: Advising on the origination, servicing, and legal compliance of residential and commercial mortgages.
Securitization: We guide clients through the process of pooling debt (such as mortgages) and converting them into tradable securities (MBS). We handle the formation of Special
“Powering major development and construction projects.”
We provide the financial legal framework for significant real estate ventures that go beyond simple acquisitions.
Construction Loans: Drafting draw-down schedules, monitoring milestones, and ensuring lien waivers are in place to manage the unique risks of ground-up developments.
Mezzanine & Bridge Financing: Structuring subordinate debt and short-term “gap” financing to complete the capital stack for complex real estate portfolios.
“Navigating the evolving landscape of federal and state financial laws.”
In an era of increasing oversight, we help financial institutions stay ahead of the curve.
Federal Oversight: Advising on compliance with the Dodd-Frank Act, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regulations, and the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & KYC: Assisting firms in developing robust Internal Control Systems and “Know Your Customer” protocols to prevent financial crimes and avoid devastating regulatory penalties.
“Preserving value and providing exits during financial distress.”
When loans face the risk of default, we step in to provide strategic alternatives to litigation or foreclosure.
Workouts: Negotiating out-of-court agreements between creditors and debtors to modify loan terms, extend maturity dates, or restructure interest rates.
Corporate Restructuring: Guiding businesses through recapitalization or asset liquidations to restore financial health, often working in tandem with our bankruptcy and litigation teams for the best possible outcome.
EDUCATION LAW
EDUCATION LAW
“Ensuring the Doors of Opportunity Stay Open for Your Child.”
Dedicated Advocacy from Grade School to Graduate School.
Education is a lifetime investment, and any dispute or disciplinary issue can permanently derail a student’s future. At Song Law Firm, we specialize in protecting the interests and rights of students and their families across all levels of academia.
Our attorneys provide effective preventative action to stop disputes from escalating and fight aggressively to ensure fair treatment. Whether dealing with administrative hurdles or active threats to safety, we ensure that a deserving student’s life goals remain within reach.
Practice Areas
“Protecting students from physical, verbal, and invisible digital threats.” Bullying is no longer just “kids being kids.” In the digital age, harassment can follow a student 24/7. When schools fail to act, legal intervention is necessary.
We issue formal demand letters to school administrations to trigger immediate investigations. We ensure schools comply with “Anti-Bullying Bills of Rights” and state-mandated policies. Our team advocates for the removal of the bully, pursues disciplinary action against aggressors, and, if necessary, explores civil litigation against responsible parties for emotional or physical damages.
“Ensuring every student has an equal right to learn, regardless of their background.” It is a violation of federal and state law for a student to be excluded from educational opportunities or treated unfairly based on race, religion, gender, disability, or national origin.
Based on federal civil rights laws (such as Title VI and Title IX), we file claims against school districts or universities to stop discriminatory practices. Whether it involves unfair admissions denials, scholarship cancellations, or exclusion from athletic programs, we work to restore the student’s rightful status and secure remedial measures.
“Preventing academic hurdles from turning into immigration crises.” For international students, a school is more than just an educator; it is their visa sponsor. An administrative mistake or a disciplinary record can trigger a deportation crisis.
In cases of Academic Probation or code of conduct violations that threaten SEVIS termination, we negotiate with the Designated School Official (DSO) to maintain F-1 or J-1 status. If status has already been lost, we assist in filing for Reinstatement with USCIS or identify legal alternatives to allow the student to complete their degree.
“The school must be the safest place in a child’s world.” We advocate for students threatened by unsafe premises, inappropriate conduct by staff, or inadequate supervision.
We investigate liability in cases of accidents caused by negligent facility maintenance. Furthermore, if a student is a victim of harassment or misconduct by a faculty member, we protect the student’s testimony, ensure proper reporting to authorities, and hold the institution accountable for failing to provide a safe environment.
“Ensuring disabilities are met with accommodations, not barriers.” Every child is entitled to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) tailored to their unique needs.
We review and advocate for the proper implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and 504 Plans. If a school district fails to provide necessary services—such as one-on-one aides or specialized therapy—we initiate “Due Process Hearings” to secure the student’s legal entitlements.
“Protecting a student’s permanent record from the fallout of a single mistake.” Suspensions and expulsions leave a lasting stain on academic records, jeopardizing future college admissions and career opportunities.
