Leveraging Legal Expertise: How Small Business Owners Can Benefit from an Outside Attorney

Unlocking the Power of Legal Expertise for Small Businesses

Running a small business comes with its own set of challenges and legal complexities. While many small business owners handle various aspects of their operations independently, there are times when seeking the guidance of an experienced outside attorney becomes essential. Many times, however, people are not clear on exactly how an outside attorney can help support their business. In this guide, we'll explore how small business owners can make the most of an external attorney's expertise to protect and grow their business.

Strategic Legal Counsel

One of the most valuable roles an outside attorney can play is that of a strategic legal advisor. They can review your business plans, contracts, and agreements, helping you make informed decisions that align with your long-term goals while mitigating legal risks. They have also likely worked with many other business owners, and have insight into a wide variety of situations.

Contract Review and Drafting

Contracts are the backbone of any business. An outside attorney can review contracts before you sign them, ensuring that they are fair and advantageous for your business. They can also assist in drafting contracts tailored to your specific needs.

Intellectual Property Protection

If your business involves intellectual property like trademarks, copyrights, or patents, an outside attorney can assist in protecting your valuable assets and pursuing legal action against infringement if necessary.

Compliance and Regulatory Guidance

Navigating the labyrinth of business and employment regulations can be daunting. An experienced attorney can keep you informed about local, state, and federal regulations that impact your industry and help you stay compliant.

Mergers and Acquisitions

If you're considering buying or selling a business or merging with another, an experienced attorney can guide you through the intricate legal processes and negotiations involved in such transactions.

Succession Planning

Planning for the future is crucial. An outside attorney can assist in creating a succession plan to ensure the smooth transition of your business to the next generation or a new owner when the time comes.

Cost-Effective Legal Solutions

While it might seem like an added expense, working with an outside attorney can ultimately save you money. They can help prevent costly legal problems and provide cost-effective solutions when challenges arise.

Peace of Mind

Perhaps one of the most significant benefits is peace of mind. Knowing that you have a trusted legal advisor to turn to for guidance and support can relieve stress and allow you to focus on growing your business.

Conclusion

Incorporating the expertise of an outside attorney into your small business strategy can be a game-changer. It's an investment in legal protection and strategic planning that can lead to long-term success. By partnering with a knowledgeable attorney, you can navigate legal complexities with confidence and ensure the growth and sustainability of your business.

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Emily Smith-Lee is the owner and founder of slnlaw. She is a 1996 graduate of Boston College Law School. She was previously a partner at the Boston office of a large international firm, where she worked for thirteen years with a focus on business litigation. In 2009, she started the firm that since became slnlaw, and has grown it from a solo practice to a five-attorney firm with multiple practice areas. She has been recognized as Massachusetts Superlawyer each year since 2013, and in 2018 earned recognition as one of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly's Lawyers of the Year. She has written a book on employment law: Rules of the Road, What You Need to Know About Employment Laws in Massachusetts, and helped hundreds of small business owners with contracts, business transactions, employment law advice, business incorporation, and risk management. She has also litigated business disputes in state and federal courts.

Rebecca Rogers: Rebecca is a 2006 graduate of Boston College Law School, and has worked with slnlaw since 2013. She previously worked as an intellectual property litigation attorney for Fish & Richardson in Boston, Massachusetts, and clerked for the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. Rebecca has helped clients with business contracts, employment contracts, and employment law advice.

Jenna Ordway: Jenna is a 2013 graduate of Quinnipiac Law School, and also earned an LLM in Taxation from Boston University in 2015. She has been affiliated with slnlaw since 2011, first as a law clerk and then as an attorney. Jenna has been recognized since 2019 as a "Rising Star" by Massachusetts Superlawyers. Jenna has helped many small business owners with simple and complex business incorporation, contract review, advice and analysis regarding business disputes, employment law advice, and advice about business succession considerations as part of estate planning.

Elijah Bresley: Eli is a 2014 graduate of Seton Hall Law school, and has worked with slnlaw since 2020. He previously worked for a boutique employment law firm outside of Boston, and then for the Labor and Employment department of a large Boston firm. He also spent a year clerking for the judges of the Superior Court in Hartford, Connecticut. Eli has helped our small business clients with employment law advice and defense of employment-related lawsuits in MCAD and state and federal courts.

Sharleen Tinnin: Sharleen is a 2010 graduate of Northeastern University School of Law, and has been with slnlaw since 2023. Prior to joining slnlaw, she worked with King, Tilden, McEttrick & Brink, P.C. on complex civil litigation matters. She previously worked for the United States Department of Justice, and received an "Excellence in Justice" award in 2017. Sharleen has helped clients litigate business disputes in state and federal courts, and advised business owners about succession considerations as part of their estate planning.

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