Did you know it is important to choose the right attorney to represent you and your business? There are careful considerations to make in your decision that depend on factors such as the type of business you run, your corporate set up, your employment structure, what sort of matters your attorney will need to handle, and whether you live in an urban or rural area. Finding an attorney to handle your business affairs is an important matter and one that you should not put off.
While it can seem like a daunting undertaking, it does not have to be. Let us share a few key steps we share with all of our clients, friends, and loved ones when it comes to determining the right business law attorney to support you in reaching your goals for business success right here in our blog.
1. What is your business? There are many different kinds of businesses, and almost as many types of specializations for business law attorneys. It is important to choose a business law attorney who is familiar with your type of business. For example, if you have started a technology company, you may wish to look for an attorney who is experienced in handling technology matters for other businesses and who understands how your technology works and specific intellectual property issues that might arise in the future. Or if you have a business that involves a lot of physical space and requires the purchase and sale of different properties and perhaps rental agreements, you might look for a business law attorney who handles corporate property matters and is skilled in drafting these types of contracts. We can help you identify what you need and how to get the support for the legal solutions you want to achieve.
2. Where is your business located? Your location may make all the difference in choosing a business law attorney in your area. It makes sense to have an attorney in your local community who is close to you and can be available to meet with you in person, if you choose. While it may make sense to drill down on finding an attorney with a specialization in the type of business you run, as discussed above, there is no replacement for local counsel as well. Ask your attorney if she has experience in your type of business representation. An added benefit to a local attorney is that she will be familiar with the courts in your local area and have familiarity with the local industry your business is involved in.
3. What type of help do you need? It is important to start thinking about the help you need from your business attorney. Are you just getting started and need help with formation documents? Do you need to determine what corporate set up is right for you and ask for best practices? Are you up and running but finding you do not have the contracts, employee representation, financial systems, or overall guidance that you need to reach the level of success you want? Be ready to discuss all of this and more with your business attorney.
We know running a business is both rewarding and challenging, at times. We are here to support you. We know as a business owner you likely have many things on your plate at any given time. When choosing a business law attorney in your area, make sure to find someone who can minimize the time it takes you to attend to legal matters, freeing you up to run your business.
We know this article may raise more questions than it answers. We know this blog may raise more questions than it answers. We want you not to wait to learn more about this critical issue facing all of us, including Connecticut seniors, families, and business owners. Remember, being prepared is the best defense you can have in place. The Northeast Law Center practices law in many Connecticut counties including Hartford, New London, Tolland and Windham. We encourage you to contact us and schedule a meeting.