Business Law: A Roadmap for Growth, a Shield for Protection
Entrepreneurs and business owners are driven by innovation, but their vision can be sidetracked by legal worries. Are you concerned about being sued by an employee? Worried about losing a key partner? Or unsure about your exit strategy? You don’t have to go it alone.
At The Faulkner Firm, we believe that business law is not a hurdle; it’s a powerful tool for growth and protection. Our core philosophy is to serve as both a shield for your business and a roadmap for its future. We believe that having well-drafted contracts and a sound legal foundation is the best way to ensure your long-term success and keep you out of trouble down the road.
Our goal is to give you peace of mind so you can focus on running your business. We help with a wide range of legal issues, including:
- Business Formation: We guide you through the process of setting up your company with the proper documentation, from Operating Agreements to Articles of Organization, ensuring your personal assets are protected.
- Business Divorce: We help you proactively address potential partnership disputes by including prenegotiated “business divorce” terms in your initial documents. This determines the terms if it doesn’t work out, avoiding messy and costly breakups down the road.
- Contracts & Leases: We provide enforceable, well-written contracts and leases (commercial, short-term, residential) that protect you from issues with clients and partners.
- Seller Financing: We offer specialized support for complex transactions, like drafting documentation for seller finance deals, providing you with a clear and secure path forward.
For us, the most rewarding part of our work is helping clients prevent major problems before they happen. We see our legal guidance as a way to empower you, allowing you to build your business with confidence, knowing you have a trusted partner by your side.
I am a Business Owner
You’ve learned the ropes and you’re a seasoned business owner, or perhaps a 3rd time entrepreneur. With growth comes new challenges and opportunities.
Purchasing Real Estate. Your company is thriving. You are ready to stop renting and start expanding your entrepreneurial portfolio by acquiring your first commercial property. The Faulkner Firm, P.A. can help you find the right lender that offers the best terms, while also assisting you through the purchase contract and due diligence process. Let us look before you sign!
Business Succession Planning. Be prepared for the unexpected. Do you already know who will take over your business if you become disabled or die? Do you have a buy-out plan already in place? Do you want your children to take over the business but also provide for your own retirement? At The Faulkner Firm, P.A., we can educate you on business succession strategies that will protect you, your family, and your business.
Commercial Financing. Our deep roots in the Tampa Bay area have given us the connections you need to gain access to necessary capital. The business attorneys at The Faulkner Firm, P.A. have connections with various lenders across Tampa Bay and we can help match you with the private lender or bank that is uniquely suited to meet your needs.
Asset Protection. Before, it didn’t matter. You started with nothing. But now it’s time to consider protecting your personal and business assets as you grow. We will evaluate your risks and help develop a strategy to protect your wealth.
Employment Contracts. Whether you are the employee or the employer, we have years of experience both drafting and negotiating a myriad of employment contracts.
Executive Compensation. At The Faulkner Firm, P.A., we have multiple tax attorneys on staff to draft (or review) executive compensation arrangements that comport with the company’s business goals. Executive compensation structures involve a wide range of tax issues including the taxation of restricted stock, phantom stock, or other equity, and also shareholder and corporate governance issues.
Mergers & Acquisitions. Whether you are growing by acquisition, or merging with a competitor, our attorneys are experienced in advising business owners through these critical transactions. As either a buyer or a seller, we can assist with the transactional work and due diligence to bring your decision to fruition while protecting your long-term best interests.
Selling your Company. When it’s time, you need a proper exit strategy and payout structure that will reward you for your hard work. We can help from the moment you decide you want to sell through the closing process to ensure you are protected and properly compensated.
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4056 Tampa Road
Oldsmar, FL 34677
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(727) 939-4900
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(Monday – Thursday)
08:30 AM – 05:00 PM
(Friday)
08:30 AM – 03:00 PM