What is a Business Dispute?
Like with any relationship, a business can run into disputes with both its partners and customers. Further, depending on the type of business, a business may have to adhere to certain statutes and governmental regulations. Every counsel should have strong legal counsel to assist them with making important business decisions that may effect a business. Every business owner should have a competent business attorney that knows the business landscape and can fully provide advice that potentially impact a business in the long-run.
Corriveau Legal is an all encompassing law firm. Attorney Josh Corriveau will work long-term with your business and create a strategic plan to make sure your business is protected. He has worked in business all of his life and understands the importance of keeping small business and entrepreneurship alive. Attorney Josh Corriveau has a unique blend of experience and has worked for small business, entrepreneurs, Fortune 100 and 300 companies, public institutions, and non-profit organizations.
Corriveau Legal can be your ongoing business counselor (also called, “general counsel” or “outside counsel”) where you can call his office to discuss any and all legal matters. Corriveau Legal can assist with a project your business may have such as drafting a contract that will protect you from future litigation. Further, Corriveau Legal offers affordable business solutions that are tailored to benefit business owners and small corporations.
In addition, Corriveau Legal provides legal assistance for mediation, arbitration, and litigation disputes. A business dispute if not resolved effectively could severely damage a business reputation, good will, and bottom line. Attorney Josh Corriveau will aggressively pursue results with a cost-effective approach.
Start your business with an effective plan.
Corriveau Legal is an all-inclusive law firm that will meet every single need of your business. We will create a plan to effectively start your business. Such services, include:”run
General counsel
Establishing the the best business model for your business and explaining the benefits of each (i.e., taxes, management)
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- General partnership
Establishing a logo and brand and proper intellectual property considerations
- Trademark
- Patent
- Copyright
run your day to day operations with confidence.
We will work on important issues that effect your business in its day-to-day operations. Such services include:
General counsel
- Ongoing counsel for operating a business
- Counsel for strategic decision
Drafting and negotiating customer, vendor, investor, and partnership agreements
Drafting demand and acquisition letters
Drafting beneficial arbitration, mediation, and litigation agreements
Drafting confidentiality and non-compete clauses
Employment contracts
Severance agreements
Employer and employee handbooks
Transaction analysis, negotiation, and acquisition
- Real estate
- Major business assets
Litigation prevention
Compliance with new statutes and regulations
Professional liability
Credit protection
Asset protection
- Estate planning, wills, trusts
Business Disputes and Breach of Contracts
Further, Corriveau Legal will assist with your business disputes and provides the following legal services:
Litigation, arbitration, and mediation
Negotiating settlements
Partnership, investor, customer, and vendor disputes
Employment disputes
Property disputes
Landlord/tenant issues
Dissolving a business or corporation
Bankruptcy
Credit and debt protection
When business disputes occur, the form of dispute resolution that is found in your contract such as an arbitration or mediation provision likely governs the dispute. If you don’t have a dispute resolution clause in your contract, we will provide you with counsel about your options, including filing a state of federal lawsuit.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (Arbitration or Mediation)
The role that an arbitrator or mediator plays in dispute resolution includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Acting as a third or neutral party
- Listening and assessing the claims
- Resolution decision maker for the disagreeing parties
A key issue to go over is whether or not the arbitrator’s decision is binding or non- binding. To move forward, you need to understand fully what the resolution was and know if it’s a permanent or temporary fix. Further, initially it is important to have competent counsel inform you of what the right dispute resolution agreement clause to have in your contracts and the pros and cons of each. There is not a one size fits all provision. There are major benefits to each dispute forum and arbitration and mediation is not best for every business.
Getting Back to Business
An arduous and long business dispute may have devastating effects, but strong legal counsel may prevent or mitigate its potential impact on your business. Resolving a business dispute can be a very long and expensive process that can create more legal issues in the process. A business dispute can be very simple and easy to fix or complex and long-lasting for the business owner or business. Let’s find the resolution that works best for your business and your unique situation. No two business issues are alike, and we will assess your business needs and work promptly to either prevent future problems or find solutions to resolve your current problem.
Attorney Josh Corriveau has ample experience working with businesses – both large and small. If you or your business needs long-term support or has a business dispute that calls for legal counsel, call Corriveau Legal for a free legal consultation today.
We are available 7 days a week / 24 hours a day because we understand that legal issues can occur at any time and you may need legal assistance outside of normal business hours.