Business And Contract Law Attorneys

Gagen McCoy counsels our clients on cost-effective solutions to what are frequently difficult and complicated matters, and we provide the level of experience and knowledge necessary for practical and efficient problem-solving. Our business law lawyers represent individuals and business entities, including corporations, limited liability companies, general partnerships, limited partnerships, joint ventures and sole proprietorships, on a wide range of business issues.

Our clients include both businesses that primarily focus their activities in the San Francisco Bay area and others that are extensively involved in international transactions. Our skilled business attorneys have the experience base necessary to quickly identify a range of solutions for the client to weigh and consider and the ability to then help implement the selected course of action. In a recent survey, the leading concern among business people was that their attorneys were either too expensive, too slow or failed to understand the importance of getting the transaction done. We pride ourselves on our ability to apply the right set of legal resources to the problem presented and to get the job done quickly, correctly and at a reasonable cost.

Offering Skilled Representation And A Wide Range Of Business Law Services

We regularly work on the following types of matters:

• Assets and stock acquisitions
• Breach of contract
• Business relationships and counseling
• Compensation incentives and executive contracts
• Counseling on issues relating to contract formation and contract interpretation
• Employment, including wrongful termination, harassment, and policy manual drafting and revision
• Private funding documentation and federal and state securities exemption compliance
• Real estate contracts
• Reorganizations
• Software development and license agreements
• State licensing requirements
• Strategic planning
• Trade secrets and unfair competition matters
• Vendor service and outsourcing agreements

Our attorneys also offer a unique set of services to California school administrators throughout the State of California who are regularly referred to us by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) and by other school administrators and school districts with whom we have had previous contact.

Ready To Help You Launch Your New Business

California’s economy relies on the hard work and inventiveness of entrepreneurs. Unfortunately, starting a small business comes with a long list of legal requirements and practical necessities that distract from the core responsibilities of the business.

If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, our attorneys can help you handle all the legal work necessary to start your small business and ensure it is protected. Some of this work includes:

• Choosing the right business entity (sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, etc.) and understanding how each option will impact taxes and personal liability
• Filing registration paperwork and applying for any necessary licenses
• Leasing or purchasing commercial real estate
• Answering questions about insurance coverage for the business
• Compliance with employment laws and creating employee policies that protect the business
• Reviewing a proposed business plan and avoiding any anticipated legal issues it might create

Our attorneys can also help you with drafting and reviewing contracts, protecting intellectual property and anything else your business needs to get up and running.

Knowledgeable Legal Guidance For Protecting And Growing An Existing Business

Sooner or later, every business owner will encounter legal issues that could jeopardize the financial stability or long-term health of the enterprise. One of the smartest investments a business owner can make is to maintain a relationship with an attorney who wants to see their business succeed. This is exactly what our attorneys offer.

As you continue to run your company and contemplate expansion, our firm is prepared to provide advice, representation and services related to:

• Employment law issues and compliance
• Resolving a partnership dispute or guiding you through a partnership dissolution
• Representing your interests in legal disputes with vendors, customers, shareholders and others
• Buying other companies or otherwise expanding operations
• Selling the business or bringing in new stakeholders

In any disputed matter, our goal is to save you time, money and stress by resolving the issue out of court. If a resolution cannot be reached however, our attorneys are prepared to aggressively protect your rights and advocate for your interests in the courtroom.

Discuss Your Needs With A Skilled Business Law Attorney Today

From our office in Danville, our attorneys at Gagen, McCoy, McMahon, Koss, Markowitz & Fanucci, serve clients throughout the surrounding areas of California. To schedule your initial consultation and discuss how our firm can help your business, call 925-605-0357 or reach out online.