Corporate Law

The Corporate Law practice provides strategic legal counsel on the formation, governance, financing, and operation of business entities, from emerging startups to multinational corporations. Attorneys in this practice serve as trusted advisors to boards, executives, and shareholders, ensuring that corporate structures and transactions align with legal requirements and business objectives.

The practice encompasses a wide range of legal services aimed at supporting the full lifecycle of a company, mitigating risk, and enabling sustainable growth.

 

Core services include:

  • Corporate Governance
    • Advising boards of directors, officers, and committees on fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, corporate compliance, shareholder rights, and internal governance policies, including D&O indemnification and ESG matters.
  • Entity Formation and Structuring
    • Guiding clients through entity selection and structuring decisions, including LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and joint ventures, with attention to liability, tax, and operational considerations.
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
    • Providing end-to-end support on buy-side and sell-side transactions, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and post-closing integration. Advising on asset purchases, stock deals, mergers, and reorganizations.
  • Corporate Finance and Capital Markets
    • Advising on equity and debt financing transactions, private placements, venture capital and private equity investments, securities compliance, and investor communications.
  • Commercial and Strategic Transactions
    • Supporting complex business arrangements such as strategic alliances, joint ventures, licensing agreements, and cross-border transactions.
  • Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
    • Ensuring compliance with federal and state corporate laws, securities regulations, and other applicable frameworks (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley, Dodd-Frank, SEC and FINRA rules).
  • Corporate Recordkeeping and Maintenance
    • Managing annual filings, shareholder meetings, corporate resolutions, stock ledgers, and other formalities to preserve corporate good standing and legal integrity.

The following individuals practice in this area:

Joseph Bohling
Greg Dole
Jason Henderson
Samuel Karmin
Alexandra Ong
Andrew Toig
James Waite

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We negotiate, document, and provide follow-on legal services for equipment manufacturers, distributors, dealers, and lessors worldwide.

 

Over many years, our attorneys have successfully negotiated, documented, and closed a vast array of business transactions, including manufacturer-dealer relationships as well as business purchases, sales, leases, and financing transactions throughout North America and in over 20 countries.

 

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Joseph E. Bohling, Esq. is a distinguished legal and executive leader with a multifaceted career spanning global automotive OEMs, multinational manufacturers, academic and healthcare institutions, private equity, venture capital, and publicly traded companies. Widely recognized as a thought leader in global business strategy and human capital development, Mr. Bohling has served as a senior Legal, Human Resources, and Total Rewards executive, as well as a trusted Executive Coach to corporate leadership teams.

His extensive experience includes serving as CEO, COO, CHRO, and In-House Counsel for organizations ranging from Global 1000 enterprises to emerging and mid-sized companies. Across sectors such as manufacturing, professional services, and healthcare, Mr. Bohling has consistently driven transformative growth, operational excellence, and strategic innovation.

Mr. Bohling’s practice focuses on the following:

He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at JEB@jwlinternational.com.

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Gregory Dole, Esq. is a senior attorney with JWL International, bringing over 27 years of specialized experience in international trade law. His distinguished career spans both public service and private sector leadership. After earning his degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Mr. Dole served as a U.S. Navy officer aboard the USS Midway before pursuing his Juris Doctor at Georgetown University Law Center.

He began his legal career in government, serving four years as counsel to the senior Republican on the House Appropriations Committee. He was later appointed Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs under President Ronald Reagan, where he played a key role in shaping U.S. aviation and trade policy.

Following his government service, Mr. Dole spent 27 years as an international trade attorney with The Boeing Company, the nation’s largest exporter of manufactured goods, where he advised on global trade strategy and regulatory compliance.

Mr. Dole’s practice focuses on the following:

He can be reached via email at GD@jwlinternational.com.

Jason Henderson, Esq. is a corporate and transactional attorney with over twenty years of experience handling complex transactions in media and IP licensing and distribution as well as product counsel and service agreements for Fortune 500 companies. A Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), Mr. Henderson is recognized for his expertise in technology and media personalization, and is listed as the inventor on several patents in streaming technology and real-time AI.

Mr. Henderson earned his BA in History from the University of Dallas and his Juris Doctor from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. He currently serves as a commissioner with the Littleton Historical Preservation Commission.

Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Henderson is the co-founder of Castle Bridge Media, publisher of the popular Castle of Horror Anthology series, has written for Electronic Arts and Marvel Comics, and has had multiple books optioned for film.

Mr. Henderson’s practice focuses on the following:

He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at JDH@jwlinternational.com.

Sam Karmin is a dual-degree graduate of the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Information Sciences from the School of Information and a Master of Business Management from the Ross School of Business. He is currently pursuing his Juris Doctor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he is actively involved in the Jewish Law Students Association and is preparing to join the National Trial Team.

Prior to law school, Mr. Karmin built a strong foundation in financial planning and analysis, most recently serving as a Senior FP&A Analyst for Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group and Funding Circle LLC. In these roles, he led financial modeling, budgeting, and strategic planning across diverse business units. His earlier experience includes co-founding Concession Cups LLC, a sustainability-focused startup, and serving as a financial consultant at Guidehouse Inc., where he advised major healthcare systems on revenue cycle optimization and electronic medical record implementation.

Mr. Karmin also completed a data analytics internship with Kirkland & Ellis LLP, and holds advanced certifications in financial modeling and valuation. His background spans corporate, consulting, and entrepreneurial environments, equipping him with a multidisciplinary perspective on business strategy, operational efficiency, and legal analysis.

Mr. Karmin works with our attorneys in the following areas:

He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at SJK@jwlinternational.com.

Alexandra Ong, Esq. is a graduate of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where she distinguished herself through academic excellence and leadership in business law. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Ms. Ong earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Management with a Pre-Law concentration and a Certificate in International Business Studies from Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School, graduating magna cum laude.

During law school, she served as Senior Editor for Race to the Bottom, the university’s business law blog, and provided pro bono legal counsel to nonprofits and small businesses as a student attorney in the Community and Economic Development Clinic. Ms. Ong is also a published contributor to the Colorado Evidence Courtroom Manual (2024–2025 and 2025–2026 editions).

Since joining JWL International in 2023, Ms. Ong has worked on a broad range of complex legal matters and brings experience in international legal research, contract drafting, business litigation, and regulatory analysis. Her work reflects a strong commitment to delivering thoughtful, business-oriented legal solutions.

Ms. Ong’s practice focuses on the following:

She can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at ALO@jwlinternational.com.

Andrew Toig, Esq. is Of Counsel to JWL International, where he specializes in complex domestic and international commercial transactions and provides outside general counsel services to a diverse client base. His practice encompasses equipment and telecommunications agreements, secured transactions, international business law, corporate governance, and strategic technology partnerships.

Mr. Toig brings extensive experience in contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory compliance, and risk management, delivering practical legal solutions that align with business objectives while mitigating legal exposure. He holds a Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from Colorado College.

His legal career includes in-house counsel roles with DISH Network and Denver Water, where he advised on matters ranging from infrastructure development and water rights to regulatory compliance. A Colorado native, Mr. Toig is committed to advocacy and inclusion, having founded the Law Students for Accessibility organization at Duke Law and remaining active as a member of the Colorado Disability Bar Association.

He currently serves on the board of the Colorado Insurance Council and is an engaged member of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado State Bar Association. His areas of expertise also include privacy and data security, corporate governance, and regulatory strategy.

Mr. Toig’s practice focuses on the following:

He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at ART@jwlinternational.com.

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James R. Waite, Esq. is a seasoned corporate and transactional attorney with over three decades of experience in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of businesses, equipment, and real estate. Throughout his career, Mr. Waite has held executive leadership roles—including General Counsel, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer—across a diverse range of industries, from aviation to equipment leasing.

He is the author of the American Rental Association’s definitive guide on rental contracts and has contributed extensively to national and international publications such as Equipment World, RER Magazine, International Rental News, Rental Magazine, ForConstructionPros, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Mr. Waite is also a frequent speaker at industry association conferences, where he shares insights on legal and operational best practices.

A veteran of the United States Air Force, Mr. Waite holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio, a Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law, and a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University.

Mr. Waite’s practice focuses on the following:

He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at JRW@jwlinternational.com.

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