Jeff Stoltz

Jeff Stoltz is a business lawyer who advises business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals on starting, growing, and selling businesses. His practice focuses on business law, strategic planning, transactions, and protecting clients’ interests throughout different stages of business development. He works closely with clients to understand their objectives, evaluate legal and business considerations, and develop practical strategies that support both immediate needs and long-term goals.

Stoltz earned an LL.M. in Securities Law from the Catholic University Columbus School of Law and a J.D. from George Washington University Law School. He received his B.A. in Political Science from the University of Notre Dame. His legal education, including advanced study of securities law, provides a strong foundation for advising businesses on transactions, regulatory considerations, business planning, and legal issues that can arise as companies develop and pursue new opportunities.

Before entering his current practice, Stoltz worked at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, where he investigated securities law violations and contributed to investor protection efforts. He also served as a judicial law clerk with the District of Columbia Superior Court and gained private-practice experience with a small firm in the Washington, D.C. area. This background gives him experience with regulatory investigations, court proceedings, securities matters, and the practical legal concerns faced by businesses and their owners.

Jeff Stoltz is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Virginia. His background in securities regulation, judicial work, private practice, and business law allows him to approach client matters from several perspectives. He focuses on collaborative planning and practical legal guidance, helping owners and professionals evaluate risks, structure important business decisions, protect their interests, and move forward with strategies designed around their individual business objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder & Solo Attorney, Stoltz Law PLLC
• Member, Virginia State Bar
• Fellow, District of Columbia Bar Association

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Virginia

Education

• Catholic University Columbus School of Law
  LLM in Securities Law
• George Washington University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Notre Dame
  BA in Political Science

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