We represent students at disciplinary hearings, cross-examine evidence, and challenge procedural errors. Our goal is to mitigate penalties—such as converting an expulsion into a voluntary transfer—and negotiate the “expungement” of disciplinary records after a certain period of time.
“Constitutional rights do not stop at the schoolhouse gate.” We protect students against overreach regarding freedom of speech, privacy, and the right to due process.
We challenge unconstitutional searches of student property (phones, lockers, bags) and fight against the suppression of peaceful student expression. We ensure that when a student is accused of a violation, they are provided with the full “Due Process” they are legally owed.
“Levelling the playing field for students with diverse learning needs.” Students with documented disabilities often face unfair disadvantages in standardized testing environments.
Utilizing medical documentation for conditions such as ADHD, dyslexia, or physical disabilities, we secure accommodations (e.g., extended time, private rooms, assistive technology) for standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, LSAT, GRE, and professional licensing exams. We handle the entire application and appeal process if accommodations are denied.
INSURANCE DEFENSE LITIGATION
“Defending Insurers with Precision, Reliability, and Meticulous Advocacy.”
Strategic Risk Management Rooted in Extensive Experience.
Song Law Firm has a long-standing history of representing major national insurance companies, earning a reputation for distinction in the complex realm of insurance defense. Our deep understanding of insurance policies and the nuances of state-level judicial interpretations allows us to anticipate our clients’ needs before they even arise.
We provide a trusted source for skilled defense, characterized by efficient, reliable, and meticulous litigation. From initial investigation to final trial, we focus on minimizing exposure and protecting the financial interests of our insurance partners.
Practice Areas
“Protecting insurers from the vast spectrum of liability risks.”
We handle claims arising from daily business activities. By conducting rapid on-site investigations and analyzing surveillance, we establish a defense that the insured met the standard of care. We excel in dismissing “Slip and Fall” cases by proving the lack of “notice” regarding the alleged hazard.
“Specialized defense strategies for high-traffic environments.”
We defend retail giants and restaurants by leveraging their safety protocols and inspection logs. We scrutinize plaintiff medical histories to expose fraudulent or exaggerated claims, protecting the financial and reputational interests of our clients.
“Defending innovation through rigorous technical and legal analysis.”
We tackle complex claims regarding design or manufacturing defects. By collaborating with engineering experts, we demonstrate that the product met industry safety standards and often prove that user misuse was the proximate cause of the injury.
“Navigating fault assessment and medical complexities in vehicular accidents.”
From private vehicles to commercial fleets, we use accident reconstruction to determine true liability. We aggressively utilize Independent Medical Examinations (IME) to challenge the causation of injuries, ensuring payouts are fair and not based on pre-existing conditions.
“Meticulous evaluation of property damage and policy exclusions.”
In cases of fire or storm damage, we work with adjusters to verify the actual cash value or replacement cost. We analyze policy language to identify applicable exclusions, shielding insurers from paying out claims that fall outside the scope of coverage.
“Providing the legal bedrock for coverage decisions.”
We provide formal legal opinions on whether a specific loss is covered under the policy. Our attorneys analyze complex policy language against the latest state precedents, helping insurers navigate “Reservation of Rights” and preventing costly “Bad Faith” litigation.
“Strategic claim management to mitigate litigation exposure.”
Acting as an extension of the insurance company, we investigate and evaluate claims the moment they occur. By combining our knowledge of personal injury trends with defense strategies, we facilitate early settlements, preventing minor incidents from escalating into multi-year, high-cost lawsuits.
INTERNATIONAL LAW
INTERNATIONAL LAW
“Expanding Boundaries. Protecting Global Interests.”
Strategic Legal Counsel for an Interconnected World.
In today’s global economy, business transcends borders. However, navigating the intricate web of international treaties, national trade laws, and cultural differences remains a formidable challenge. Song Law Firm’s International Law practice handles cases with extensive breadth and depth, working tirelessly to advance the interests of American businesses abroad and international entities entering the U.S. market.
Practice Areas
“Mastering the complexities of global commerce and regulatory compliance.” Trade agreements and national laws directly influence global operations. From the sourcing of raw materials to final product approval, we provide the legal roadmap for success.
- Compliance & FDA Approval: We ensure products imported into the U.S. comply with federal regulations, including FDA and customs requirements.
- Cross-Border Agreements: Drafting and reviewing contracts that involve multiple jurisdictions, ensuring all international treaties are honored.
