Your Business, Our Focus:
Expertise You Can Trust!
At Howard Law Group, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive support for your business needs. We are Your Business's Legal Partner with a Track Record of Success.
Embark on your entrepreneurial journey with confidence, as we streamline the start-up puzzle with our all-encompassing legal services tailored for triumph. From the genesis of your venture to intricate corporate governance and strategic restructuring (think C-Corp to S-Corp transitions), we're your steadfast partners. Our forte includes meticulously crafting and scrutinizing pivotal documents—think robust IP contracts, MSAs, service agreements, NDAs, transformative SAFEs, and cohesive partnership agreements—to shield your endeavors. Join forces with us for a solid legal backbone that propels your business forward.
Our Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation
Our expert legal team is dedicated to providing comprehensive representation and strategic solutions to help you navigate complex commercial disputes effectively and efficiently. Trust us to defend your business interests and achieve favorable outcomes.
Business Planning & Entity Formation
The legal team of Howard Law Group provides guidance on all business matters and formations, ensuring compliance, and protecting your interests throughout the lifecycle of your business.
Cannabis and Hemp Law
Cannabis and hemp law encompasses the regulations and legal issues related to the cultivation, distribution, sale, and use of medical cannabis and hemp products. By partnering with a knowledgeable cannabis lawyer, businesses can mitigate legal risks and operate confidently within the legal framework.
Transactional Law
Our expert legal team is dedicated to providing comprehensive representation and strategic solutions to help you navigate complex commercial disputes effectively and efficiently. Trust us to defend your business interests and achieve favorable outcomes.
Trademarks & IP
Our team of legal experts at Howard Law Group is here to assist you. We specialize in helping businesses register trademarks and ensure robust intellectual property (IP) agreements between companies. With our comprehensive legal support, you can safeguard your brand and focus on what you do best—running your business.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Having an experienced lawyer is crucial. A Mergers and acquisitions lawyer can help you evaluate potential opportunities, conduct due diligence, negotiate the terms of the deal, close the deal and integrate any acquired businesses.
Our Experienced Business Lawyers
Thomas Howard
Managing Attorney
Terron East
Corporate Attorney
Our Business Attorney's Notable Recognition
Defining success together
Start Strong, Stay Protected: Expert Legal Guidance for Corporate Formation, Governance, and Contracts.
Mission: Empowering new businesses to thrive by providing expert guidance in formation and risk management, ensuring a strong foundation for long-term success.
100%
Client Success Rate: Our team forms 100% of the entities that our Clients have hired us to help create.
300+
Experience and Expertise: Our team has successfully formed and guided over 300 businesses across various industries.
$10M+
Risk Mitigation: We've helped clients avoid over $10 million in potential legal liabilities by providing proactive risk management and comprehensive legal support.
Choose victory, choose the right team!
Navigating the complexities of compliance, licensing, and acquisitions in regulated industries can be challenging.
Our expert guidance ensures you meet industry standards and achieve success while pursuing growth through strategic acquisitions. Partner with us for a clear and straightforward path to success.
Business Consulting
License Consulting
Business Planning & Operating Procedures
Contract Review & Drafting
Trademark and IP Agreements
Startup Service Packages for New Businesses
Solo Package
Ideal for solo entrepreneurs or freelancers who need to set up their business with the essentials, ensuring they have a solid legal foundation from day one.
Business entity formation (LLC, corporation, etc.) (filing fees extra).
Basic single member operating agreement or bylaws (tailor-fitted for your business)
Essential Sales/Service Contract relevant to your business.
Filing for EIN (Employer Identification Number)
First-Year Registered Agent Service
Access to Exclusive Business Growth Resources
One Consultation with a Business Lawyer
Partnership Package
Perfect for partnerships, this package provides the legal structure and contracts necessary to manage your business relationships effectively.
Includes everything in the Solo Package.
Comprehensive Partnership Operating Agreement
Drafting Four Essential Contracts (Independent contractors, suppliers, lease agreements, and terms of use)
Industry-Specific Compliance Consultation
Trademark Registration Assistance (Filing fees extra).
Comprehensive Package
The ultimate package for growing companies that need customized, comprehensive legal support.
Includes everything in the Partnership Package
Customized Contract Drafting: We draft complex agreements such as franchise, stock compensation, and IP licensing agreements specific to your business needs.
Employee Handbook and Policy Templates: Ensure your team is aligned and compliant with expertly crafted policies.
Corporate Law Blogs
Business Formation 101: Choosing the Right Entity for Your New Venture
Discover the different business entities—LLC, Corporation, and Partnership—and learn how to choose the right one for your new venture. Explore the legal and tax implications to make an informed decision.
How to Legally Protect Your Business Name and Brand
Learn the importance of trademarking your business name and brand, with a step-by-step guide to trademark registration and tips to avoid common pitfalls.
Understanding Operating Agreements and Bylaws: Protect Your Interests
Learn about the crucial role of operating agreements and bylaws in business operations, essential clauses, and how to customize them for single-member vs. multi-member entities.
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