There are several moving parts to starting a new business, and having a business lawyer by your side can proactively help protect you, your new business, associated assets, and more.
Starting a new business means assuming a lot of risk paired with many unforeseeable challenges and growth opportunities. Having professional, legal expertise and support throughout your new venture can help mitigate and, in many cases, help you avoid severe legal or financial downfalls down the road.
As you move into your new role as a business owner, there are two professionals to find and hire as soon as possible for optimal growth: an accountant and a lawyer. So that you avoid any accidental financial mistakes, an accountant can help you navigate your expenses, prepare you for tax seasons, help with payroll, new employee tax documents, and more.
Whereas, hiring a business lawyer when you are starting your new business provides you with legally sound assistance in nearly every aspect of not only your business and industry, but also at a personal level (for example, by helping you protect your personal assets by separating them from your business assets).
What Does a Florida Business Lawyer Do?
A business attorney can help you have peace of mind knowing that you are following state and local business laws, and have all of your t’s crossed and i’s dotted.
They can help with an array of legal areas of your business and industry, including:
- Preparing legally binding contracts for contractors, clients, suppliers, distributors, and employees
- Structuring your business as a Limited Liability Company (LLC), Partnership, Corporation, and preparing the accompanying paperwork and filings
- Acquiring, completing, and negotiating documentation for renting commercial spaces
- Negotiating and drafting specific contracts relating to non-competition agreements, confidentiality agreements, and buy-sell agreements
- Protecting your intellectual property
Should I Hire a Business Lawyer When Starting My Business?
Too often, business owners put off hiring an attorney until they are in legal battles. Ideally, you should hire one as you are starting out to avoid or minimize any legal troubles that may arise down the road.
Business lawyers are well versed in business law, can help anticipate any potential legal issues that your business may encounter, and ultimately help you avoid them.
Finding a Florida Business Lawyer Near You
Just as there are specialized types of businesses, there are also specialized lawyers for business law.
At Apfelbaum Law, our dedicated team can help you navigate the legalities of business and contract law, including:
- Business disputes
- Business transactions and planning
- Commercial litigation
- Construction law
- Contract disputes
- Contract drafting and negotiations
Whether you are just starting your business and seeking a legal partner to ensure you are following the law, or are in the facing a legal battle, our business attorneys can help. Contact Apfelbaum Law today to learn how.
