Business & Real Estate
Business
Tips for Selecting a Business Lawyer
- Make a list of the requirements you envision. What all will you want your lawyer to do for you?
- Check out the lawyer's reputation and skills. Places to gather references include banks, CPA firms and other lawyers. Ask other businesses in your industry.
- Be certain your lawyer does not have a conflict of interest.
- Ask how many business clients the firm has represented.
- Review trade association and trade publication materials. See if there are ads showcasing legal expertise in your area.
- Review the lawyer's biography and areas of practice on the firm's website.
- Visit the website of the state bar association, or call them, to assure the lawyer is in good standing.
- Is the lawyer conveniently located to assist you? Does the lawyer have strong ties to your community?
- How does the lawyer charge?
- Will the lawyer provide an estimate, if possible, of the total fee?
- Does the lawyer seem to have an interest in representing you?
- Has the lawyer represented others in circumstances similar to yours?
- Ask other local businesses for their recommendations.
- Does the lawyer have the time and resources to give you the attention you require?
- Are you comfortable with the lawyer?
Burton & Simkin Business Lawyers
Business law is an important area of practice for the Burton & Simkin legal team. We have represented small and large businesses in business formation, legal planning, employment issues, administrative proceedings, litigation and business succession planning.
We routinely handle common business matters involving contracts and agreements, business relationships, purchase and sale of stocks or assets, leases, record preparation and filing.
Contact one of our lawyers to arrange an initial meeting to discuss your new or existing enterprise or any legal issue that confronts you.
Call 765-966-5518 or toll-free at 877-966-5518 or email us at info@burtonandsimkin.com
Preparing for Your Meeting
If you are seeking a lawyer to help you with a business startup or to handle legal needs, following are the types of information your lawyer may request:
- Business Plan
- Pro forma balance sheet
- List of vendors and customers
- Investors and officers along with contact information
- Corporate records
- Incorporation documents
- Organization charts
- Contractual agreements
- Minutes of meetings
- Financing arrangements
- Location and real estate information
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Information on Business Law and Business Startup
Real Estate
Tips for Selecting a Real Estate Lawyer
There are a number of categories of real estate law including residential or home ownership,
commercial and industrial, agricultural and landlord-tenant relations.
- Does the lawyer practice in the area of real estate law? How long has the lawyer been
practicing?
- Check out the lawyer's reputation and skills. Ask other lawyers. Ask friends and associates
if they are familiar with the lawyer.
- Is the lawyer available for an immediate appointment? Does the lawyer have the time and
resources to give you the attention you require?
- Review the lawyer's biography and areas of specialization on the firm's website.
- Visit the website of the state bar association, or call them, to assure the lawyer is
in good standing.
- Is the lawyer conveniently located to assist you? Does the lawyer have strong ties in
your community?
- Does the lawyer seem to have an interest in representing you?
- Will the lawyer be handling your case personally?
- Are you comfortable with the lawyer?
Burton & Simkin Real Estate Lawyers
Burton & Simkin works in virtually all areas of real estate law including contracts and
deeds, zoning, purchase agreements, development contracts. Some of our clients are active in
many phases of real estate, from investments to sales to property management.
Whenever you are ready, we are here to discuss your case. Contact one of our lawyers to
arrange an initial meeting. Call 765-966-5518 or toll-free at 877-966-5518 or email us at
info@burtonandsimkin.com
Real Estate Issues
Following are some real estate issues that we routinely handle.
- Real estate purchases and contracts
- Family partnerships
- Landlord and tenant issues
- Probate sales
- Foreclosures
- Co-Ownership agreements
- Problems with neighbors
- For sale by owner
- Avoiding tax on investment property sales
- Assuming non-assumable loans
- Easements
- Construction contracts
- Leases
- Zoning issues and variances
- Contract sales
Useful Links
Info@burtonandsimkin.com
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