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The Gillis Firm, PLLC My passion is serving our community's dental and medical practices. Welcome to My page! I'd like to introduce myself-- I am S.

From start-up to acquisition/sale, my goal is to be your practice's advocate for a lifetime.
Book Now! 👉https://calendly.com/natasha-thegillisfirm/30min Natasha Gillis, the managing member at my law firm, The Gillis Firm, PLLC. My guilty pleasure is to walk around town and point to each practice that I've assisted with selling or acquiring. I have a thriving entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to help people who depend on my services to thrive during their times of need. I provide my clients personalized service with the level of quality representation I would expect from my own attorney. I take my work as a reflection of my character. I love to tackle complex problems. Because of this, I strive to provide positive results to my clients. I enjoy helping other people succeed. Feel free to call me or email me if you have any questions. My door is always open: (571) 209-5203 or [email protected].

Success doesn't have to look the way everyone else says it should.Build a business that gives you purpose, freedom, and ...
10/16/2026

Success doesn't have to look the way everyone else says it should.

Build a business that gives you purpose, freedom, and fulfillment—not just impressive numbers.

Your goals, your values, and your definition of success are uniquely yours. Don't lose sight of them while building something that was meant to be yours in the first place.

✨ Save this as a reminder to build success on your own terms.

An LOI may look like a simple first step in buying a dental practice—but the terms you agree to can shape the rest of th...
10/15/2026

An LOI may look like a simple first step in buying a dental practice—but the terms you agree to can shape the rest of the transaction.

Before signing, pay close attention to:

🦷 Purchase Price Structure: An asset purchase and a stock purchase can have very different legal and financial implications.

🔍 Exclusivity Period: Make sure you have enough time to complete due diligence without competing with other potential buyers.

đź“‹ Contingencies: Financing, lease approval, inspections, and other important conditions should be addressed early.

The LOI sets the framework for the purchase agreement, so understanding what you’re agreeing to matters.

Follow us for more practical legal insights and smarter dental acquisition strategies.

10/14/2026

When you’re buying a dental practice, moving quickly can feel important.

But signing first and asking legal questions later can limit your ability to negotiate important terms.

Before signing an LOI, purchase agreement, lease, or other significant document, you should understand what you’re agreeing to—and which terms may be negotiable.

Getting legal advice early isn’t necessarily about slowing down the deal.

It can be about making sure you’re moving forward with your eyes open.

👉 Buying a dental practice? Book a FREE 15-minute consultation through the link in bio before you sign.

The space may be perfect for your practice. But is the lease? đź‘€When leasing office space, the monthly rent is only one p...
10/13/2026

The space may be perfect for your practice. But is the lease? đź‘€

When leasing office space, the monthly rent is only one piece of the puzzle. Lease terms can affect your operating costs, responsibilities, flexibility, and ability to grow or eventually sell your practice.

A proactive legal review can help you identify unfavorable terms, understand your obligations, and negotiate protections before you’re locked in.

Don’t just find a space that works. Make sure the agreement works for your business, too.

đź“© Opening or expanding your practice? Send us a message to learn how we can help with your commercial lease.

đź“Ś Follow us for more practical legal guidance on dental practice ownership and healthcare business law.

10/12/2026

BUYING A PRACTICE? YOU’LL WANT TO KNOW THIS TERM.

LOI = Letter of Intent.

Think of an LOI as an early roadmap for a practice transaction. It captures the key business terms the buyer and seller have discussed and agreed upon before the formal Purchase Agreement is prepared.

But don’t mistake “early” for “unimportant.” What goes into an LOI can shape the negotiations and the transaction that follows, which is why understanding its terms matters.

đź“Ś Know the vocabulary. Know the process. Make informed decisions.

Save this post or follow The Gillis Firm for more legal terms and practice ownership insights.

Planning to open your own practice? Don’t leave licensing and compliance until the last minute. 🦷⚖️A practice can’t simp...
10/09/2026

Planning to open your own practice? Don’t leave licensing and compliance until the last minute. 🦷⚖️

A practice can’t simply open because the space is ready. Depending on your practice and location, there may be licensing, registration, permitting, and other compliance requirements that need to be addressed before opening.

Starting early can help you build these requirements into your timeline, identify potential roadblocks, and reduce the risk of an expensive opening delay.

The goal isn’t just to open on time. It’s to open prepared.

👉 Follow us for more legal insights on practice startups, ownership, contracts, and healthcare business law.

Thinking about bringing another associate into your practice? 🦷Before they join the team, make sure both sides understan...
10/08/2026

Thinking about bringing another associate into your practice? 🦷

Before they join the team, make sure both sides understand the terms of the professional relationship.

This week’s Common Legal Question addresses a situation many growing dental practices eventually face.

If you know a practice owner who is hiring—or an associate preparing to join a new practice—this one is worth sharing.

👉 Tag someone who needs to see this or share it with a colleague.

10/07/2026

Dear Algorithm, we’re looking for you. 👀⚖️

If you’re a dentist or healthcare professional building something bigger—whether that’s buying a practice, launching a startup, bringing on a partner, expanding to another location, or preparing for a future transition—the legal foundation matters.

Big goals deserve more than good intentions. They deserve thoughtful planning, clear agreements, and a legal strategy designed to support where you’re going.

Build the vision. Protect the foundation. Plan for what’s next.

📩 Send us a message if you’re making a major business move and want to start the conversation.

🚨 Legal Myth Busted: “Partnerships work fine without formal agreements.”A strong relationship is a great starting point ...
10/06/2026

🚨 Legal Myth Busted: “Partnerships work fine without formal agreements.”

A strong relationship is a great starting point for a partnership—but it isn’t a substitute for a clear legal agreement.

Even the best business relationships can change when circumstances change. A well-drafted partnership agreement can establish expectations around buyout rights, valuation, exit terms, and decision-making authority before disagreements arise.

The goal isn’t to plan for the partnership to fail. It’s to make sure everyone knows what happens if the unexpected occurs.

Clear terms today can help prevent costly disputes tomorrow.

đź“Ś Follow us for more practical legal insights for dentists and healthcare practice owners.

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20130 Lakeview Center Plaza, Suite 400
Ashburn, VA
20147

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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