A Trusted Legal Advisor for Your Business

Failing to obtain legal advice and representation at the outset is a common and potentially costly mistake that many entrepreneurs make when starting their businesses.  Even experienced business owners and senior managers attempt to engage in “do it yourself” legal when it comes to negotiating and signing contracts with suppliers,  employees, or independent contractors.  The reason?  Many entrepreneurs or business executives believe that legal help is too costly, unnecessary, or a hindrance to getting things done.

At the Law Office of Karen Bland, P.C. we take pride in dismantling these common misperceptions by providing effective legal representation for your small or medium-sized business.  We offer business legal services to fit your needs and help you avoid those costly mistakes that can make or break your business.  As your trusted legal advisor – we work with you to make sure you understand the legal implications of your business decisions. 

Business Formation and Planning – Business Start-Up Services

LLC, Corporation, S Corporation, Partnership??  Which legal structure is right for your vision?  The Law Office of Karen Bland, P.C. can advise you and help you understand the different legal structures to make sure you start your business on sound footing.  We will prepare the appropriate legal documents for your selected structure and guide you through setting up your business – THE RIGHT WAY.  

Depending on your needs, we will also guide you on other start-up legal considerations, such as: 

• Will you hire employees or rely on independent contractors? 
• Are you eligible for a specially-designated certification?
• Do you need trademark or patent protection?
• Do you need boilerplate contracts to sell your goods or services?

Contract Negotiation, Analysis, and Drafting

The best way to avoid costly litigation is to have a clearly written contract that reflects the agreement of both parties.  Purchasing contracts on the Internet is the best way to find your business involved in a costly legal battle.  You can avoid this threat.  Our business contract services will make sure you understand the legal arrangement you’re entering into and protect your business interests.  If you need contracts for use in your business, such as employment contracts, non-compete contracts, confidentiality agreements, etc., the Law Office of Karen Bland, P.C. will prepare contracts that fit your specific business needs.   

Business Advocacy and Public Policy

Policy impacts business and business impacts policy.  Is your company positioned to leverage the interaction between public policy and business?  With our “inside the beltway” experience, the Law Office of Karen Bland, P.C. can help you execute effective public policy strategies to advocate your business interests before federal and state legislators.  Our business advocacy services include:

• Legislative updates and alerts relevant to your business interests.
• Development and execution of political action strategies.
• Meetings and advocacy before public officials.

Business Legal Services for the Small Business Budget

At the Law Office of Karen Bland, P.C., we’re about helping clients not gauging them.  We offer flexible payment options, including fixed-rate fees, for our menu of start-up legal services and business contract services.

Call us today for a consultation on your business legal needs.