Kara Cobb earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from Rowan University, but her professional path took an unexpected and rewarding turn when she joined a multi-doctor veterinary hospital as a receptionist. Over the course of 14 years, she developed a deep understanding of the veterinary industry, which ultimately led her to a role as a Transaction Coordinator at a boutique law firm focused exclusively on veterinary practice sales. In that role, she managed the full lifecycle of private and corporate transactions—from engagement through closing—and quickly transitioned into a paralegal position supporting attorneys with a wide range of legal documents.
Kara’s experience includes drafting and reviewing corporate governance materials, employment agreements, vendor contracts, and real estate documents. In 2023, she completed an ABA-accredited paralegal certificate program and now brings nearly seven years of legal experience to her new role supporting the Veterinary Law team at Mandelbaum Barrett PC.
Deal Alert: From Associate to Owner: Veterinary Practice and Real Estate Acquisition in New Jersey
October 16, 2025
The National Veterinary Law Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC is proud to announce the successful closing of a veterinary practice and real estate acquisition in New Jersey.Veterinary Deal Alert: Two-Phase Veterinary M&A and Real Estate Deal Closed in Connecticut
October 3, 2025
The National Veterinary Law Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC is proud to announce the successful closing of a two-phase transaction in Connecticut, where our client acquired an established veterinary practice together with the adjoining real estate.Understanding Hot Assets in a Veterinary Practice Sale: Tax Implications Every Seller Should Know
October 14, 2025
When selling a veterinary practice, many owners focus on the big-ticket items like equipment value, goodwill, and real estate. However, a critical but often overlooked component of the sale is the treatment of “hot assets” — a category of assets that can significantly affect your tax liability. What Are Hot Assets? In the context of […]Veterinary Law Newsletter: Volume 29
September 10, 2025
🐾 Our Latest Veterinary Law Newsletter Is Here! 🐾 From legal trends to leadership insights, we’re sharing what matters most to veterinarians and veterinary practice owners. In this issue: ✨ Industry Hot Topics – Cybersecurity, Practice Buy-Ins & Preparing for a Practice Sale 🎙️ “Just Vetting” with Peter Tanella, Esq. Podcast Episodes featuring Ashley Staycheff, […]Preparing for a Veterinary Practice Sale: Legal and Operational Considerations
June 24, 2025
For many veterinary practice owners, the decision to sell their practice represents one of the most significant milestones in their professional journey. Whether a sale is imminent or still several years away, early planning and proper legal preparation are key to ensuring a smooth transaction and maximizing the value of the business. This article outlines […]How One Clause in Your Veterinary Employment Agreement Could Cost You Thousands
May 15, 2025
When veterinary associates evaluate an employment offer, they often focus on the base salary or production percentage. But buried in many agreements—usually somewhere between “bonus compensation” and “reconciliation period”—is a clause that can quietly chip away at earnings: negative accrual. If your associate compensation includes a ProSal model (a base salary or “draw” plus production-based […]Veterinary Law Newsletter: Volume 28
April 29, 2025
Our latest Veterinary Law Newsletter is now live! From legal trends to leadership tips, we’re covering what matters most to veterinarians and veterinary practice owners. 📌 In this issue:• Featured Hot Topics including Corporate Consolidation and Restrictive Covenants in Associate Employment Agreements• “Just Vetting” Podcast with Peter Tanella, Esq. episode featuring Monica Dixon Perry, BS, […]