Plain and simple: a business attorney focuses on issues that affect businesses.
When setting up a new business, a business attorney, sometimes referred to as a commercial attorney or corporate attorney, plays an important role. If you have an experienced business attorney by your side to lead you through the creation of your new business, things are likely to go smoothly and will be set up properly and legally.
A business attorney may also assist with disputes, transfer/sale of businesses, intellectual property, and much more. So, what exactly is a business attorney?
What Exactly Is a Business Attorney?
There is a plethora of state and federal laws that affect your business and the creation of it, and a business attorney will help guide you through them. They are legal experts who provide legal services regarding the regulations and functions and of your business.
What Can a Business Lawyer Help Me With?
Business lawyers can assist you with entity issues, including:
- Forming a corporation or other entity
- Maintaining your corporation
- Buy-sell agreements
- Selling of the business entity or assets of the business
- Dissolution of the business
They can also help you with contracts, including such services as:
- Drafting
- Review
- Negotiation
Additionally, commercial attorneys can help with:
- Non-Competition Agreements and other employment issues
- Contractor, distributorship, employment, and other type of agreements
- Contract and various business disputes
- Intellectual property protection
Why Do I Need a Corporate Attorney?
Although not every aspect of owning a business necessitates legal assistance, utilizing a business lawyer is recommended for many business situations. Here are some instances when they will likely be necessary:
- Registration of the company
- Production of all relevant legal documentation regarding ownership and management of the company
- Procurement of the business license and approval for its operations
- Negotiations with clients, employees, and vendors
- Creation of sound legal contracts with employees, vendors, and clients
Hiring a Business Lawyer in Florida
Starting and running a business in Florida is an exciting undertaking, but keep in mind that it comes with many laws and regulations that must be abided by when creating and maintaining the company.
If you need assistance with your business or have questions about any potential business law matter, please contact Apfelbaum Law today for a consultation.
