Sergei Tokmakov, Esq.

California Business Attorney

✓ CA Bar #279869 ✓ 1,800+ Projects ✓ 700+ 5-Star Reviews ✓ Since 2011

I help businesses collect money, respond to claims, draft contracts, and form companies. Clear pricing. No legalese.

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What Do You Need?

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Collect Money

Send a demand letter

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Respond to Claim

Got served? Fight back

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Contract Help

Draft or review

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Form a Company

LLC or Corporation

💰 Collect Money Owed

Basic Demand

$450

Flat fee

Attorney letterhead
Professional tone
3-5 day delivery
One round of edits

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Demand + Strategy

$650

Flat fee

Everything in Basic
30-min strategy call
Follow-up guidance
Escalation options

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Full Representation

Custom

Based on case

Demand + negotiation
Litigation if needed
Court appearances
Settlement handling

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⚖ Respond to a Claim

Response Letter

$350

Flat fee

Respond to demand letter
Assert your defenses
Counter-claims if applicable
Strategy guidance

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Lawsuit Response

$750

CA Courts

Answer, Demurrer, or MTS
30-day deadline help
California courts
Filing guidance

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Full Defense

Custom

Based on case

Full representation
Court appearances
Discovery handling
Settlement negotiation

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📄 Contract Help

Contract Review

$240

Per hour (1-3 hrs typical)

Plain-English summary
Red flag identification
Negotiation points
24-48 hr turnaround

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Custom Draft

$500+

Based on complexity

Tailored to your deal
All standard protections
Unlimited revisions
2-5 day delivery

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DIY Templates

$29+

Instant download

Attorney-drafted
200+ templates
Customizable fields
Immediate access

Browse Templates

🏢 Form a Company

California LLC

$499

+ state fees

Articles of Organization
Operating Agreement
EIN application
Compliance checklist

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Delaware LLC

$599

+ state fees

Delaware formation
Custom Operating Agreement
Registered agent setup
CA qualification guidance

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Corporation

$799+

C-Corp or S-Corp

Articles + Bylaws
Stock certificates
Initial resolutions
83(b) election if needed

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700+ public reviews on Upwork

California Employment Agreement Review

★★★★★

5.0 | Oct 7, 2025 - Oct 20, 2025

"Very detailed and timely responses to all my queries. He was very knowledgeable of California Employment Contract Law and did a very good job of explaining all the nuances and options. I would recommend and hire again if necessary."

$480.00 $240.00/hr 2 hours

Demand Letter for Unpaid Invoice - $12,500 Recovery

★★★★★

5.0 | Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 22, 2025

"Sergei drafted an excellent demand letter that got results within a week. He explained the legal strategy clearly and was very responsive to my questions. The other party paid in full after receiving the letter. Worth every penny."

$450.00 Fixed price

Delaware LLC Formation + Operating Agreement

★★★★★

5.0 | Sep 3, 2025 - Sep 10, 2025

"Sergei formed our Delaware LLC quickly and professionally. The operating agreement was thorough and he explained every provision clearly. Also helped us get our EIN. Highly recommend for anyone starting a business."

$599.00 Fixed price

US Attorney Needed for Question on Business Misrepresentation to Payment Processors

★★★★★

5.0 | Mar 6, 2025 - Mar 6, 2025

"If you're a foreigner doing business in the U.S., Sergei is the ideal expert to consult. His knowledge spans everything from taxes and business regulations to contracts. He quickly grasped my needs and expectations, providing clear and precise answers. His expertise and dedication exceeded my expectations, and I will definitely work with him again—highly recommended!"

$225.00 Fixed price

About Me

I'm Sergei Tokmakov, a California-licensed attorney (Bar #279869) practicing business law since 2011. I help entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses navigate legal challenges with practical, no-nonsense advice.

My practice focuses on contract drafting and disputes, demand letters for unpaid invoices and breach of contract, business formation (LLCs and corporations), and responding to lawsuits. I work with clients across the U.S. and internationally, with particular expertise helping foreign founders establish and operate businesses in America.

I've completed over 1,800 projects on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Score and 700+ five-star reviews. I speak English, Russian, and Spanish, and I believe in clear communication without unnecessary legal jargon.

When I'm not practicing law, I build free legal tools and write educational content to help people understand their rights. This website features 50+ document generators and 1,500+ articles on business and legal topics.