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I am an experienced trial and business lawyer, with senior executive experience, who has spent my entire career fostering and developing trusted advisor relationships with clients and companies.

Our Legal Services & Expertise

Business Law

Every business has its own unique set of challenges, but it takes experience and a proven track record to recognize the unique challenges of being a business professional in today’s market. Whether you are seeking general counsel, have a current or pending contract or partnership dispute, or trying to prevent a situation from worsening, having experienced legal and business advice can make all the difference in the outcome. Contact us today for a consultation.

Employment Law

Services for Employers and Employees:

  • Labor Agreements & Contracts

  • Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation Suits

  • Grievances, Mediations & Arbitrations

  • Employment Disputes & Unfair Labor Practices

  • Wage Claims

  • Wrongful Termination & Discrimination

  • Executive Employment Contracts

Outside General Counsel

Few businesses can afford a full-time general counsel, but that doesn’t mean your business should go without. Let us fill that role for you, as needed, through every stage of your business’ evolution. We can provide vital support for nearly every aspect of your business – from the earliest stages of business formation to contract negotiations and compliance. We can also help you spot potential liabilities and exposures that could lead to disputes or litigation if not properly addressed.

Litigation

When it comes to litigation matters, you need a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in handling diverse matters across federal and state courts, encompassing both trial and appellate levels, as well as in arbitration proceedings. We offers a wealth of expertise in navigating the complexities of the legal system to ensure the best possible outcome for our clients.

Contracts

Contracts are at the heart of business transactions. A properly worded, thought out and comprehensive agreement that is easy to understand and provides the protections necessary is vital to helping avoid unnecessary and costly disputes later on. We have experience drafting agreements for all types of transactions and situations that will place your business in the best possible situation should a dispute arise

Business Formation

Whether you are a start-up venture or mature market leader, we can advise you on entity selection and formation, as well as help you put enforceable business agreements in place that protect your enterprise and your intellectual property from unnecessary risks and litigation.

Corporate Restructuring

We have represented clients of all sizes in all types of industries and business structures, frequently advising on business restructure matters such as:

  • Stock sales or asset sales

  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Buy-ins or buyouts

  • Modifying or creating shareholder agreements

  • Partnership fallout, or removal of an inactive partner

  • The gaining of equity for a business without giving up control

Partnership Disputes

When matters become highly contentious between shareholders or partners, we are exceptionally equipped with the insight to protect, mitigate, and recover when litigation becomes necessary.

  • Fraud or misrepresentation

  • Breach of fiduciary duty claims

  • Breach of contract

  • Shareholder derivative suits

  • Minority shareholder oppression

  • Partnership disputes

  • Shareholder disputes

  • Shareholder/partner improper conduct, including competition, embezzlement, or trade secret theft

Business Purchase/Sale Agreements

Whether your transaction involves the purchase or sale of a business’ assets or its equity, we can help you through the entire process, including structuring the transaction, negotiating important details on your behalf, advising you on the tax implications of different transaction forms, and discussing financing and payment arrangements.

Engage a seasoned advisor today

Welcome to a tradition of excellence and unwavering commitment to your legal needs. Discover the expertise, dedication, and reliability that sets us apart.

Counsel You Can Trust

“When a client hires me, they get someone with 25-plus years of business and litigation experience who is going to pay very personal attention to each and every matter that comes across my desk.”

— W. Mark Bennett

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