IP & Business Law  ·  MD  ·  DC  ·  NY

Championing
Innovation.
Protecting Creativity.

We work with founders, creators, and entrepreneurs building something real. Trademarks, copyright, business formation, contracts, and litigation — we make the law work for you.

Maryland Washington, DC New York
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9+
Years Practice
3
Jurisdictions
IP
Core Focus
2025
Firm Founded
What We Do

Legal services built
for builders.

Whether you're launching a company, protecting a creative work, or navigating a complex deal, RO LAW provides boutique counsel that keeps pace with how you actually work.

01
Intellectual Property & Creative Assets
  • Trademark search & registration
  • Copyright registration (music, film, digital content)
  • Content licensing & usage agreements
  • Production agreements (film, crew, talent)
  • Podcast / YouTube ownership agreements
  • IP audits for small businesses
02
Business Formation & Startup Legal
  • LLC / Corp formation packages
  • Operating & shareholder agreements
  • Founder / partner agreements
  • Contractor & employment documents
  • Website / app terms & privacy policies
  • "Launch my service business" bundles
03
Contracts & Deal Work
  • Service agreements (studios, agencies, creatives)
  • Sponsorship / influencer / brand-collab agreements
  • Talent agreements (on-camera, voice, extras)
  • Licensing & royalty structures
  • Vendor & subcontractor agreements
  • Non-compete / non-solicit drafting
04
Litigation & Disputes
  • Breach of contract enforcement
  • Trademark & copyright enforcement letters
  • Online infringement & DMCA takedowns
  • Partnership & member disputes
  • Settlement-first strategy for small businesses
  • Commercial real estate disputes
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Rolanzo R. White, Esq.
2025
Founded
About the Firm

A law firm that
understands
your work.

RO LAW LLC is a boutique intellectual property and business law firm founded in 2025. We work with founders, creators, and entrepreneurs who need a legal partner who can keep pace with them.

Our practice is anchored in IP — trademarks, copyright, and the contracts that bring creative and business ventures to life. We also serve clients in technology: AI, robotics, and renewable energy, where legal questions are never purely theoretical.

Founded by Rolanzo R. White, Esq., who earned his J.D. from UMass Law (2013–2016) and brings a production background — Penn State Film, Penn State Athletics — that shapes every engagement.

TrademarksCopyrightFilm & Sports AI & TechM&AReal Estate RenewablesLitigation
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The Team

You work directly
with counsel.

Rolanzo R. White, Esq.
Rolanzo R. White, Esq.
Founder & Managing Attorney

Rolanzo advises entrepreneurs, startups, and creatives on business formation, contracts, and intellectual property. A Penn State film alum, UMass Law J.D. (2013–2016), and former sports production team member, he brings creative industry experience and sharp legal precision to every matter.

At RO LAW, you work directly with Rolanzo. Personal, practical counsel built around your goals.

UMass LawJ.D., Universidad de Massachusetts School of Law, 2013–2016
Penn StateB.A. Film Studies, College of Communications — production team with Penn State Athletics across football, basketball, soccer, golf, and more
Since 2016Licensed and actively practicing attorney for nearly a decade, representing clients in both state and federal courts across commercial litigation and transactional work — having formed dozens of businesses, filed hundreds of trademarks, and assisted in the sale and purchase of businesses, real estate, and intellectual property.
MD · DC · NYLicensed to practice in Maryland, Washington DC, and New York
2025Founded RO LAW LLC — boutique IP and business law firm for founders, creators, and entrepreneurs

Growing with intention. If you are a talented attorney, paralegal, or legal professional, we would love to connect.

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Client Reviews

What our clients
say.

★★★★★
5.0
Google Reviews
★★★★★

“Rolanzo made the entire trademark process clear and stress-free. He explained every step and delivered everything on time. I felt like I had a real partner protecting my brand.”

Creative Agency Owner — Maryland
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★★★★★

“I needed an operating agreement and founder agreements drafted quickly for my startup. RO LAW was sharp, responsive, and understood exactly what our tech company needed. Highly recommend.”

Tech Startup Founder — Washington, DC
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★★★★★

“As a filmmaker, I needed someone who actually understood production agreements and copyright. Rolanzo’s production background made all the difference — he asked the right questions immediately.”

Independent Filmmaker — New York
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