Business Formation & Planning

If you’re considering starting a new business, it’s important to carefully analyze the situation before you do. There are some specific areas you need to consider and questions that need to be answered. Below are four examples, but this is not an exhaustive list. It’s...

As a business owner, you should prioritize protecting your intellectual property, trade secrets and client relationships. And one effective legal tool that can help you safeguard your business interests is a covenant not to compete. A non-compete agreement is a...

Are you thinking about adding a partner to your Florida business? It can be daunting, especially for those accustomed to running their company alone. On the other hand, having a partner could improve your business and help you meet the challenges of a growing company....

Getting into business with a like-minded person can be an exciting move. But business partnerships can be strained, and they are not immune from disputes and, at times, court battles.  Knowing how to read the signs of partnership troubles ahead of time can help you...

You have done your due diligence and believe your idea for a new Florida business has an excellent chance of success. Now, you must take formal steps to create your company. With so many decisions to make, it is easy to lose track of things that don’t seem important...

Forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) offers several advantages for businesses. An LLC is a flexible business structure that combines elements of a corporation and a partnership or sole proprietorship. Considering the advantages that LLCs afford their members –...

Has your company grown to the point where you need employees to share some of the workload? Many companies start and end with only a single employee – themselves. Others become so successful that outside help is necessary. Those who have never been the boss must take...

Have you considered forming a business partnership? A business partnership could give you many opportunities that your business has previously not had. However, anyone can be your business partner, but that doesn’t mean anyone should be. You should be careful who you...

Succession planning is one of the most critical decisions a business owner can make for their company’s future. Having a mindful and well-thought-out succession plan can help ensure your business stays in good hands no matter what happens. Not only does it ensure that...

Many people want to start a business, but not necessarily on their own. Instead, they will seek out a business partner to enter into this venture with. In some cases, this may be a spouse or a close friend, but they may also want to try to search for the ideal...