- Trade Dispute Resolution: Negotiating and litigating matters involving tariffs, anti-dumping, and trade barriers to further our clients’ financial goals.
- Global Expertise: With specialized knowledge of the laws and cultures of Korea, China, and Australia, we bridge the gap between diverse legal systems through our robust global network.
“Reliable dispute resolution for a globalized world.” Being involved in a legal dispute while overseas or in a different state adds layers of complexity. Our team is equipped to handle the full range of international legal issues with efficiency and force.
- Navigating Jurisdictional Challenges: We guide clients through the complexities of international lawsuits and arbitration, providing a seamless defense regardless of their physical location.
- Expert Representation: Our international trade team and global network are backed by the full resources of our firm, utilizing a proven track record to resolve high-stakes disputes through arbitration and mediation.
SECURITIES LAW
SECURITIES LAW
“Navigating Complex Regulations. Empowering Capital Growth.”
Business-Oriented Legal Solutions for the Modern Financial Market.
Song Law Firm delivers practical and sophisticated legal counsel on U.S. securities laws to an array of market participants. We bridge the gap between complex regulatory requirements and our clients’ operational goals, providing a clear path for fund managers and asset managers to thrive in the U.S. capital markets.
Practice Areas
Most securities-related disputes in the United States are resolved through specialized arbitration forums, primarily FINRA, rather than traditional courts. Song Law Firm manages the entire lifecycle of a claim—from drafting the Statement of Claim and navigating the Discovery process to providing aggressive representation at the final hearing. This forum often provides a faster, more expert-driven path to recovery for our clients.
Financial brokers have a legal mandate to recommend only those investments that are “suitable” for a client’s specific profile, including their age, financial status, investment goals, and risk tolerance. Recommending high-risk leveraged products or speculative private placements to a conservative retiree is a clear violation of suitability rules. We analyze the gap between your investment profile and your actual portfolio to prove when a broker’s advice was legally inappropriate.
Investment advisers owe their clients a rigorous “Fiduciary Duty,” meaning they must prioritize the client’s interests above their own. If an adviser recommends a product because they receive a back-end rebate, or fails to disclose a conflict of interest, they can be held liable. We scrutinize every transaction to ensure your adviser met the highest legal and ethical standards.
Churning occurs when a broker executes frequent trades in a client’s account for the primary purpose of generating commissions rather than increasing the account’s value. Using forensic techniques, we calculate the “Turnover Rate” and “Cost-to-Equity Ratio” to mathematically demonstrate that the trading activity was predatory and served no legitimate investment purpose.
Except in specific discretionary accounts, a broker is strictly prohibited from executing trades without a client’s prior consent. Even a single unauthorized trade can make the broker and their firm liable for all resulting losses. We review call logs and email records to establish a lack of authorization and fight to restore the balance of your compromised accounts.
Providing false information or withholding material facts that would influence an investment decision is fraud. We take aggressive action against brokers who downplay risks or guarantee “safe” returns on volatile investments. By auditing the marketing materials and prospectuses provided to you against the reality of the market, we build a compelling case for recovery.
Beyond the individual broker’s misconduct, brokerage firms have a systemic duty to monitor and manage their employees’ activities. If a firm failed to maintain a robust compliance system or ignored “Red Flags” of misconduct, they are liable for the damage caused. We pursue the firm directly to ensure our clients have access to a defendant with the financial capacity to pay a judgment.
Predatory financial practices targeting senior citizens are treated with extreme gravity and can result in severe legal penalties. We represent seniors and their families in cases where cognitive decline was exploited to sell complex derivatives or misappropriate assets. We are dedicated to protecting the lifelong savings of retirees from unscrupulous financial actors.
For individuals seeking to report corporate accounting fraud, insider trading, or other securities violations, we provide a secure and confidential legal framework. We manage the entire SEC reporting process, ensuring the whistleblower’s anonymity while striving to secure the 10% to 30% monetary award provided under the SEC’s bounty program.
WHY CHOOSE SONG LAW FIRM?
Forensic Data Analysis: We don’t just argue the law; we re-calculate your entire account history to provide mathematical proof of misconduct.
Client-First Strategy: We provide sophisticated, business-oriented solutions designed to recover your principal and secure your financial future.
If you have suffered investment losses that you do not understand, contact the securities experts at Song Law Firm today. Let us be your voice in the fight against financial injustice.
