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Mediation and Litigation in Business and Partnership Disputes
A Business Lawyer You Can Trust.
Our business lawyers and mediators work with businesses and organizations to help them resolve the various disputes that could interfere with their goals of making a profit or helping others. If our clients want to litigate, we have the experience to assist our clients with matters in litigation.
On the other hand, mediation of business disputes provides a structured method for resolving disputes of this kind. Mediation is much more beneficial than the litigation process. First, mediation takes much less time and is less expensive than litigation.
Further, the mediation process is confidential and can be scheduled whenever the parties want it to be scheduled. Moreover, parties tend to abide by agreements reached in mediation more than those imposed by a judge, jury, or arbitrator.
This is because, in business mediations, parties have more control over the process and the outcome. Learn how our business lawyer and mediator can help solve your business and partnership disputes.
How Hiring Business Attorneys Can Help You In The Long Term?
Hiring business attorneys for a small business is a significant process. Choosing the best attorney for your business will depend on what the legal needs and requirements for your company are.
In reality, there is a good chance a smaller legal team of experts assigned to the case can handle everything that your business requires, so the best attorney that may meet your needs may actually turn out to be a law firm with quite a few business attorneys having different specialties in different areas.
Small businesses frequently need assistance setting up the right legal form of business. Tasks that business attorneys provide include assistance with negotiating contracts with the clients’ customers or suppliers, assisting with real estate needs (such as a lease or a building purchase), and providing legal information and advice regarding the laws regarding contracts, taxes, zoning and licenses, protecting intellectual property, negotiating and settling matters in litigation and many other business related matters.
Who Are Business Attorneys and What Do They Do?
Business attorneys provide legal services when it comes to the operations and regulations of businesses. They typically assist with issues like business formation, business dispute resolution, corporate laws, and sales/transfers of businesses. They may also handle other matters such as corporate compliance, securities, and other matters.
Other work-related matters and issues which are handled by the human resources (HR) department may also require the services of a business attorney. Business attorneys may assist with matters such as discrimination and hiring disputes, non-competition agreements, and other employment related matters.
What Types of Cases Do Business Attorneys Handle?
Business attorneys normally handle cases that include:
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Various business disputes
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Fights which involve the sale and purchase of stocks and other securities and guarantees.
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Issues with business property and how to deal with or acquire it
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Compliance with business regulations and laws and the required penalties.
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Inappropriate use of protected business information, such as copyrighted and trademarked materials and how to deal with it
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Regional and international legal issues, such as transportation of goods and many more.
Business lawyers can represent many different types of clients and customers, including business owners, employees, insurance agencies, and many other parties.
What Other Issues Do Business Attorneys Handle?
Besides filing and litigating business disputes, a business attorney may assist with various different tasks, such as:
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Helping to negotiate, draft, and review business contracts
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Helping with business start-ups and helping with commencement and incorporation filings
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Addressing business termination or transfer issues and other lawful issues
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Helping a company shift or change organizational structure and settings
Thus, business attorneys can be consulted for a wide range of legal and lawful matters.
In some lawsuits, a business lawyer may play the role of an expert witness. For instance, if the court needs additional information regarding a particular business practice, business attorneys can provide the relevant information.
Should I Hire a Business Lawyer?
Hiring a business lawyer may be necessary in some circumstances. You may need to hire a lawyer if you have a legal issue that needs to be addressed in court or any such legal issues which you may fail to understand on your own.
A knowledgeable business lawyer in your area can provide you with legal representation in the event of a lawsuit.
Likewise, you may need to hire a lawyer if you need help with other business matters, such as starting a business or selling a business. Working with a lawyer can help prevent business losses in the long run.
The business lawyer offers legal advice in nearly all aspects of a business, thus being an asset for growing small businesses that may not be familiar with the administrative process of developing their business model.
Usually, the business lawyer will help the small business comply with local laws and regulations, offering advice from the formation to the termination, i.e. dissolution of a business. Business lawyers can also be an asset for handling lawsuits, reviewing contracts, overlooking staff manuals, and enforcing policies which the business owner may not be familiar with.
Specialties of a Business Lawyer
Specialties of a Business Lawyer include:
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Writing business plans for clients to present to potential and prospective investors.
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Investigating a name or logo for your business that is free of copyright or trademarks and free of any lawsuit in the upcoming future.
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Creating partnership agreements with different companies and associates.
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Describing the sometimes confusing aspects of submitting necessary IRS forms and maneuvering.
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Dealing with federal entities filing complaints or investigating a business for any illegal activities.
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Lawsuits where your business is involved, directly or indirectly, and how to properly handle the lawsuits.
At Conflict Free Resolutions, we are committed fully to helping business owners establish and grow their enterprises.
We provide a full range of advice and services designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners in New Orleans and surrounding areas to take advantage of the many opportunities that are presented to them.
Whether you need help concerning the acquisition of a business, setting up an organization, drafting of a contract,, or other business legal matters which may involve you and your company, you can rely and depend on us for sound advice and cost-effective services.
When Do I Need a Business Lawyer for My Small Business?
Among the uncountable worries for entrepreneurs who are initiating or are already running a small business is the question of whether they actually need or require a business lawyer.
The perception sometimes formed by owners of small businesses is that they really do not need an attorney until a matter goes to court. As a result, some small business owners only hire an attorney experienced and qualified with business matters when confronted with a serious legal problem (e.g. being sued by a customer or a supplier). However, legal help is a cost of doing business that often saves small business significant time and money and helps businesses thrive. Contract small business attorneys Conflict Free Resolutions today for a free initial consultation so that we may discuss the legal services that you might need. We will work around your schedule to tailor our legal representation to the needs of your small business.
CONTACT US TODAY
Conflict Free Resolutions offers a free initial consultation to discuss your case. Contact Conflict Free Resolutions (504) 302-2462 for a free consultation as soon as possible. We will work around your schedule. The consultation can be in person or on the Internet if you are concerned about meeting in person. New Orleans lawyers Conflict Free Resolutions has offices in Gretna and Downtown New Orleans by appointment only.
This information has been provided for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. Please consult your attorney in connection with any specific situation under federal and/or Louisiana law and the applicable state or local laws that may impose additional obligations on you and/or your business.