Business Law

A Handshake Isn't Always Enough. Our expertise in business law guides entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses through the complexities of legal challenges in today's dynamic business landscape.

Formation of a Business

MacLaren Law will assist you in choosing the best entity for your new business, taking into account liability and tax preferences.

Sole proprietorship
Partnership
Limited Liability Company or LLC
Corporation

MacLaren Law will prepare the governing documents and formation of agreements required to create your business. How can we help?

Business Planning

Business Succession Planning
Business Acquisition
Business Formation
Business Operation
Sale or Dissolution of the Business

What will happen to your business if something happens to you? MacLaren Law can help protect your business. Let's Talk!

What happens to my business after I die?

Many business owners do not think about what might happen to their business after they die. However, it is something that all business owners need to plan for. If you don't make plans for your business, then your business will pass through probate court and then be liquidated in a few short months and sold off, with the proceeds going to your beneficiaries. This process can be stressful for everyone involved. We often recommend that business owners place their businesses in a trust. A trust will allow your business to continue or provide a definitive plan to dissolve the business after your death. Contact us if you would like to know more about business and estate planning. Read more frequently asked questions about business law and business planning.

Contract Law

MacLaren Law can prepare new contracts and review business contracts with another party to help protect you in your business dealings. We can advise you on all of your contracts including:

Limitations of Liability
Statements of Work
Change in Control Issues
Data Backup, Audit Requirements
Service Level Agreements
Taxes
Invoicing and Payment Terms
Risk of Loss
Indemnification
Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Termination rights

Get in touch today to get help with business contracts.

Do you really need to use a qualified attorney for contracts?

Using form contracts found on the internet or attempting to craft your own contracts may have serious implications if you fail to tailor the contract to your business’s needs. Only a qualified attorney will be able to help you draft contracts that help protect you from liability in your business dealings. You may have to pay attorney fees, but it is even more expensive to be sued for something you could’ve prevented.