Small Business Services

Any small business owner knows that every day his or her entire investment is on the line, and that even though the risks are great, so are the potential rewards. At James M Loots PC, we pride ourselves in working with our small business clients to learn about their businesses, their challenges, and their needs. We can then propose cost-effective legal services and solutions which can manage risk and avoid problems, as well as be a phone call away for legal advice on annoying day-to-day legal problems or major legal issues. Several of our principals has served as the owner or director of a small business, so we know these issues from the inside out. We will take on problems and propose solutions that take into consideration both the legal principles and the small business realities. Through this partnership, we and our clients both grow our success.

Employment Issues. James M Loots PC attorneys have developed a long and distinguished record in successfully handling employment law issues on behalf of both organizations and individuals. We have successfully represented clients before various federal and state courts and before state, county and local administrative agencies and commissions. See also, our Employment Law summary.

Corporate and Securities. James M Loots PC attorneys have represented organizations, financial institutions and individuals in a wide variety of corporate matters including general business structuring; public offerings and private placements of equity and debt issues; real estate-related investments; mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, tender offers and stakeout positions; corporate governance matters; director and officer liability, proxy contests and other shareholder issues; '33 Act registrations and '34 Act reporting and general corporate and securities advice.

Franchising and Intellectual Property. James M Loots PC attorneys have represented franchisers, franchisees, and franchise organizations in a wide variety of dispute resolutions, document drafting, negotiation, and in the preparation and filing of disclosure documents required by the Federal Trade Commission and by numerous state agencies. Our attorneys are well-versed in the practical and legal aspects of the franchise and licensing relationship, and have prepared testimony and conducted seminars on franchise issues both in the United States and abroad. Recently we conducted seminars at the International Franchising Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and for a delegation visiting the United States from the Peoples' Republic of China. We also assist clients in trademark registration, patent and trademark licensing, and other protections of trade secret and intellectual property rights.

Debtor/Creditor Matters. James M Loots PC attorneys have represented both creditors and debtors in bankruptcy proceedings, foreclosures, workouts, restructuring, and collections matters. We have the experience and expertise as advisors and advocates in order to resolve favorably debtor/creditor issues.

General Business Counseling. James M Loots PC attorneys offer cost-effective and knowledgeable business planning and advice for businesses-- large and small. We represent individuals and businesses in new incorporations, the formation of partnerships, the organization of limited liability companies, the registration of foreign corporations, advice on and preparation of shareholder and buy/sell agreements, and the structuring of both debt and equity financing. We have experience in registered securities with the Securities Exchange Commission and with numerous state regulatory bodies. James Loots has experience as owner and advisor to business, not just as a lawyer, which adds a critical real world perspective to our advice and actions.

Contract Review and Negotiation. James M Loots PC attorneys have extensive general business experience which enables us to draft and negotiate contracts on a variety of matters cost-effectively, including, among others, commercial lease agreements, executive compensation agreements, buy-sell stock and asset arrangements, software licensing, franchising, professional services, independent contractor agreements, wholesale distribution agreements, patent and trademark licensing agreements.