Ryan Replogle
Legal solutions for ambitious companies
About
Replogle Legal Group - The business-first legal partner for ambitious companies.
After a combined 18+ years at a NYC law firm and advising C-suite leadership at cutting-edge tech and energy companies, I founded Chicago-based law firm Replogle Legal Group. The premise: expertise and quality on par with the big firms that is delivered efficiently, affordably and with practical business insight.
Services
New business/start-up formation
• Form corporation/LLC in preferred jurisdiction (e.g., DE/NY/IL) • Advise on capital structure and entity selection • Prepare shareholder/operating agreement and board governance documents • Issue founder equity and coordinate bylaws/minute book • Draft founder & restrictive covenant agreements (IP assignment, confidentiality, non compete) • Regulatory/industry compliance advice and investor ready corporate housekeeping
Technology Commercialization
• Structure technology licensing, project development, IP transfer, SaaS and software agreements • Develop standard terms & conditions for products/services • Prepare NDAs, non compete and other protective agreements • Draft consulting and professional services agreements • Support joint ventures, teaming agreements, strategic alliances and go to market strategies
Investment & Capital Raising
• Structure angel/seed financings SAFEs and convertible notes • Draft capital agreements, private placements and financing documents • Prepare shareholder/operating agreements and investor rights provisions • Provide board governance and entity management guidance • Conduct due diligence and investor readiness reviews • Ensure securities law compliance and exemptions • Advise on founder/executive compensation (equity, options, etc.)
What clients say
“Ryan and I have collaborated on numerous complex transactions and commercial agreements over the years. What’s impressed me most was how he could translate complex legal issues into clear business recommendations. Ryan is always focused on what actually mattered for the business.”
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“As a founder, I can say that Replogle Legal Group is the absolute best legal partner you will find. Ryan Replogle is one of those rare lawyers who truly understands the startup world. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful, and has a real instinct for balancing legal nuance with business realities. Ryan’s the kind of lawyer you want in your corner - someone who can break down complex issues without drowning you in legalese, and who genuinely cares about the people and companies he supports. I’ve been consistently impressed with the way he shows up. If you’re looking for legal counsel that’s smart, strategic, and startup-savvy, Replogle Legal Group is the best there is.”
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Experience
Founding member
Replogle Legal Group
Jul 2025 – Present
Deputy General Counsel
LanzaTech Global
Oct 2018 – Jul 2025
Senior Counsel
GTI Energy
Feb 2017 – Oct 2018
JD
Washington University in St. Louis
BS
Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
