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Contract Law for Large and Small Businesses

At Richard J. Knapp & Associates, P.C., we cater to a diverse clientele, spanning from small family-owned enterprises to large corporations in Virginia.

Whether you're entering into a partnership agreement, licensing arrangement, employment contract, or any other type of business agreement, our goal is to ensure that your interests are fully protected and that the terms of the contract are fair, equitable, and legally sound.

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Contract Law

Contracts are part of daily life for all businesses. Not all contracts perform as the writer intended, and contract and business disputes arise when the verbiage does not properly address the situation at hand. You need experienced business law attorneys to prepare a well-written contract that clearly explains and defines the rights and responsibilities of the parties. Our attorneys draft and prepare client contracts that protect their business interests for the duration of their contractual agreements.

When disagreements arise, our business attorneys are here to help you draft and negotiate:

  • Service contracts
  • Buy-Sell Agreements
  • Shareholder Agreements
  • Vendor Contract
  • Customer Agreements
  • Franchise Agreements
  • Employment agreements
  • Bylaws and Partnership and Operating Agreements
  • Confidentiality/Non-disclosure Agreements
  • Non-Solicitation Agreements

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We offer

Help with Contracts

We take a proactive approach to contract law, working closely with our clients to identify potential risks and opportunities and to devise strategies that mitigate liabilities and maximize benefits. Our attorneys are adept at anticipating and addressing potential issues before they escalate, helping our clients avoid costly disputes and litigation down the road.

At Richard J. Knapp & Associates, P.C., we believe in building long-term partnerships with our clients, serving as trusted advisors who are dedicated to their success. Whether you're a small startup or a multinational corporation, you can rely on our expertise and commitment to excellence to help you navigate the complexities of business contract law with confidence.

Other Business Owner Services

We offer comprehensive support to business owners in various capacities.
Here's an overview of the services we provide:

    Business Formation & Governance

  • Determine proper entity selection and organization for your business:
    • Limited Liability Company (LLC)
    • S Corporation,
    • C Corporation, and
    • Partnerships - learn more
  • Preparation of Partnership and operating agreements
  • Registered Agent Services
  • Assistance with obtaining Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • Negotiation of buy-sell agreements
  • Creation of bylaws and articles of incorporation
    • Draft custom business agreements – service agreements, vendor agreements, and customer agreements.
  • Compliance assistance with state and federal regulatory agencies
  • Sales, acquisitions, mergers, and dissolution processes - learn more
  • Strategic entity formation and conversion
  • Succession planning

    General Counsel Services

  • Guidance on every aspect of the employer/employee relationship, including:
    • compliance with federal, state, and local regulations,
    • traditional labor issues,
    • and internal investigations - learn more
  • Advise on personnel and employment law matters such as hiring, termination, harassment, and discrimination. - learn more
  • Development of customized policies and procedures tailored to the business
  • Draft of confidentiality agreements to protect sensitive information

Our Dedication

Our experienced team of business attorneys are dedicated in providing comprehensive legal support to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of business ownership and operation effectively.
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