100 North East 3rd Ave, Suite 620
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Phone: (954) 779-7009
Schecter Law

Posts Tagged ‘hire a lawyer’

Benefits of hiring a lawyer for your business

June 23rd, 2011

By Mark Schecter | Comments Off

hire a business lawyerYour new or existing business can benefit from having access to a savvy lawyer. Someone that provides legal assistance at every stage, keeps you in compliance with the law, and helps you resolve disputes.

Here are a few more benefits of hiring a lawyer:

Proper planning and start-up

We have discussed the impact business planning can have on your success on this blog before.

Despite its importance, many business owners launch without giving much thought to how they plan to grow, sustain and expand when necessary.

An ideal time to hire a lawyer is during the initial planning stage. Get help evaluating the viability of your idea; write a business plan; and choose a legal structure that is best for your company.

Stay in compliance with the law

There are laws that govern nearly every action you take in your business.

Because many entrepreneurs have little or no legal expertise, they often fail to comply with the law. This can lead to costly fines, lawsuits and other legal actions.

Your business lawyer will make sure you are in compliance with all laws and regulations. He can also prevent you from taking actions that will jeopardize your company’s success.

Operate with valid and enforceable contracts

Whether you are providing services or products, it is essential that you have a written contract in place.

But it should be noted, all contracts are not created equal, and some are not valid.

A business lawyer can prepare an ironclad written contract that not only outlines the agreement between all parties, but is enforceable in the state of Florida.

Resolve partnership disputes

When we think of partnerships, we often visualize two or more people working seamlessly to move a business forward. However, at some moments this is far from the truth.

There will be times when the partners cannot reach an agreement regarding management decisions, hiring staff or increasing salaries.

Your business lawyer can prepare a partnership agreement that outlines expectations, and clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of everyone. This can limit partnership disputes and subsequent legal actions.

Are you doing risky business?

Many business owners do not think about hiring a lawyer until they are ready to file (or have been served) with a lawsuit.

There is a better way. Call 954-779-7009 to hire a savvy lawyer… and start doing smarter, profitable business in Florida.

Essential skills to look for in a business lawyer

April 1st, 2010

By Mark Schecter | No Comments »

You know a lawyer can represent your small or mid-sized business from the initial planning phase through legal disputes and resolutions.

But you’re wondering, how do you find the “right” lawyer to hire?

It’s not as difficult as you may think. Here are two essential skills to look for:

Good Communication

The most effective business lawyers are good communicators.

Be observant and assess the lawyer’s communication style before you hire him to provide legal services.

Pay close attention to his behavior before, during and after the consultation period:

  • Does he return your telephone calls and emails?
  • Is his communication clear and concise?
  • Does he respond to your inquiries or do you leave the conversation more confused?

The “Right” Experience

If you are searching for a lawyer to represent your business, you want someone that has experience handling the type of legal services you need.

Evaluate the lawyer’s expertise:

  • How long has he practiced business law in Florida?
  • Does he offer references from “happy” clients?
  • Has he provided legal services to other businesses in your industry?

Expecting a car accident attorney to resolve messy shareholder disputes doesn’t make sense; but hiring a lawyer that has extensive experience litigating business-related matters does.

If you are a small or mid-sized business searching for a lawyer in or around Fort Lauderdale, contact our firm today to discuss your needs.