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Attorneys at Law · Est. 1998

When it matters most, experience wins.

A boutique firm of seasoned counsel. We take a small number of cases and give each the attention — and the resolve — it deserves.

25+

years of practice

1,200

cases resolved

$480M

recovered for clients

98%

client retention

What we do

Practice areas

01

Corporate & M&A

Formation, contracts, financing and acquisitions — counsel that protects the deal and the relationship.

02

Civil Litigation

Commercial disputes, defense and appeals. Prepared to settle smartly or win at trial.

03

Real Estate

Transactions, leasing, zoning and development — for owners, investors and businesses.

04

Family Law

Divorce, custody and prenuptial agreements handled with discretion and steady advocacy.

05

Estate & Trusts

Wills, trusts and succession planning that protect your family and your legacy.

06

Employment

Contracts, disputes and compliance — advising both employers and senior executives.

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The firm

Counsel you can stand behind

For over two decades, Sterling & Hart has represented founders, families and businesses through their most consequential moments. We are deliberately small — so partners, not juniors, lead your matter.

Our reputation is built on discretion, preparation and the kind of straight advice that saves clients money, time and worry.

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Attorneys

The people behind the firm

JS

James Sterling

Founding Partner · Litigation

Lead trial counsel for 25 years; argued before the state supreme court.

RH

Rachel Hart

Partner · Corporate

Closes complex deals quietly and well; trusted by founders and boards.

DO

Daniel Okafor

Counsel · Real Estate

Two decades guiding owners and developers through high-stakes transactions.

In their words

"They saw three moves ahead the entire way. Calm, prepared, and relentless when it counted — we wouldn't trust anyone else with our business."

— Margaret Doyle, CEO, Doyle Holdings

Consultation

Tell us about your matter

Every consultation is confidential. Share a few details and a partner will be in touch, usually within one business day.

🏛 200 Court Street, 14th Floor

✆ (555) 019-4000

✉ counsel@sterlinghart.law