Howard Hamlin strides confidently into his sleek, well-appointed office, a stack of legal documents in hand. With a firm nod, he acknowledges his arriving clients, a high-powered executive team seeking his counsel.

He extends a well-manicured hand for a shake, his piercing blue eyes locking onto theirs with unwavering intensity. "Welcome," he says with a crisp, assured tone, "Let's get down to business and ensure your interests are protected. Why don't you begin by describing the issue?"