Small Business Law
Unsure about your existing business? Hesitant about starting your new business? Uncertain about how to evaluate new opportunities? Confused about contracts? Worried about negotiations? Not sure whether your personal assets are protected? Insecure about franchising, licensing, co-marketing, or co-developing?
The Peyton Law team is ready to answer any questions you have about your business and to supply you with viable solutions.
Our team provides you with an outlet to have necessary conversations about your business’s protection and success, identify preventive measures to defend your business from potential risks, and find new avenues for growth.
We give you the personal attention needed for you to feel secure about your business operations and we streamline the tedious aspects of the legal process so you have the free time to focus on what you do best.
We take the legal load off your shoulders so you can end your cycle of perpetual busyness. You will have time to concentrate on the day-to-day operations of your business, to brainstorm new ideas for products or services, and to enjoy much-earned downtime with your family and friends.
Outsourced General Counsel / In-House Counsel Services
Fortune 500 Company level legal support for the closely held business, start-up, and entrepreneur. Fixed monthly rates to keep your costs predictable. Never wake up in a cold sweat thinking of legal and risk matters again.
- Corporate governance
- Adviser to Board of Directors
- Stock option and purchase plans
- Corporate compliance programs and Codes of Ethics
- Company formation, evaluation of current formation
- Contract negotiation
- Risk management
Business Law
Everything a business needs to thrive in the current environment.
- Contracts
- Buy/Sell Agreements
- Distributor/Sales Agreements
- Intellectual Property
- Franchise Agreements
- Collections
- Business Entity Formation
- Business Succession Planning
Tech Start-Ups
Easily the most exciting industry, the start-up tech world is strong and growing in the Philadelphia region. These under-served entrepreneurs and start-ups are building the future of our businesses and personal lives.
- Strategy, strategy, strategy
- Investor relations
- Crowd-funding
- Intellectual property asset review
- Trademarks
- Confidentiality, non-disclosure agreements
- Business Entity Formation
- Business Succession Planning
Cooperative Business Agreements
The strongest and most resilient businesses are built on cooperative arrangements.
- Licensing Agreements
- Franchise Agreements
- Co-Marketing Agreements
- Distribution Arrangements
- Joint ventures and strategic alliances
- License agreements, including support and professional services
- Trademarks, advertising, and branding
Contracts
Contracts are the foundation – the building blocks of your business. Using poorly written and generalized contracts will put the foundation of your business in jeopardy. Too many small businesses have failed due to one-sided and poorly constructed contract clauses or terms.
- Vendor Contracts
- Negotiations
- Development and Review of Contract Templates; Contract Negotiations
- Purchase and Sale Agreements
- Professional Service Agreements
- Non-Disclosure, Confidentiality and Non-Compete Agreements
Real Estate
Historically, real estate was part of almost every business. Still an extremely important part of many businesses, the growth of online businesses and the service industry has changed real estate relationships.
- Real Estate Transactions
- Office, retail and industrial leases
- Commercial and Residential Sale, Purchase and Lease
- Real estate property acquisitions and divestitures
- Construction and permanent financing
- Landlord/tenant relationships
Litigation & Disputes
Our first goal is always to negotiate on your behalf and create an agreeable settlement. However, there are times where litigation is advisable or necessary. We’re here to assist with that process.
- Early case assessment
- Dispute resolution
- Outside counsel selection and management
- Settlement analysis
- Negotiation and discovery
Employment Law
Your employees may be your most important asset. Protect your relationship with them with the appropriate contracts, policies, and communication. Otherwise, they easily become a drain on your time, energy, and profits.
- Hiring and terminations/reductions in force
- Independent Contractor Agreements
- Harassment/discrimination claims and internal investigations
- Policy manuals
- Employee compensation and benefits
- Employee training programs
- Employment agreements and consulting agreements
- Non-Disclosure, Confidentiality and Non-Compete Agreements