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I am an attorney at Structure Law Group, LLP, where my primary focus is on business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, entity formation, commercial contracts, and corporate governance. I also assist colleagues across the firm in various areas such as litigation, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. I approach legal matters with flexibility, creativity, and a dedication to delivering practical, client-centered solutions. As a proactive risk mitigator, I anticipate challenges early and communicate effectively to align teams and clients. Known for my collaborative mindset, I balance individual accountability with a strong commitment to teamwork.

I earned my J.D./M.B.A. from Santa Clara University. I received my J.D. with a High Tech Law Certificate, a Corporate Law Specialization with Honors, and was an Emery Merit Scholarship Recipient. I earned my M.B.A. cum laude, with a Food Entrepreneurship Concentration. With a dual background in law and business, I apply an interdisciplinary perspective, bringing commercial awareness, strategic thinking, and disciplined work management to support long-term business goals. I also completed a study abroad program at Singapore Management University, focusing on international business and intellectual property law.

During law school, I worked with startups and early-stage companies through the Entrepreneurs’ Law Clinic, advising clients on entity formation, corporate governance, commercial contract drafting, and data privacy compliance. I helped revise Terms of Service, Privacy Policies, and other foundational documents while providing guidance on regulatory issues such as the GDPR and CCPA. My clinic work emphasized practical solutions to support sustainable growth for emerging businesses. I also served as a research assistant to Professor Anna Han, contributing to updates of a leading casebook on corporations.

Practice Areas
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
State Bar of California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Structure Law Group, LLP
Current
Education
Santa Clara University School of Law
J.D./M.B.A.
High Tech Law Certificate with Honors – Corporate Law Specialization; M.B.A. Food Entrepreneurship Concentration
Honors: Emery Merit Scholarship; Cum Laude M.B.A.
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University of Missouri - Kansas City
B.B.A. | Finance
Honors: UMKC Honors Program; Chancellor’s Transfer Award Scholarship
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Professional Associations
Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley
Member
Current
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State Bar of California
Member
Current
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Certifications
Series 7 License
FINRA
Series 66 License
FINRA
Websites & Blogs
Website
Mark Manalo's Website Profile
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Structure Law Group, LLP Website
Blog
Business Lawyers Blog
Contact & Map
Structure Law Group, LLP
Silicon Valley Office
1754 Technology Drive
Suite 135
San Jose, CA 95110
US
Telephone: (408) 441-7500
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed