Your Business Is Under Attack. We Help You Fight Back & Win
Whether it’s a shareholder turning against you, a partner bleeding the company dry, or a buyer trying to steal your business for pennies, Howard Law Group moves fast to protect what’s yours.
Our Mission is Your Results: We deliver sharp, business-first legal counsel that protects your interests, fuels growth, and keeps you one step ahead.
$700k
Shareholder Litigation: Our team fought for oppressed shareholders on MIPA earnout.
$1M+
Administrative Review: Helped several clients fix their incorrect administrative review scoring to get licenses awarded.
$900k
M&A: We've helped buy a whole business including transfer of license and real estate from seller to a new buyer, with regulatory approval and complex title work and title cain considerations.
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.
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
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
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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