Business Law
In business, a well-drafted contract provides more than just protection—it is the connective tissue of your operations. Whether you are launching a startup or managing a growing enterprise, your agreements should do more than just protect you, they should provide the clarity, stability, and flexibility needed for your business to thrive and grow.
Many small and medium-sized businesses need the oversight of a legal department without the overhead of full-time staff. I serve as a fractional General Counsel, providing proactive risk management and a steady hand for the legal questions and issues that arise during the day-to-day operation of your business.
Building on my prior Big Law experience, I provide my clients with the highest level scrutiny and attention, but with the accessibility of a local partner. I don’t just modify templates, but work with you to identify your specific needs given your unique interests and circumstances and draft to meet those specifications. I offer comprehensive support across the entire lifecycle of your business, including:
Operational Agreements: Drafting and negotiating vendor/supplier contracts, service agreements, and distribution licenses essential to your daily workflow.
Employment & Talent: Crafting non-compete, confidentiality (NDA), and employment agreements that protect your intellectual property and human capital.
Financial & Real Estate: Reviewing loan documents, bank financing, and commercial leases to ensure your growth is built on sustainable terms.
Corporate Governance: Maintaining your "corporate health" through the management of board minutes, annual reports, and compliance registrations.
Strategic Partnerships: Advising on joint ventures, investor relations, and shareholder agreements as you bring new voices into your vision.
Succession Planning: Succession is the ultimate goal of any conscious business owner. I help you navigate the complexities of business succession planning, ensuring that the legacy you’ve built is preserved for your family and your community.
In the unfortunate event that business relationships straing or disputes arise, I have extensive experience resolving conflicts before litigation ensues through negotiation and mediation.If settlement isn't possible, I have years of experience litigating business and fiduciary and will effectively represent and protect your interests in court.
Business Planning and Formation
Entity Selection & Formation: Assistance selecting the best entity type for your needs and handling the formation and filing requirements.
Founding Documents: Prepare necessary administrative documents such as Operating Agreements, Bylaws, Partnership Agreements.
Corporate Governance: Establishing initial governance structures, policies, and membership rights.
Regulatory Licensing: Identifying all regulatory requirements and securing all necessary licenses and permits.
Brand Protection: Conduct initial trademark searches and filing to secure business name and IP.
Contracts and Outside Counsel Services
Custom Contracts: Draft unique or master templates for your contractual needs.
Third-Party Negotiations: Reviewing and negotiating commercial leases, vendor contracts, and supplier agreements to mitigate hidden risks.
Employment & Talent: Crafting independent contractor agreements, non-disclosures (NDAs), and non-compete clauses.
AI Content QC and Review: Providing legal audits of AI-generated content and advice on the responsible integration of AI tools in your operations.
Compliance: Managing annual reports, corporate minutes, and Secretary of State filings to keep your entity in "good standing."
Breach of Contract: Asserting your rights or defending your business in disputes over non-performance or payment failures.
Partnership & Shareholder Disputes: Navigating internal conflicts between owners to find equitable buy-outs or restructuring solutions.
Tortious Interference: Protecting your business relationships from unfair competition or outside interference.
Employment Defense: Managing disputes regarding wage-and-hour claims, wrongful termination, or restrictive covenant violations.
Pre-Litigation Mediation: Acting as a strategic negotiator to settle disputes before they reach the public (and expensive) courtroom stage.
Fiduciary Duty Claims: Representing interests in cases involving the alleged breach of duty by officers, directors, or managers.
