Michael Wieser

Business Lawyer - Outside General Counsel
1992
MJ Wieser Law is dedicated to working with startup entrepreneurs, early stage growth companies and investors as outside general counsel to provide legal stability and scalability for growing enterprises. The main thing that differentiates me from the other lawyers you will meet is that I practice law with a business person's mindset. Like you, I am a serial entrepreneur who has founded, grown and exited several companies, so I approach law with a businessperson's mindset. I understand your needs, because I've walked the walk. With 25 years of experience creating and managing businesses while practicing business law, there is very little I haven't experienced. An example of practicing law with a business mindset is my approach to contracts. Where virtually every other lawyer focuses exclusively on covering the client's "ass," I create added value by using a contract as an implementation plan for creating new revenue for my client. I help project-based companies convert into recurring revenue powerhouses by re-engineering their contracts to help them increase the value of their business and grow significant revenue. I look forward to showing you how my unique approach to practicing law will effectively and affordably develop a stable and scalable foundation for your business and work with you to acquire funding, grow your business and achieve your goals.

2016

Partner Emeritus, Active Member (Due Diligence Legal Guidance/ Screening Committee)
2016
The members and syndicated collaborators of Westchester Angels investment group invest in early-stage, entrepreneurial companies during their seed round to help them grow and attract follow-on investors. We focus on companies located in the Metro NY area and provide exciting companies with a wealth of resources; funding, expertise and connections. Our members are seasoned strategic investors with disparate professional leadership experience across all industries and skillsets. We bring smart money to the table. Our recent investments include: - Lately, a marketing platform, https://www.trylately.com - State Book International, a demographic information platform, https://www.trylately.com - Ocrolus, a data capture platform, https://www.ocrolus.com - BrandVerge, an advertising platform, https://www.gobrandverge.com/ Screen dozens of companies and lead due diligence and valuation exercises for companies chosen by members for possible investment. Draft, review and negotiate investor documents and deal terms on behalf of Westchester Angels as a group and individual angel investors, including SAFE docs, Convertible Notes, Term Sheets, PPMs, Single Purpose LLCs and all types of Investor and Company Governance Agreements.

2015 - 2021

Adjunct Professor
2015 - 2021
I am an instructor teaching Law for Entrepreneurs as part of the Just Add One Program. I also run the Program's Peer to Peer networking program, which functions as a Mastermind group for all Program participants. The Just Add One program was developed and funded by the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board and is being offered by Westchester Community College to assist eligible small business owners create strategies to strengthen their business models/operations and make them more efficient, with the goal of helping each participating business grow and contribute to the economic growth in the region.

1994 - 2017

CoFounder, CEO and General Counsel
1994 - 2017
Mobile System Integrator: CelPro Associates acts as a trusted advisor for medium and large corporations and governmental agencies in the development, implementation, deployment and ongoing management of their mobility initiatives. We procure the tools and support the needs of a company's mobile workforce.

2015 - 2017

Co-Founder
2015 - 2017
Developed, launched and managed a Fantasy Football Mobile App in the iTunes store. Ultimately failed because people don't want to pay for apps and it would have been a fortune to do heavy marketing for eyeballs. Tons of fun though partnering with my great friend, Dean Steinman. Myeah!

2015 - 2016

Instructor
2015 - 2016
Teach a Course entitled "LEGAL KNOW-HOW FOR DEVELOPERS AND ENTREPRENEURS." About this class When it comes to launching a successful app or website, knowing how to navigate legal hurdles can be just as important as knowing how to code. For freelance developers looking to start their own businesses, gaining an understanding of the different laws, contracts, and regulations involved in creating a company is an essential part of getting their startup off the ground. In our bootcamp, you’ll get an overview of the different legal requirements you’ll need to consider as you form and launch your freelance or development business. From learning how to deal with intellectual property laws to properly identifying and evaluating stakeholder contracts, you’ll get the legal know-how you need to make your company scalable and investor ready.

2014 - 2015

Franchise Business Consultant Associate
2014 - 2015
Worked with territory owner to consult with current, and potential entrepreneurs who are interested in purchasing a franchised business – exploring franchising benefits, opportunities, risks, and costs. Customize proprietary profiling, and consultative tools, and processes to determine a business model unique to each client. Match specific, leading franchises that fit best with each client’s goals, skill sets, and interests. Offer assistance in financing, legal, accounting, and other advisory services through our referral network, helping to simplify the franchising journey.

2013 - 2014

Mobility Consultant
2013 - 2014
Breakthrough Technology Group is a leading IT and telecommunications solutions provider, and one of the highest-producing AT&T Channel Solutions Partners. BTG maintains a singular focus on supporting its enterprise customers through use of cutting-edge virtualization technology, mobility and telecommunications. The inherent knowledge base of the Company’s veteran team spans across entire IT landscape, from cloud-based desktops and storage solutions, remote monitoring, mobility and end-user IT support. With a hyper-focus on specific IT practice areas and a deep understanding of carrier networks, BTG has proven itself to be an unquestioned leader and industry pioneer.

2008 - 2010

Principal and General Counsel
2008 - 2010
SkyObs, Inc. was a management consulting firm helping its corporate customers improve profitability and revenue growth through the adoption of sustainable business practices and techniques. My primary role was general counsel, corporate strategy, corporate finance, program and service development, business development, marketing and sales.

2006 - 2006

Founder and CEO
2006 - 2006
Retail Kiosk selling Golf Accessories in Grand Central Terminal. Was meant to be a prototype for a chain of Golf kiosks and online accessory distribution retailer. Shot a bogey on this one, but learned a great deal about retail.

Venture Lawyer, Serial Entrepreneur, Mobility Pioneer, Westchester Angels Member