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I was initially impressed with Ms. Perkins’s enthusiasm, communication skills and professional demeanor when I attended a workshop held at the Creative Chicago Expo. During the workshop, she consistently demonstrated all of these qualities and more. Of particular value to me as an entrepreneur, I learned valuable information that would assist me in the future. Patrice is organized and diligent with the task at hand. I heartily endorse her for any legal workshops or as an attorney for entrepreneu… Read more
Lori T. BrownPapaterie Belle
I had the pleasure of getting great advice from Patrice N. Perkins through a forum / webcast (#MentorMonday). Patrice’s passion, insight and expertise is inspiring and highly valuable. The advice she gives is immediately useful and practical.
Shauna CoxDirector, Information Technology
Patrice is on the cutting edge of understanding the common ground upon which business and law sit. She is creative,pays attention to detail and results oriented. She consistently reduces complex issues into “client friendly” solutions. I give attorney Perkins my highest recommendation.
Jeffery DillardPresidentJaneff Entertainment
I hired Patrice to help me through a sticky legal situation as well as to help me setup my current business. She has been phenomenal in every way possible! Knowledgable, professional and on the cutting edge of technology, I couldn’t be more satisfied with our relationship and look forward to continuing work with Patrice for the duration of my business career.
Jason BurnsOwnerMettle Fitness
If you’re looking for an intellectual property attorney, Patrice Perkins should be consider. I’ve hired her on several occasions to negotiate win/win contracts. Her attention to detail, and grasp on the universe of potential issues were invaluable. She’ll get you the results you’re looking for, as well as other things you never considered. I highly recommend her to anyone who is negotiating a major deal.
Toni L. Carter (MSHRM, CDP)HR Consultant, Employment Value Proposition Lead, Relationship Builder, Influencer, Negotiator, Author, Public Speaker
I had the pleasure of being introduced to Patrice at a local entrepreneur’s conference. She delivered a brief workshop about blogging and intellectual property rights of online content for creative entrepreneurs. I was immediately drawn to her obvious passion for helping small business owners and serial creatives like myself. I hired Patrice to assist me in streamlining my business operations under one legal entity rather than the fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants strategy that afflicts most entrepren… Read more
Niquenya D. FulbrightPresident & CEO of Building Bridges Chicago LLC
I would give Patrice ☆☆☆☆☆ (5 STARS)! She is truly visionary and has given me so much valuable service and coaching as it relates to my graphic design/printing business as well as my recent book project The Entrepreneur Within You which she is a contributing author. She is by far one of the smartest people I have met. She is patient, strategic, understanding, fair, and is truly creative. She’s an amazing attorney and helped me shape my contract up very nicely. I would and do recommend her OFTEN … Read more
Julie HollowayGraphic Designer, Marketer, Author
Patrice is fabulous. She has helped me and my clients with Trademarks for our businesses. I would highly recommend her. She is very knowledgeable, organized, professional, kind, and keeps her clients informed about the process.I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Andrea RodgersFounder & CEOMiss A / CharityMeets / Miss A Marketing / Courage for Kids
Talking it through with a lawyer and creative advocate like Patrice gave us confidence in our decisions. She pushed us to think about both our short-term and long-term needs and the legal implications of our business. The biggest results that we experienced were talking with a legal professional that understands what is important to creative businesses and receiving small business support beyond “legal services”. Not all lawyers are the same; Patrice is patient and genuinely vested in suppor… Read more
Paul Branton + Michelle E.M. Merritt, Aplomb Urban Art Salon
I had the pleasure of meeting Patrice on Paul Carrick Brunson’s #MentorMonday webcast and what an experience. Patrice was a joy to listen to and was filled with tons of great knowledge for us entrepreneurs. I think she has a great thing going with Lifestyle Zen and I encourage everyone to connect with her in some way!
Carla F.Owner | Sr. CoordinatorDetails Made Simple - Wedding Day Coordinator