Girl Boss Friday -- Protect Your Business: Live Attorney Panel

St Pete Girl Boss Friday Coffee

Join us for a morning of empowerment and caffeine at NOVA 535 in Downtown St Pete!
This in-person event is perfect for all the girl bosses out there looking to network, collaborate, and learn new things. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is the place to be. Come ready to mingle, share ideas, and support your fellow girl bosses.
See why are consistently Best of the Bay for networking events.

Are your LLC, contracts, trademarks, PR plans or leases set up to protect you?

Join St. Pete Girl Boss for a live Business Attorney Panel designed specifically for women entrepreneurs who want to grow with less legal anxiety.

In this coffee meetup, four experienced women attorneys will walk you through the four pillars of protection every business needs:

• Your structure & team – LLCs, hiring, bringing people into your business
• Your brand & online presence – trademarks, contracts, and website policies
• Your space & premises risk – commercial leases and “what if something happens here?”
• You, the leader – burnout, boundaries, and what to do when things go sideways

You’ll hear practical examples and clear steps.

By the end of the panel, you’ll be able to:

• Spot common legal mistakes in small businesses
• Decide when it’s safe to DIY and when it’s time to call a pro
• Identify priority actions
• Better understand things like demand letters, leases, employee requirements, partnerships, copycats, public complaints
• See a boundary or crisis plan that protects both your business and your sanity

We’ll also leave time for structured Q&A, using anonymous question cards plus a few live questions so you get answers without putting your situation out there.

This coffee is for you if you are:

• A woman entrepreneur, founder, creative, or service provider
• Running (or about to run) an LLC, sole prop, or small team
• Launching offers, content, or brands online
• Leasing or planning to lease a space, studio, office, or storefront
• Feeling a bit burned out, looking for ways to protect yourself and your brand

You do not need to be a current St. Pete Girl Boss member to attend; guests are welcome.

Meredith Gaunce – Gaunce Law
Business structure, LLCs, and bringing people into your business.
Meredith helps small businesses avoid the classic “I didn’t know what I didn’t know” traps in entity choice, contracts, and hiring.

Alexis Campisi – Life&Lemons Legal, P.A.
Trademarks, contracts, and legal for online‑based businesses.
Alexis works with coaches, course creators, and e‑commerce founders to protect and monetize the brands they’ve built.

Tiffani Thornton – TKT Law
Commercial real estate, leasing, and premises liability.
Tiffani advises small businesses and nonprofits on leases, disputes, and practical risk management for their physical spaces.

Shannon A. Ligon – PrettySMART Law
Entrepreneurship, burnout, and crisis management for your brand.
Shannon brings an entertainment and business law background to help founders navigate high‑pressure moments, boundaries, and brand‑level crises.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Sandra Bean