James R. Sanders: Experienced Business Attorney in York PA
James has a wealth of business experience which he applies to his legal advice. He started his career as an Equity Analyst following a variety of sectors for Standard & Poor’s, Citigroup and Bessemer Trust. He also held a senior strategy role with ITT Corporation’s Fluid Handling business. For the past seven years, he has been the owner of multiple Safeguard Franchises, which specializes in print & promotional products/services. All these experiences provide him with a unique perspective on the needs of a business owner, which he brings to MPL Law Firm as a business attorney in York, PA.
James is involved with the Rotary Club of York, YMCA of York and York County, Children’s Home of York, Junior Achievement, SCORE and the York Suburban Lacrosse Club. He believes strongly in giving back to the local community. He lives in York with his wife and three sons.
- Bar Admissions
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Pennsylvania
- Education
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- University of Pittsburgh, School of Law
J.D. – 2000 - University of Pittsburgh, Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business
M.B.A. – 2000 - University of Pittsburgh, Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
B.A. Economics – 1997
- University of Pittsburgh, School of Law
- Professional and Community Affiliations
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- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- York County Bar Association
- Rotary Club of York – Past Board Member, Fundraising Committee Chair
- SCORE/Susquehanna Chapter – Certified Mentor, Past Chapter Chair
- York Suburban School District – Board Member
- Children’s Home of York – Board Member
- YMCA of York – Board Member
- York Suburban Educational Foundation – Past Board Member
- York Suburban Lacrosse Club – Past President
- BNI – Past Member, Chapter President and Membership Committee
- Junior Achievement of South Central PA – Volunteer
- Areas of Practice
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Business & Commercial Law
- Commercial Transactions
- Commercial Contracts & Sales
- Federal & State Tax Law
- Business Planning
- Business Formation & Entity Choice
- Family Business Transactions & Succession
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Raising Private Capital
- Employment Law
Real Estate Law