Sherman Business Law Offices San Francisco Ca review signals at a glance

In late 2023 I purchased my first small business, only to find that the seller had substantially misrepresented its financial status. From the date that I assumed ownership of the business, operating expenses in each category proved to be 3-4 times higher than what the seller had advised through various documents provided and other representations made prior to the transaction. By underreporting operating expenses, the seller was able to represent the business as profitable when it was actually losing money by a significant margin. I scheduled a consultation with Steven Sherman to assess if there was a basis for legal action. He wrote a demand letter to the seller, which was sent in mid-2025 after I had managed to sell off the business at a minimal price. While demand letters are often ignored, the seller did respond in this case and agreed to mediation. Steve prepared an extensive mediation brief to summarize the case. The document was thorough and precise in addressing the misrepresentations that induced the transaction. We presented a strong case at mediation, and the opposing side agreed to a six-figure settlement amount. Steve represented my case meticulously, and I was able to stand up to a dishonest and unethical business broker.

Steven was great to work with: right to the point, conscious of the time he spent on my case, and proactive. Worked with him on a short document review

We spent time searching for an experienced lawyer to assist our company in resolving disputes in the United States. Lawyer Sherman was patient, responsible, highly experienced, and reasonably priced.

I highly recommend Steve Sherman.  I hired him to review a work contract and had a great experience.  He was very knowledgeable, provided a prompt and thorough review, and identified specific areas of the contract to eliminate as well as how to negotiate compensation and equity.  He saved me a lot of agony in the long run.

It is my pleasure to highly recommend Steven Sherman at Sherman Business Law. I met him at a networking event and was immediately impressed by his clear and concise approach to legal matters. As ZealStrat was embarking on a significant collaboration with one of our partners, we needed expert legal guidance. Steven proved instrumental in helping us draft and finalize the collaboration agreement. He was incredibly upfront about the process, setting clear expectations from the start and consistently delivering on time. His diligence in analyzing every aspect of the agreement were remarkable, and he made what could have been a complex process feel smooth and efficient. Beyond his legal expertise, Steven is simply a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend his services to any business seeking top-notch legal counsel.

I am so grateful I was referred to Steven Sherman through a local small business resource. He is an outstanding lawyer who expertly guided me (and was my lifeline) through contract negotiations for an acquisition. His thoroughness, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of the law gave me complete confidence throughout the process. What really stood out to me was how much he genuinely cared about my business and its success and how he took the time to make sure I understood and was comfortable with every step. I wouldn't have gotten the deal done without Steve. Highly recommend!

I was referred to Sherman Business Law by another attorney to consult on an aggressive business agreement. Steven was fast, thorough, and professional throughout the process. I would recommend this law practice for anyone's legal business matters.

Despite his busy schedule, Steven accommodated my request to discuss the unethical business practices of a certain moving company. He was incredibly knowledgeable and supportive throughout our conversation, offering clear guidance on the next steps. I highly recommend Steven to anyone having legal issues with moving companies.

I knew of Mr. Sherman's excellent reputation in helping businesses in financially significant legal matters, so took a chance to ask his assistance with a personal situation which, though with fewer dollars at stake, was also important to me in terms of good neighborhood relations. I was impressed with how quickly he responded, how well he listened to me and immediately grasped both the legal and interpersonal issues, and though obviously busy with more "major" cases quickly took action on my behalf in a most assertive yet professional manner. In this instance presenting his thorough analysis of relevant case law dissuaded the other party from their intent to engage in costly litigation, and won for me a better resolution than I could have imagined in terms of my financial goals and, due to his style of engagement, unexpected respect and good will from the opposing party. He's sharp as a tack, dogged in pursuit of his client's interests, and a warm and compassionate human being.

I came in for advice and ultimately a business divorce. I was a minority shareholder of a boba tea franchisor. The majority shareholders refused to disclose any financial information to me at all. They had no intention to and told me I did not need to know any of it. The majority shareholders asked me to sign a document indicating that I had received all important information for a transaction to buy me out, but the company and its founder refused to respond to any request to provide that same information. A letter to the company’s lawyer was also met with silence. The majority shareholders were just blowing me off. That is when I hired Steven, he is extremely easy to work with. Steven is honest and will give you the truth. He gave me the best legal advice. He explained thoroughly all options I had and the possible outcomes of my decisions. He is extremely professional, and he leaves no stones unturned. Long story short, he was able to help me get back my initial investments and a little bit more, as well as all attorney’s fees I had paid. The other party ended up having to pay for my attorney’s fees and costs as part of a judgment against them ordering key corporate information to be provided. The company and its founder ended up with liens against them. Steven’s work is beyond worth it with his experience, expertise and attention to details. I am extremely happy that I had the opportunity to have worked with Steven. I still email him all my future business deals to be reviewed before moving forward. I can’t stress how wonderful working with Steven and the quality of work he produces is. I hope he doesn’t ever retire!

We had a great experience with Sherman Business Law. We (a group of LPs) needed to renegotiate our incorporation documents, and Steve provided prompt feedback on terms we needed to address, was helpful in framing negotiation tactics, and patiently walked us through terms that we needed to understand. He was also able to keep within a tight timeline, which opposing counsel struggled with. I'm happy to say that we got our most important contractual concerns accepted and Steve helped us focus our time and budget on the most important issues. Overall it was a great experience and I wouldn't hesitate to work with Sherman Business Law again.

I had a business issue regarding a seven-figure investment. Thank goodness Steve Sherman was there to help me. Not only is Steve a knowledgeable and experienced attorney, but he genuinely cares about helping me achieve the best possible outcome. Knowing Steve is in my corner provides the calm, confidence, and peace of mind I need to handle whatever business or investment-related issues may come. Thank you, Steve!