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Working with a Lawyer: Why It’s Time to Shift Toward Pro-Consultant Terms in Your Client Service Agreements

When you launched your consulting business, you probably focused on getting clients and commanding a comfortable rate. Fast forward a few years: your expertise has deepened, your reputation has grown, and your risk profile has changed. If your agreements still look like they did on day one, you’re leaving money—and protection—on the table. In short, you have grown, and your contracts should, too. A client…

Client Spotlight: ToGatherHomes® Addresses Housing Affordability and Climate Crisis  

In the region of Flanders, Belgium, something GREEN is happening.  ToGatherHomes®, a Belgian Certified B Corp, and its United States affiliate, is working toward a healthier planet while also addressing the need for affordable and accessible housing in its community, plus common green spaces where residents can enjoy the outdoors.   The company is guided by three pillars: Affordability, Sustainability,…

Meet Dr. Elissa Redmiles: A Visionary for Human-Centered Technology Solutions

Since our founding in 2022, we have been fortunate to work with clients who view innovation through the lens of the end-user. One such visionary is Dr. Elissa Redmiles, founder of Human Computing Associates (HCA), who is dedicating her career to making technology more ethical, inclusive, and human-centered. Through her consulting firm, Elissa and her…

Our co-founder, Natasha Nazareth, has joined the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation — an honor reserved for only one percent of lawyers nationwide.

A Force for Good Recognized Nationally The American Bar Foundation (ABF) Fellows is a global honorary society of attorneys, judges, and scholars whose careers demonstrate outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession. Membership is by invitation only, and Fellows play a vital role in supporting the ABF’s groundbreaking, interdisciplinary research that advances…

2025 Annual Gift Guide: Giving that Gives Back to Our Communities and Supports Small Business

As the leaves begin to fall, there’s a special feeling of warmth, gratitude, and thoughtful giving in the air. It’s the perfect time to support the small businesses that make our communities shine all year long. As a Certified B Corporation, we believe that when we shop local and small, we inspire creativity, create new…

Why Every Small Business Owner Should Understand Their Balance Sheet

For many entrepreneurs—especially women and those from underserved communities—accounting can feel like a barrier. But your balance sheet isn’t just a financial snapshot. It’s a legal document, a strategic tool, and a reflection of your business’s credibility. Understanding it isn’t just smart—it’s empowering. What Is a Balance Sheet, Really? A balance sheet shows what your…

How to Maximize Value When Reviewing Legal Contracts

Whether you’re signing a simple vendor agreement or negotiating a multi-million-dollar deal, contracts are the backbone of your business relationships. But not every contract needs a full legal deep-dive—and not every risk is obvious at first glance. Knowing when to escalate, when to streamline, and how to spot the red flags early will help you…

Working with a Lawyer: How to Effectively Use AI (Without Risking Your Case)

We get it—generative AI tools are incredibly helpful. Whether you’re brainstorming business ideas, or trying to make sense of legal jargon, AI can feel like having a superpowered assistant at your fingertips. But when you’re working with a lawyer, it’s important to use these tools wisely—without compromising your rights or your case. Here’s how to…

With Compassion and Heart: How Therapy4Feds is Serving Displaced Federal Workers

It is expected that by the end of the year, there will be 300,000 fewer federal workers in the U.S. Right here in the DMV, federal workers are losing jobs at a faster rate than the rest of the country. This growing unemployment crisis in the DMV, with thousands of individuals and their families displaced…

Reflecting on September: Showing Up and Speaking Up with Purpose

At Nazareth Bonifacino Law, being a force for good in law means stepping into conversations where ideas, business, and purpose intersect and helping move the dialog forward with clarity, courage, and care. This September gave Natasha Nazareth and Ginny Bonifacino the opportunity to be on the road – from Florida to Virginia to Maryland –…

Location, Location, Location: Key Items to Consider Before Entering a Lease

You’ve got your business idea and a plan, but now it’s time to find the perfect space for your new venture. What do you do? Entering into a lease is a significant step for any business. Unlike residential tenants, commercial tenants have fewer legal protections. The lease is a contract between two parties – Landlord…

Introducing The Lee Consultants: Trailblazers in Changing the Narrative on Domestic Abuse

At Nazareth Bonifacino Law, we believe in our work being a force for good and making a meaningful difference – and we love to help others do the same. Meet Amanda Lee, founder and CEO of The Lee Consultants. She is also a force for good, challenging one of the most persistent misconceptions in our…