Jim Grass

Founder

General and Corporate Counsel
Jim Grass, founder of Harborview Law, seated in his Newport Beach office

Overview

Jim Grass brings over 25 years of legal experience, advising C-suite executives and business leaders in global public and private companies. Recognized for his strategic insight, he specializes in corporate law, real estate transactions, contract negotiation, and risk management, delivering legal solutions that mitigate risks and drive growth.

As Vice President of Corporate Counsel at Boldyn Networks (formerly Mobilitie), he successfully led teams in executing mergers, acquisitions, and refinancing transactions valued at over $600 million. His negotiation skills have fostered strategic deals with corporations like Amazon and Google, along with significant legal cost reductions through operational efficiency and litigation management.

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Expertise

Jim’s expertise encompasses a broad range of corporate legal functions. He is highly skilled in corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and financings, ensuring smooth and compliant transitions for businesses. He has led high-stakes negotiations with multinational corporations, securing strategic agreements and fostering partnerships that drive growth. James’s experience extends to governance and leadership, where he contributes as a board member for two nonprofit organizations. He has also played a pivotal role in developing strategic partnerships across diverse industries, including IoT and craft brewing, demonstrating his adaptability and innovative approach to complex legal challenges.

Jim holds a Juris Doctor from Whittier College School of Law and is admitted to the California Bar. He is widely regarded as a trusted legal advisor who aligns legal strategies with business objectives.

Jim Grass

Founder

23 Corporate Plaza Drive, Ste. 150, Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 791-7764‬
jim@harborviewlaw.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jim Grass?

Jim Grass is the founder of Harborview Law in Newport Beach, California, where he serves as general and corporate counsel to businesses. He brings more than 25 years of legal experience advising C-suite executives and business leaders at global public and private companies.

What is Jim Grass's professional background?

Before founding Harborview Law, Jim Grass served as Vice President of Corporate Counsel at Boldyn Networks, formerly Mobilitie, a telecommunications infrastructure company. There he led legal teams through mergers, acquisitions, and refinancing transactions, and built a reputation for aligning legal strategy with business objectives.

What are Jim Grass's credentials?

Jim Grass holds a Juris Doctor from Whittier College School of Law and is admitted to the California Bar. He is widely regarded as a trusted legal advisor who aligns legal strategies with business objectives.

What major transactions has Jim Grass led?

Jim Grass has led teams executing mergers, acquisitions, and refinancing transactions valued at over $600 million. That large-company deal experience now benefits the small and mid-size businesses Harborview Law represents.

Has Jim Grass negotiated with major corporations?

Yes. Jim Grass has led high-stakes negotiations with multinational corporations, securing strategic deals with companies like Amazon and Google. He pairs that negotiation experience with significant legal cost reductions achieved through operational efficiency and litigation management.

What areas of law does Jim Grass specialize in?

Jim Grass specializes in corporate law, real estate transactions, contract negotiation, and risk management. His focus is delivering legal solutions that mitigate risk and drive growth for businesses, property owners, and executives.

Do clients work directly with Jim Grass?

Yes. Harborview Law is a concierge practice, so clients work directly with Jim Grass rather than being handed to junior associates. Client testimonials consistently describe working with Jim personally on contracts, leases, disputes, and compliance matters.

What telecommunications experience does Jim Grass have?

Jim Grass spent years as corporate counsel inside the telecommunications infrastructure industry at Boldyn Networks, formerly Mobilitie. Today he applies that experience for property owners negotiating telecom leases, right-of-way and easement agreements, and infrastructure deals.

What leadership roles does Jim Grass hold beyond Harborview Law?

Jim Grass contributes as a board member for two nonprofit organizations and has developed strategic partnerships across diverse industries, including IoT and craft brewing. That range reflects an adaptable, business-first approach to legal challenges.

How can I contact Jim Grass?

You can reach Jim Grass at jim@harborviewlaw.com or (949) 791-7764. Harborview Law's office is at 23 Corporate Plaza Drive, Suite 150, Newport Beach, CA 92660, and new clients can start with a free consultation.