Most businesses begin with the spark of an idea that just continues to grow when nurtured with hard work, enthusiasm and customer demand. As an entrepreneur you must possess energy, passion, and be ready to grow within your industry over the years, working hard to maintain a unique business model, bringing forth innovation and a positive impact.
Whether you are just thinking about forming a new company or have already embarked on that exciting and challenging new journey, making sure you have a stable foundation to work from must come first. Along with that comes your network of support, and this should never be underestimated, as this is where you may find the highest levels of expertise, strength, and protection for your company over the years. It’s no secret that most successful companies are only as good as the people working there—but behind the scenes there must also be a skilled accountant and business lawyer.
While the accountant keeps your finances in order and leads you through tax time, the business lawyer is usually with you from the beginning to the end—helping you stay afloat through good and bad times which may arise through the years due to inevitable disputes and other legal issues which must be dealt with, to include:
- Creating your company – while you can incorporate or create an LLC on your own, a business attorney will be able to review your business model and goals for the future with you and explain what type of foundation would work best for you. They will also file the necessary paperwork and help you keep your business updated as required.
- Drafting important contracts – this could include any contracts required for employees or independent contractors, business partners, vendors, and more.
- Registering intellectual property or dealing with infringement issues – intellectual property law is complex, but with the help of an experienced attorney, you should be able to look forward to improving your brand with trademarks, service marks, and more, to include copyrights and patents. If you are concerned about infringements or violations, this is an area where you definitely need legal expertise on your side.
- Negotiating – this is one of the most valuable talents a business attorney can possess, and they will serve you well in many different types of negotiations over the years, whether you are working with new partners, buying or merging with another business, selling your business, and so much more.
- Legal disputes and lawsuits – if you are involved in a lawsuit, whether as the plaintiff or the defendant, you should be working with a skilled business litigation attorney who can represent you in court and protect both you and your business.
If you have concerns about business or employee issues, consult with Attorney Shane Coons. Our law office represents clients involved in a wide range of businesses and legal issues, and we would be glad to review your case and help you explore your options. Call now at 949-333-0900 or email us at Shane.Coons@seclawoffices.com.