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Mauricio J. Rauld

Known as one of the few lawyers that actually speaks English, Mauricio helps real estate syndicators, and those looking to tokenize their real estate offerings, stay out of jail by ensuring full compliance with Federal and State securities laws. With more than 22 years of securities experience, Mauricio is the premier real estate syndication attorney in the country and heads up the firm’s security token offerings (STO) practice. Mauricio was recently featured on the cover of the Top 100 Magazine as a Top 100 Attorney and has previously been recognized as one of the top California attorneys under 40 by SuperLawyers magazine.

As an educator at heart, Mauricio regularly travels around the country speaking to real estate investors on how the legal regulatory piece fits into the overall syndication and capital raising puzzle. Mauricio acts as legal advisor to KenMcElroy.com (Rich Dad Advisor and owner of 10,000 Units) and represents many well-known real estate syndicators, like Robert Helms (host of TheReal Estate Guys™ Radio Show) and Brandon Turner (former host of the Bigger Pockets podcast). A graduate of The University of California at Berkeley, Mauricio lives in Southern California with his wife Heidi, and their little angels, Adelina and Alessandra

Bethany L. LaFlam

Bethany LaFlam is an entrepreneur, a seasoned deal lawyer, a mother and a visionary. With more than 20 years experience practicing law, Bethany has leveraged that expertise into her business life. While her current role as Managing Partner of Premier Law Group focuses primarily on real estate syndications and funds, Bethany began her career in Big Law at the prestigious downtown Los Angeles law firm of Quinn Emanuel. Pursuing her dream of running her own business, she later launched a boutique business law firm in Newport Beach, California, advising clients on both legal and strategic matters, and representing businesses on startup, mergers and acquisitions and securities. To further develop her entrepreneurial passions, Bethany merged her practice into a mid-market Chicago based firm, Much Shelist, where she ran the firm’s California corporate practice.

Bethany’s clients have ranged from real estate syndicators and developers to aerospace to oil and gas services to medical services to various technology industries. Serving as a strategist to develop sustainable business models, advising on raising capital, and preparing for successful exits, Bethany was able to apply her legal knowledge to practical business settings. Bethany has consulted clients on commercialization and monetization, with a specific focus on sports and music tech.

Bethany grew up in Northeastern Ohio in a working-class family. Putting herself through Bowling Green State University for undergraduate and then Pepperdine University Law School, Bethany applied that Midwestern work ethic to earn her way to becoming an advocate for other women and underserved communities. Being a role model to her daughter, though, is the driving force behind everything Bethany pursues.

Satisfying her desire to serve, Bethany has also been an advisor to and held leadership and board roles with multiple non-profit corporations, including as a Founding Board Member of Team Kids, Inc. One of her greatest memories was as a group facilitator for the Living Peace Series where Bethany was able to see the Dalai Lama. At that talk, he said it was Western Women who would change the world and he spoke of the incredible impact of a mother’s love.

Matt Capone

Matt is an associate attorney with Premier Law Group and has extensive experience assisting clients in all phases of multi-family, commercial, and residential acquisitions or sales. Throughout Matt’s career, he has assisted clients in structuring complex real estate transactions.  Currently, Matt provides syndication and securities services for clients throughout the United States, ranging from residential and commercial real estate closings, real estate private equity capital raises, joint venture agreements, residential and commercial leasing, business acquisitions, and general commercial real estate services for multi-family syndicators, investors, and developers. Matt advises investors and other entrepreneurs about entity selection, corporate formation, risk assessment, and other related transactional needs.

Prior to joining Premier Law Group, Matt was previously an associate attorney with Ausilio Law Group, P.C. in Macomb, Michigan. While at Ausilio Law Group, Matt represented limited liability companies, corporations, partnerships, and individuals from the onset of litigation through trial in a variety of matters related to real estate law, probate law, estate planning, creditor debt collection law, criminal law, and general civil litigation. Matt is a member of the Michigan State Bar and is licensed in Michigan.

Mr. Capone and his wife, Elizabeth have one child. The entire Capone family is actively involved in giving back to their local church and community.

Jonathan Tavares

Born and raised in historic New England, Jonathan is a licensed attorney in Massachusetts and a licensed REALTOR® in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Florida. Jonathan has been in the real estate industry since 2007. He has 9 years of experience representing real estate investors as a licensed agent and spent 6 years as the V.P. of Operations at Tavares Home Solutions Inc., managing over 3,000 non-performing mortgage assets throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Jonathan is currently the company’s V.P. of Acquisitions and spearheads its redevelopment projects. When he's not working, Jonathan is enjoying the great outdoors with his wife and five children, spending the summers in New England and the winters in Florida.

Ashleigh Gilmer

With over 16 years of experience in the legal field, Ashleigh joined Premier Law Group in February 2022.  She is a detail-oriented, analytical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  As the Chief of Staff at PLG, she is a multi-talented professional and the right hand person to our Partners.  She is responsible for leading teams, easing communications, and uniting people across our firm to keep them moving forward and ensuring they are providing the white glove service that we are best known for.

When she is not being a rockstar in the office, she loves spending time with her husband and two outgoing children.  On the weekends, you can find her at the hockey rink with her son or at a cheer competition with her daughter.  Born and raised in Louisiana, she loves cooking and LSU Football (Geaux Tigers!).

Laura Daugherty

Laura Daugherty joined Premier Law Group in July of 2022 as a Corporate Paralegal. She brings over 20 years of experience in the fields of commercial development and real estate litigation. Laura holds a paralegal certification, bachelor's degree in psychology, and master's degree in criminal justice.

She currently lives in Arkansas with her husband, two children, three dogs, and a cat. When she isn't running to volleyball games, band concerts, or the vet, she enjoys reading and rooting for her Ohio State Buckeyes on football Saturdays.

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Jennifer Harris

Jennifer is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of dedicated service in the legal field. Her expertise extends to client relations, document management, and overseeing daily operations, showcasing a pivotal non-legal role that significantly contributes to the firm's efficiency and success. 

She has a passion for concerts and creating memories with her two sons and husband. Her organizational skills shine in the professional realm, while her love for music and family brings balance and joy to her life.

Heather Schmitt

Heather brings 25 years of executive administrative experience along with 10 years of legal support knowledge to the firm. From supporting the fast-paced schedules of Presidents and CEOs to the highly confidential caseloads of General Counsel and Senior Attorneys, Heather delivers exceptional work product while maintaining the speed and quality of work essential to the individuals she supports.

Heather currently lives near her hometown of Cleveland, Ohio and has three sons. Beyond keeping up with the schedules of her boys, she enjoys staying active by playing sand and indoor volleyball and has a passion for anything history related