The Law of Coronavirus
With all the upheaval and social disruptions caused by the current COVID-19 pandemic, it will not take long for legal issues to rise to the top as well. We offer some very preliminary answers.
ParadigmShift Law offers digital era legal services for diverse clients — from crowdsource-funded start-ups to the Fortune 500.
We leverage cloud technology and decades of AmLaw 100 law firm partner experience to provide cutting-edge responsiveness, innovation and efficiency. Expertise, not legalese.
About
Founded in 2015 by managing partner Glenn B. Manishin, ParadigmShift Law LLP represents the premiere application of Internet technology to the practice of sophisticated business law. In today’s complex environment, validating business models and navigating the labyrinth of regulatory barriers impacting innovation takes a lawyer who can see an issue from all angles and understands the bigger business picture. Our focus is on expertise, not legalese. On demand, real-time advice is our watchword — no "it depends" or memos here. We bleed for our clients and we love startups!
Featured Blawg Posts
Still Crazy After All These Years (How Social Media Continues to Disrupt Internet Copyright Law)
There is still an inherent and unfortunately unresolved tension between U.S. law and the content-sharing functions that epitomize, social media today.
Antitrust Is About Constraining Market Power
It makes no sense — and would flatly contradict the fundamental role of antitrust in constraining abuse of market power — to jettison the long-standing music industry antitrust consent decrees without an appropriate regulatory framework to replace them.
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TESTIMONIALS
Jeffrey Huang, Co-Founder, Accelerist.com
Really experienced attorney in the tech and IP space. Has super-solid common sense; help...Read More
Jeffrey Huang, Co-Founder, Accelerist.com
Really experienced attorney in the tech and IP space. Has super-solid common sense; helped explain various outcomes logically and negotiated a solid result. 
Time.com
A leading U.S. antitrust expert.
Time.com
A leading U.S. antitrust expert.
Law360
Antitrust ace.
Law360
Antitrust ace.
Ken Wasch, President, SIIA
The best antitrust move the software industry ever made.
Ken Wasch, President, SIIA
The best antitrust move the software industry ever made.
Lisa Wade, UpCounsel Client
Truly enjoys his field and genuinely wants to help people.
Lisa Wade, UpCounsel Client
Truly enjoys his field and genuinely wants to help people.
Maurice Kelly, Owner, Matchbox Charlottesville
When it was time, he went to bat for the client, and didn't miss. Thanks Glenn!
Maurice Kelly, Owner, Matchbox Charlottesville
When it was time, he went to bat for the client, and didn't miss. Thanks Glenn!
Gustavo Medeiros, CEO, TeleUP
Excellent counselor for overcoming the complex legal obstacles confronting technology st...Read More
Gustavo Medeiros, CEO, TeleUP
Excellent counselor for overcoming the complex legal obstacles confronting technology start-ups.
Michael Streib, Managing Partner, PTBA Media Group
Outstanding legal counsel in copyright law. Glenn handled our case with pace, precision ...Read More
Michael Streib, Managing Partner, PTBA Media Group
Outstanding legal counsel in copyright law. Glenn handled our case with pace, precision and passion — huge to us. TWELVE STARS!
Loraine Bautista, VP, AMZ Lenders
Very responsive, knowledgeable and experienced! Even with our unique business demands, G...Read More
Loraine Bautista, VP, AMZ Lenders
Very responsive, knowledgeable and experienced! Even with our unique business demands, Glenn handles everything professionally and expeditiously.
Jeanette Iida, CEO, Sagejoy
A rare bird, very smart and logical, he will give you a true 'yes' or 'no' answer. No ifs...Read More
Jeanette Iida, CEO, Sagejoy
A rare bird, very smart and logical, he will give you a true 'yes' or 'no' answer. No ifs.
Wired
An antitrust expert who focuses on tech and telecom.
Wired
An antitrust expert who focuses on tech and telecom.
Anthony Chavez, CEO, Honest Appliance
We could not be more pleased with the results every time we ask for legal advice or cont...Read More
Anthony Chavez, CEO, Honest Appliance
We could not be more pleased with the results every time we ask for legal advice or contract documents. When we need an immediate response, ParadigmShift Law is there!
Dave Craft, Founder & CEO, FileFrenzy.com
A fantastic partner who navigated start-up issues from funding and intellectual property...Read More
Dave Craft, Founder & CEO, FileFrenzy.com
A fantastic partner who navigated start-up issues from funding and intellectual property to final acquisition.
Whitey Bluestein, Wireless Pioneer & Entrepreneur
As entrepreneurial as any lawyer I know.
Whitey Bluestein, Wireless Pioneer & Entrepreneur
As entrepreneurial as any lawyer I know.
Illya Lipovich, CEO, Cidersoft
Extremely pleased with Glenn's professionalism and responsiveness.
Illya Lipovich, CEO, Cidersoft
Extremely pleased with Glenn's professionalism and responsiveness.
Piper Cole, VP-Govt. Relations, Sun Microsystems
The Web 2.0 guru.
Piper Cole, VP-Govt. Relations, Sun Microsystems
The Web 2.0 guru.
Jennifer Blumberg Lazhar
Glenn was able to get the results we needed in an efficient and cost-conscious manner un...Read More
Jennifer Blumberg Lazhar
Glenn was able to get the results we needed in an efficient and cost-conscious manner under very stressful circumstances. And, he has a great sense of humor!
Mahmoud Arafa, Managing Partner, Perast Properties
Glenn is such an outstanding attorney who goes above and beyond to build a robust case. ...Read More
Mahmoud Arafa, Managing Partner, Perast Properties
Glenn is such an outstanding attorney who goes above and beyond to build a robust case. Communicating with him is a breeze. Detail oriented while never loosing focus on the big picture.
Joe Koscielniak, UpCounsel Client
Very knowledgeable and responsive. When we couldn't find anyone locally to handle our leg...Read More
Joe Koscielniak, UpCounsel Client
Very knowledgeable and responsive. When we couldn't find anyone locally to handle our legal situation, we reached out to Glenn. He gave us the peace of mind we needed and provided excellent advice and advocacy that kept us from being sued in court.
David Mallof, Telecom Investor and Entrepreneur
One of the great telecom legal minds, yet also rock-solid, sage corporate counsel for fr...Read More
David Mallof, Telecom Investor and Entrepreneur
One of the great telecom legal minds, yet also rock-solid, sage corporate counsel for frenetic start-ups. Work from Glenn is the equivalent of 2-3 toiling lawyers at a fraction of the cost.
Roberta Katz, EVP & General Counsel, Netscape
Smart, fast and strategic.
Roberta Katz, EVP & General Counsel, Netscape
Smart, fast and strategic.
Pronoy Saha, Founder & CEO, Health Technology Forum
Invaluable depth of experience with Internet and e-commerce ventures.
Pronoy Saha, Founder & CEO, Health Technology Forum
Invaluable depth of experience with Internet and e-commerce ventures.
Mateo Ward, CEO, Neutrona Networks
More than a superb attorney; an experienced businessman who achieves consistently positi...Read More
Mateo Ward, CEO, Neutrona Networks
More than a superb attorney; an experienced businessman who achieves consistently positive results.
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