Criminal Law identifies conduct that is criminal or in violation of society’s rules. It also prescribes the imposed punishment for the conduct. Criminal sanctions include monetary fines, probation, incarceration or death (depending on the jurisdiction). There are different levels of criminal charges ranging from minor traffic offenses, to misdemeanors to felony offenses. Driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics also is a criminal matter.

From the conception of a business idea, it is in your best interests to have advice from an experienced small business lawyer. We provide assistance to small business owners who are just starting businesses. Our firm can help you determine the best type of business entity to meet your business goals. We work with your accountant/tax advisor to ensure the form of legal entity for your business is in agreement with the type recommended by them for tax purposes. After formation, we are available to maintain corporate minutes, prepare corporate resolutions, advise you on purchase/sale or other business agreements and draft contracts for your clients.

A contract is a legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties (individuals or businesses), created when the parties reach an agreement on the duties, rights and obligations for each as well as the consideration to be paid or given to each party. A contract can be oral or written, however some are required to be in writing in order to be enforceable. The law of contracts covers a broad number of areas — including proper formation of a contract and appropriate remedies for breaking or “breaching” a contract.