Business Law
Business law for the decisions that shape your company.
From forming a company to negotiating an agreement or planning a transition, bring your business goals and legal questions into focus with The Lawler Group.
Strategic Business Law Consultation · 30 minutes
Your business, your priorities
Legal support through the life of your business.
Starting, operating and transferring a business each bring different decisions. Begin with the issue in front of you, then consider how it connects to the company you want to build.
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Start with a clear structure.
Forming a company or bringing in a partner?
Discuss formation, ownership and governance so your legal structure and agreements can reflect how the business will operate.
- Business formation and governance
- Operating and shareholder agreements
- Owner relationships and decision-making
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Put your agreements into context.
Preparing to sign, hire or work with a contractor?
Bring your objectives and proposed terms into a conversation about drafting, reviewing or negotiating business agreements.
- Commercial contracts
- Employment and independent contractor agreements
- Agreements considered alongside your business goals
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Prepare for a significant transaction.
Buying, selling or acquiring a business?
Explore the legal considerations of the proposed transaction, its agreements and the decisions needed to move forward.
- Business transactions and acquisitions
- Purchase and sale agreements
- Negotiation of transaction terms
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Think ahead to ownership changes.
Planning succession or a transfer of your interest?
Consider the future of the business, the people involved and how ownership arrangements may connect with your personal estate plan.
- Business succession planning
- Ownership and shareholder arrangements
- Coordination with estate planning for business owners
A connected view
Legal guidance that stays connected to your business.
Your legal questions may extend beyond one document or transaction. The Lawler Group also provides general counsel-level assistance, considering individual decisions alongside your business objectives.
Discuss the support you need and the scope of the proposed work before moving forward.
Strategic Business Law Consultation
Start with your business and the decision ahead.
A consultation is an opportunity to discuss your situation and the legal assistance you are looking for. These topics can help you prepare for the conversation.
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Your business and goals
Describe the company, the people involved and what you want to accomplish.
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The question in front of you
Identify the agreement, transaction or ownership issue you want to discuss.
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Scope and next steps
Ask about the proposed work, timing and information needed to proceed.
Business and personal planning
Your business is part of what you have built.
For business owners, succession and personal estate planning may need to be considered together. Explore how your ownership interests fit into the plans you make for your family and future.
Explore Estate Planning
Your next step
Bring your next business decision into focus.
Start with a Strategic Business Law Consultation to discuss your goals, questions and the support your business needs.
Schedule your business consultation
