Laura E. Ward, J.D.

Senior Legal Consultant

ABOUT LAURA

Laura brings over 15 years of experience practicing transactional business law in California, with an emphasis in contract negotiation and development. Laura routinely advises business owners on all aspects of formation, governance and operational issues, regulatory compliance, and ownership transitions. Prior to founding her current law firm in 2015, Laura worked with a variety of for-profit and non-profit business law clients at mid-size law firms.

EXPERTISE

> Contract Development
> Contract Negotiation
> Business Formation
> Operations
> Compliance
> Ownership Transitions

PAST EXPERIENCE

Attorney/Owner
Ward Legal, Inc.

Attorney - Shareholder
Tucker, Chiu, Hebesha & Ward PC

Attorney
Kimble, MacMichael & Upton

EDUCATION

University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law
Juris Doctorate

Stanford University
BA, English with Minor in Art History

ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS

Board Member
Fresno Arts Council

RYT200 Yoga Instructor
Balanced Rock Foundation

Laura resides in California with her husband and two children. She enjoys reading, restorative yoga, and exploring the Sierras with her family.