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Private Placement Memoranda Crafted to Allow You to Safely Raise Capital From Investors
Our experienced team of private placement lawyers/ capital market attorneys, draft your private placement memoranda (PPM) only after gaining a full understanding of your requirements for funding. We never use templates as those should be avoided if you want to appear credible to investors.
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Why Centarus is the Right Choice for Your Legal Needs
Why are we among the best law firms in the US today at drafting public and private securities offerings and at defending other lawyer’s clients in front of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC)?
Boutique Specialization
We are a boutique securities law practice and we solely focus on securities law drafting, SEC defense representation and security laws related litigation. This singular focus has allowed us to earn national recognition as the “go-to firm” for securities and corporate lawyers.
Experienced Drafting Team
We are one of the few firms in the U.S. today offering a drafting team of two veteran securities lawyers, each with an average of 20 years’ experience. Unlike many large and mid-sized firms, we do not use clients to train junior associates.
Exclusive Expertise
We are the only boutique securities law firm with a team of lawyers from prestigious law schools such as the New York University, University of Michigan, Duke Law, and UC Berkeley, bringing top-tier experience typically found in large and mid sized firms.
Precision Drafting
We represent clients referred by other securities lawyers, defending them against actions initiated by the SEC and state regulators. As a result, we craft offerings that avoid the common missteps of other lawyers by leveraging our expertise as SEC defense and fraud attorneys.
Comprehensive Legal Protection
As regulatory defense attorneys and litigators, we expertly navigate the complexities of the law, offering unparalleled protection against SEC enforcement actions, criminal charges, and financial judgments from failed offerings. Failed offerings can give rise to millions of dollars in damages and jail time in many circumstances. This can be avoided.
Due Diligence Authority
We own a third party due diligence firm that acts like Consumer Reports for law firms and issuer companies. We are hired by broker dealers to produce 50+ page due diligence reports at a cost of approximately $25,000. These reports allow BD’s to properly evaluate issuers before agreeing to sell their offerings. We are experts in evaluating other lawyers legal work.
Broker Dealer Affiliation
We are the only U.S. law firm with an affiliated FINRA-registered broker dealer, offering unmatched distribution support. Every year our affiliate raises over $100M in investment capital for issuers. In contrast, most law firms that can only refer clients to a friendly portal owner or broker dealer, and most of these referred resources scarcely raise any funds each year.
Transparent Pricing
Our pricing is primarily flat fee with a contingent component, addressing client concerns about the “sticker shock” of hourly billing. Our rates are more competitive than large firms and comparable to mid sized firms, while our expertise in our field is regarded as among the best in the industry. We don’t compare with small one to four person law firms because we are a full sized law practice.
Our Attorneys Literally Wrote The Book On Capital Raising.
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Oustanding Outfit
We have worked with Centarus Legal Services for several years now and are always pleased with the quality of their work and the service they provide. When we started our relationship, everything about securities law and capital raising was new, and mostly foreign. Thanks to their expert legal advice and impeccable document preparation, we have since initiated and closed two rounds of financing. We would highly recommend engaging Centarus for all of your private placement needs
E.M., CEO private company
Posted by David Mannous
Great securities lawyer!
I have known Centarus’ Managing Partner, Lou Amatucci, for several years and would not hesitate to refer him a securities case. We have worked together on one of them, and I found him to have an extremely keen and perceptive legal mind, together with great writing ability.
Posted by James A. Shapiro
Knowledge, Confidence, Communication, and Professionalism
For the past year, we have been working with Centarus. We cannot thank them enough for their advice, counsel, and expertise. Their communication skills, professionalism, and knowledge have provided us the confidence to raise capital for our company. We will continue to value our relationship with Centarus.
Posted by Logan
Recommend without reservation
I have worked with Centarus for a number of years, and the firm is a very trusted and expert part of my real estate acquisition and legal support team for both my personal and business ventures. Centarus lawyers are impeccably responsive and makes every step of our dealings effortless on my part. Their confidence has inspired my own in our dealings and have always led to successful outcomes. They are lawyers that I will call on again when the need arises.
Posted by Richard
Highly satisfied client.
I have been working with Centarus for a number of years, and I like and respect the team. A few years back, as an executive officer of a publicly & privately held company, I hired Centarus to draft our company’s public offering documents, and we were pleased with their professionalism, responsiveness, and performance. I continue to use his and his law firm’s services, and we maintain a strong business relationship. We recommend these guys strongly for drafting of securities private placements, public offerings, and corporate work.
