“Paul Criswell is one of those very rare individuals who’s broad spectrum of professional talents and extensive legal experience, lie quietly just below the surface of a very pleasant, down to earth, mid-western personality. Over the years, our relationship, both private and professional, has convinced me there are still a few, truely good, highly experienced and reputable Corporate Lawyers to be found in this land, and Paul is one of only a very few who comfortably fit into all three (3) categories, and one of only a few professionals who I would leap at the opportunity to work with, again.”
— Scott Evans Harker, Independant Research Professional
“Paul worked with me for three years and consistently showed good judgment and a broad depth of corporate experience. He managed legal relations with a number of stakeholders within the company and was perceived as someone who added value. He listens well and understands the relative value of available alternatives. And he’s fun to work with to boot!”
— Daniel Lyne, Shareholder, Litigation Department Leader
“I worked with Paul and Network Engines and prior to that at Stratus Computer. He did an outstanding job for both companies. He understood the business goals of each company and helped achieve these goals. He used his legal knowledge to help us close deals and solve problems. He always approached problems with the goal of solving them, rather than telling us all the reasons why we couldn’t solve the problem.”
.— John Curtis
“I worked with Paul for 12 + years at Network Engines (NEI). Paul did a fantastic job managing and negotiating contracts, both with customers and vendors. He was very professional and efficient. Paul had a great understanding of our business so he always highlighted the business issues as well as the legal issues. He was a facilitator, not an impediment to the process. I would highly recommend Paul to any company that was looking to either supplement their existing in-house legal staff or did not currently have enough work (or budget) for a full-time in-house legal counse.”
— Doug Bryant, Chief Financial Office at Pancon Corporation
“I worked with Paul at PictureTel Corporation as we prepared the company for sale. Paul is extremely well versed with both the legal and business implications of every matter. Paul’s long history with the high technology and telecommunications industries is a most valuable asset along with his very sharp legal skills. I highly recommend Paul.”
— Steve McCready, Law, Business, Technology
“Prior to Network Engines, I also worked with Paul at Stratus Computer, where he was in-house counsel to the Telecommunications Division which I managed. In both companies, Paul stood out for his ability to keep business deals moving positively while ensuring that we were adequately protected. Unlike many other attorneys that I have worked with in business, Paul always worked creatively to find ways to close deals, not to get in their way.”
— Bill Elliot
“Paul has provided me level headed legal guidance in the high technology market that provided a solid foundation for a strong business development program. Paul is a pleasure todo business with. I highly recommend Paul to anyone who needs business legal counsel.”
— Michael Druar, Cloud Analytics and Security Solutions
“Paul is a very intelligent, in-house trained attorney who consistently comes up with innovative, yet legally sound strategies to solve complex legal matters. He approaches his client’s issues from a “get the business done” standpoint. I recommend Paul to any high technology corporation looking for sound, practical legal advise.”
—Bob Kellegrew, Vice President & General Counsel at Stratus Technologies, Inc.