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California business attorney, Brad Nakase, assists businesses to startup, grow, and thrive.   California business attorney, Brad Nakase, focuses on providing personalized legal services. Since 2005, Brad Nakase has helped California businesses incorporate the business, business contracts, and business litigation. Brad Nakase can help you form a corporation, employment law, breach of contract, or civil litigation. Please call for a free consultation with a business lawyer: (888) 600-8654

What Does A Business Lawyer Do?

A business lawyer represents business clients in a business dispute, labor law, regulatory compliance, draft contracts, and litigation. Our business lawyer provides the following legal services (links to third parties’ website):

  • Business formation
  • Employment law
  • Employer defense
  • Start a corporation
  • California employer class action defense
  • Small business legal services
  • Start a business
  • Partnership dispute resolution
  • Form LLC
  • Business startup
  • Corporate compliance with with state, federal, local regulations
  • Negotiate and draft business contracts
  • Business Litigation
  • Work with business clients to establish corporate structure and employment policies.
  • Assist in business and economic development by identification, site selection, regulatory or permitting compliance assistance, foreign direct investment and export assistance.

Do Business Lawyers Go to Court?

A business attorney that goes to court is called a “litigation attorney” or “business trial lawyer.” The labels are synonymous. Business lawyers fall into two primary categories: transaction lawyers or business litigation. There are business lawyers to help their clients with business transactions and business litigation. Business lawyers that go to court represent their clients for a myriad of reasons, including breach of contract, sued by an employee, and defending a class action lawsuit. Since 2005, attorney Brad Nakase has litigated over 500 cases at the courts in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Riverside, and San Bernardino.

Do I Need A Business Lawyer?

A person may need a business lawyer for startup, growth, labor law issues, regulatory, and litigation. A new business may require a business lawyer to incorporate a business or create an LLC for the company. As the business grows, a person may need a business attorney to negotiate leases and ensure proper corporate structure from directors to officers. Some businesses, such as investment brokerage, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, are highly regulated and may need a business attorney to comply with state, local, and federal regulatory agencies. A business may also need a business lawyer to sue or defend a lawsuit. A person may need a business lawyer to defend an employment lawsuit by a former employee.

How Much Does A Business Lawyer Cost?

A business lawyer’s cost ranges from $250 to $550 per hour, depending on the years of experience and city. A business lawyer’s cost depends on many factors, which may include the following:

  • Business Attorney’s Experience.
  • Transactions or litigation. A litigation attorney charges more than a transactional lawyer.
  • Region. A business lawyer in a big city will charge more than a business lawyer in a small town. For example, a business lawyer in San Francisco, Irvine, Los Angeles, and San Diego will cost more than a business lawyer in El Cajon, Riverside, or San Bernardino.
  • Topic. The topic involved will determine the cost of a business lawyer. A business lawyer assists a client in a simple breach of contract will cost less than a lawyer defending a business against the SEC. A business lawyer defending a class action lawyer will cost more than a lawyer drafting a business contract.

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Los Angeles  |  San Diego  |  Orange County

How to Trademark Your Business Name

How to Trademark Your Business Name

Protect your business name with trademark registration to ensure exclusive rights and safeguard your brand identity from infringement. Follow our step-by-step guide to navigate the trademarking process effectively while avoiding common pitfalls.

Service Charge vs Tip: Is the service charge the same as a tip?

A service charge is mandatory, and a tip is at the discretion of the customer.  Under California law service charges are not considered tips.  Service charges are the amount a customer is required to pay in addition to the beverages and foods purchased at a restaurant.  Service charges belong to the restaurant and not to the employees.

When Is a W-9 Not Required?

A W-9 is not required when payments to a vendor are under $600 in a calendar year. Payments made through credit card processors or platforms like PayPal also do not require a W-9.

Is Small Business Loan Secured or Unsecured

A secured loan places the burden of risk on the borrower. An unsecured loan shifts the burden of risk more to the lender. A small-business loan is secured when backed by specific collateral, typically business assets, such as equipment, inventory or real estate. Secured loans, including those secured by the Small Business Administration (SBA), typically range from $50,000 to $5 million. 

Where Can I Cash a Business Check?

Business check may be cashed at a check-cashing service: Walmart Money Center, Payday Advance, Ingo Money, Moneytree, Money Mart, ACE Cash Express, Speedy Cash, etc.
What Does Net Income Mean for Businesses and Individuals

What Does Net Income Mean for Businesses and Individuals?

Net income, often called "the bottom line," measures financial health by showing the remaining profit after expenses and deductions. For individuals and businesses, net income is a critical metric influencing budgeting, performance assessment, and decision-making.
What Is a Business Plan Executive Summary

What Is a Business Plan Executive Summary?

An executive summary in a business plan outlines your company's mission, market positioning, and financial projections in a concise format. It highlights key points to capture investors' interest, acting as a compelling introduction to your business plan.

Average Revenue For Small Business

Small businesses with no employees have an average annual revenue of $52,000. The average small business owner makes $73,000 a year. In general, the average revenue is around $52,000 per year for a company with a single owner/employee.
What Is the Legal Definition of False Advertising

What Is the Legal Definition of False Advertising?

False advertising involves untrue or misleading claims about products or services, violating laws enforced by the FTC and state authorities. Companies face legal consequences like fines, lawsuits, and cease-and-desist orders for deceptive practices under statutes like the Lanham Act and California's False Advertising Law.

Payment Upfront Meaning & 5 Tips for Getting Upfront Payments from Customers

Upfront payments can be beneficial to many small business owners. Upfront payments protect the owner emotionally and financially. There is no fear of customers disappearing without paying for products or services. It is also a great method by which to build trust with customers. It can also help improve cash flow, thereby letting the business grow and flourish.

How to Calculate Business Profit

A business profit is revenue minus expenses. The profit formula in accounting calculates the net gains or losses incurred by the business for a period by subtracting the total expenses from the total income: Total Income – Total Expenses - Profit

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