Posted by Siva Pillari…
Securities Attorney who cares more for his client then the bottom line
I have been involved in Capital formation for over 35 years and have dealt with my fair share of securities attorneys…I finally feel I have found a firm that not only wants to do a great job for their clients but also wants treat them fairly and wither the utmost integrity. Not nickel and diming them to death, but providing a great service for reasonable fee, I have found them to be professional and proficient in all aspects securities law as well as defense and litigation. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone involved in the securities industry.
Posted by Richard C.
Superlative Knowledge, Skill, Integrity … Lou Amatucci mentored our corporate stucture into success
Over the years, Centarus Legal & Consulting Services have provided invaluable counsel, contracts, and corporate structure for our technology start-up, Planet Found Energy Development LLC. Centarus’ lawyers’ expertise in forming SEC-compliant operating agreements and handling equity share sales has been crucial to our success. They have navigated challenging international negotiations and, in one instance, swiftly recaptured our corporate equity from a European partner. They listen carefully, understands our vision, and delivers accurate, timely, and high-quality work. Their professionalism and integrity make working with them a true pleasure to work with.
Posted by Steven M.
Centarus Managing Partner, Lou Amatucci, is an exceptional securities attorney and master of firm management. We collaborated on three matters in the past and each time I was more impressed with his dedication to client satisfaction and commitment to finalize private placements in an efficient manner. Lou is highly ethical, knowledgeable, and a valuable resource to clients and fellow attorneys alike.
Devin Blackburn Esq
Corporate and incorporation Attorney
I wholeheartedly endorse the Centarus team. Their character and ethical compass is beyond reproach. They are outstanding securities attorneys, whose knowledge and professionalism in working with clients is first rate. Not only do they know and understand the legal and practical intricacies and complexities of structuring a securities offering, but they have a knack for being able to explain such intricacies and complexities to clients in a manner that is easy to understand.
Jason Powell
Esq, Real estate Attorney
I have known the Centarus Team for eleven years now. The Centarus team are highly skilled, very good with clients, intelligent, and extremely high integrity. I don’t feel this way about most lawyers I know. I continue to work with him for this reason. I highly recommend the Centarus team and anyone considering hiring counsel. Centarus lawyers provide great service and quality work!
Christopher Marston
Esq, Business Attorney
I endorse Centarus. They are very experienced in handling all aspects of securities offerings, including private placements of debt and equity securities. They are also extraordinary in their responsiveness to clients and their comprehensive approach to serving all of a client’s needs. They truly know the legal and the practical intricacies of structuring a successful securities offering for both start-up and mature companies. It is a pleasure to work with attorneys who sets such high standards for themselves, and then meets them.
Alesia Regan
Securities offerings Attorney
I endorse Centarus. Centarus attorneys and I have worked as co-counsel on several matters over the past 16 years. They are experienced, knowledgeable, practical and efficient. They are all around solid practitioners. It has been my pleasure to work with Centarus and make this endorsement.
Michael Weis
Esq, Corporate and incorporation Attorney
I endorse Centarus. Centarus and I have worked on numerous offerings for start up enterprises and small issuers raising funds for their family owned businesses. The clients are always thrilled with the prompt responses, accuracy and efficiency.
Scott Jaffe
Esq, Mergers and acquisitions Attorney
I have known Centarus’ Managing Partner, Lou, for several years and would not hesitate to refer him a securities case. We have worked together on one of them, and I found him to have an extremely keen and perceptive legal mind, together with great writing ability. Perhaps just as importantly, Lou’s character is above reproach. He is extremely ethical and very self-possessed. In sum, he is the total package as a lawyer. As a retired judge, I would have welcomed him practicing in front of me, and wish many of the lawyers who did were merely half as good.
James Shapiro
Esq, Federal crime Attorney
Relentless pursuit of his clients’ best interests. Centarus lawyers and I were co-counsel on several matters, and they never ceased to amaze me with their legal insight and juggernaut-like drive. I have been privileged to serve a number of clients with Centarus attorneys. They have my wholehearted endorsement.
Lawrence Falli
Esq, Litigation Attorney
I endorse Centarus. Centaurs lawyers worked with me and a corporate client as a team in preparing a private placement memorandum and related securities work for expansion of the client’s business to include investors. They were both knowledgeable and professional, and also easy to work with. They proposed and met deadlines that allowed the project to complete and fund in a timely manner. I would work with Centarus attorneys again and have recommended them to my clients and colleagues.
