Washbush Business Law, LLC

Business law firm dedicated to growing your company and maximizing its value.

An accomplished business attorney who pairs big law firm experience and management with the responsiveness of a small firm, Tom Washbush previously served as Chair of Bricker and Eckler’s Business Group and as Partner in Charge of Benesch. He approaches client issues and projects with a business perspective unshackled by bureaucracy and group think mentality.

Business Law

We bring 25 year’s experience assisting businesses from start-ups to Fortune 100 publicly traded companies. Deal size has ranged from $1 million to single transactions valued at more than $3.5 billion. We help companies grow by way of acquisitions, mergers, and financings.

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Executive Consulting

Business leaders needs trusted counsel with whom to strategize about business growth opportunities, employee issues, board interaction, and general issues - all of which relate to stabilizing or growing their business. We will gain your trust and act as your personal advisor.

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Testimonials

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Testimonials

“If you are looking for a great tech company / software license attorney, I would contact Tom Washbush. After working with Tom for more than 10 years now, I can say easily that he has provided the best business legal advice as a Counsel and true partner I have ever had. His prices are always more than fair, and he is a great person, the kind you want in your corner. I know this kind of help is hard to find.”

-Jeff Harper, CEO and Co-founder, Duet Health

“Tom Washbush is focused, determined, and dedicated to achieving the best results for his clients. Tom has an excellent knowledge of the law and meticulous preparation. Tom is of unique character and highly intelligent, and the timeliness of his responses are unparalleled. He is superb!”

-Kevin Casey, CEO, Dark Rhino Security, Inc.

“Tom was able to take a very tense and complex technology licensing situation and bring all of the parties together. Tom's ability to calm contentious situations is a skill that most lawyers claim to have but don't actually possess. I am forever grateful for his ability to negotiate.”

-Kristie Krug, President, Cytolutions, LLC

“I’ve known Tom Washbush for over 15 years - he’s an excellent detail and business minded attorney who understands the needs of our company and is responsive. Large practice professionalism and small practice responsiveness.”

-Joe Lorenz, CEO, Energreen

“Tom successfully managed our investor relations as well as equity and corporate structuring, and we remain very grateful for the solid foundation he has helped establish for our growing automotive business.”

-Ugo Nwoke, Avotronics Inc.

“Recently, I sold my business, and I could not have been more pleased with how Tom helped me navigate through this process. His knowledge of the law combined with his practical assessment of the situation provided me with valuable insight and direction in helping me optimize the sale.”

-Ron Coates, Owner, Northeast Filters

“I have worked directly with Tom Washbush for more than 15 years involving the financing of commercial real estate transactions. His legal review is thorough and efficient, whether we are working at outright real estate acquisitions or complicated construction projects.”

-Laura Frum, President, Community Capital Development Corporation

“As a mid-market executive, I found Tom Washbush to be a very effective legal and business resource. Tom has assisted me in the acquisition of two companies and the sale of one company over the past few years. I count Tom as not just a great technical resource, but as a great legal strategist whom I highly recommend.”

-RJ Valentine, Tritex Corporation/ Grimesbach Properties Ltd.

“I have had the pleasure of working with Tom Washbush over several years on early stage start-ups. All of Tom’s legal advice has been practical within a business context. Tom is clearly more than just a lawyer, but rather a valuable business partner. He is responsive on all matters.”

-Ian Harris, VP Business Development, GMT Venture Partners LLC

“Tom has been our business attorney for the last 10+. While his primary focus is to protect us legally and be certain we are in compliance with laws and regulations, he often offers practical business advice for us to consider different perspectives on a strategic alliance agreement or other business arrangement.”

-Geoffrey Bibo, President/COO, Exacter, Inc.

“Mr. Washbush has provided leadership in corporate governance, board management, and shareholder interactions. His guidance and thoughtful review led Exacter from startup to a growing, competitive business. Unique to our relationship with Mr. Washbush is his ability to take a business view of legal advice.”

-John L. Lauletta, CEO, Exacter, Inc.

“Tom is the consummate professional. He provides sound legal advice, but even more importantly, with a practical business perspective. He has helped me navigate through a number of complex situations with great efficiency, never losing sight of the ultimate business objectives.”

Curtis D. Crocker, Reservoir Venture Partners

“Tom’s hard work, dedication and extensive experience helped me navigate through a very difficult situation. We were in contact late evenings, weekends, and holidays which is unheard of these days. He is now my “go to” guy when it comes to business legal matters and business development/start up issues.”

-Brian Swanson, Restaurant and Real Estate Entrepreneur

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We are proud to announce that Washbush Business Law has been listed as one of the Best Law Firms in 2022 for the areas of Mergers and Acquisition Law, Corporate Law, and Banking and Finance Law by U.S. News and Best Lawyers.

Tom Washbush has been consistently recognized by U.S. News, Best Lawyers, and Super Lawyers for his work in Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Moreover, he is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell.