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Jane Haskins, Esq.
Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.
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