Barbara H. Schreibman

Whether you want to start, manage, transfer, or exit a business, you may benefit from a business attorney's services. Business attorneys have experience with many different industries and professional fields. If you are considering bankruptcy relief for your business, a business lawyer will also have the knowledge necessary to help you navigate your options for your business debt. Depending on your business and activities, you may need one or more types of business attorney.

Contract lawyers have experience writing contracts and agreements; they know the correct contract formats and legal terms to protect and enhance your rights. If you want to draw up a legal agreement, if you're wondering if you can get out of a contract that's gone bad, or if you believe that someone has not lived up to the terms of a contract, you should consult a contract lawyer.

Forming a corporation (or a limited liability company) is a formal way to organize your business to gain rights and privileges, and to limit your personal liability. There are many tax, financial and legal consequences to forming a business entity, so it's a good idea to consult an attorney specializing in corporate law. A corporate attorney also represents shareholders (and LLC members) unhappy with the actions of the company.

When you develop a consumer-recognizable brand, with a logo and a branded image and reputation, a trademark attorney can help you protect these assets. Trademark attorneys can advise you on all aspects of the trademarking process, including the need for notice of your trademark claim, and whether you should formally register your trademark with the government. Trademarks protect your logo and brand, and trademark lawyers can successfully prevent them from being misused.