Brenda Collier
Esq, Business Attorney
I endorse Centarus. I have worked with Centarus for nearly five (5) years on a variety of general corporate, finance and securities law matters, among other matters. They are very good attorneys with strong analytical and drafting skills. They are also very good at identifying legal and business issues and resolving problems in an efficient and practical manner. They are well organized and collegial in his approach to addressing legal and business problems. They have good interpersonal skills and is attentive to the needs of clients and colleagues. I strongly recommend them to clients that may have a need for his legal services.
Larry Mallinger
Esq, Securities offerings Attorney
I endorse Centarus. Centarus lawyers are very knowledgeable and a great asset to clients seeking the full spectrum of capital needs in a seamless manner. Centarus lawyers are able to advise from the legal aspects of the transaction all the way to the business aspects, including fundraising and business plans. They provide wise counsel to clients who are exploring the availability of capital in the marketplace. And they always place their client’s interest first.
Samir Goradia
Esq, Internet Attorney
I endorse Centarus. Centarus lawyers are experienced in all aspects of securities offerings, including private placements, and they are very responsive to clients and co-workers. Centarus attorneys know the legal and practical intricacies of structuring a successful securities offering for both start-ups and mature companies. They have been a pleasure to work with.
Ronald Moss
Esq, Contracts and agreements Attorney
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Professional PPM Drafting: Expertise You Can Trust
Book an AppointmentOur team, one of the few law firms in the U.S. offering a minimum of TWO qualified veteran securities lawyers for each case, provides thorough drafting and review of your Private Placement Memorandum (PPM), with each lawyer averaging 20 years of experience. Unlike most large and mid sized firms, we don’t use our clients to train associates. As regulatory defense attorneys and litigators, we expertly navigate the complexities of the law, protecting you from SEC enforcement, criminal charges, and costly judgments. We handle a range of offerings, including crowdfunding, real estate, oil and gas, manufacturing, and technology.
We offer competitive flat fee pricing, often with a contingent component, to avoid the “sticker shock” of typical hourly billing. Our rates are notably lower than those at mid-sized or large law firms, while our expertise and reputation rival the best in capital markets law. Unlike smaller firms, we provide the sophistication and credibility typically associated with larger firms, ensuring exceptional value for our clients.
To raise capital from institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, you typically need a Regulation D (Reg D) private placement memorandum (PPM) or private placement offering (PPO). This process can be complex and requires precision, leaving no room for error. Our experienced Regulation D private placement attorneys ensure that everything is done correctly to secure your funding.
Drafting a Regulation D Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) demands significant expertise to avoid legal pitfalls. To ensure precision, we assign TWO seasoned securities attorneys with over a decade of specialized experience to each private placement requirements. Our attorneys, many with over twenty years in the field, offer expertise that surpasses typical small firms and large firms where junior staff often handle PPMs.
Our PPM lawyers, who also specialize in securities litigation, draft private placement documents with practical considerations in mind. Because of our close relationships with investment banking firms, we anticipate potential regulatory and legal challenges and provide valuable market insights and complex deal structuring that other attorneys may not offer.
Understanding Regulation D private placement regulations is important for any offering, whether in manufacturing, real estate, software development, or AI. Only experienced Regulation D private placement lawyers can navigate the complex securities laws and protect you from potential legal issues. Many consulting firms and less experienced attorneys lack the deep expertise needed. Large firms often split their focus among various legal areas, which can dilute their specialization in private placements.
At Centarus, we focus 95% of our practice on Regulation D private placements, including Regulation A offerings, public offerings, and securities litigation. Our extensive experience ensures that our clients’ documents are well-protected against regulatory investigations and litigation. Our attorneys are experts in private placements, crowdfunding, and cryptocurrency, reflecting the specialized nature of our practice.
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Top-Tier Regulation D PPM Attorneys
The experience of our team of vetaran securities attorneys ensures that each PPM is meticulously drafted. In addition, each PPM is drafted and reviewed by two seasoned private placement lawyers with top-tier law backgrounds.
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Most of our attorneys are graduates of prestigious universities and have extensive experience at major law firms.
We are also among a select group of firms representing clients in SEC defense actions. Our primary goal is to shield you from criminal prosecution and regulatory scrutiny, ensuring your success and peace of mind.
Louis Amatucci, Esq.
Louis Amatucci has over a two decades of experience in corporate, securities, and regulatory defense law. He has represented clients before the SEC, Illinois State Securities Department, and the Commodities and Futures Trading Commission. Louis holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, MS, MA, and JD from prestigious institutions, including Dartmouth and the University of Illinois Law School.
Louis Amatucci, Esq.
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