BUSINESS LAW

Attorney RICK FANUCCI helps business owners and companies handle the legal side of running a business. They focus on keeping the business compliant, protected, and running smoothly—from startup to scaling to exit.

• Startups & entity selection: Advise on choosing the best structure (LLC, corporation, partnership, etc.) for liability protection and taxes.
   
• Draft formation documents: File articles of incorporation, operating agreements, and bylaws.
   

• Draft and review contracts: For clients, vendors, employees, investors, and partners.
   
• Negotiate deals: Make sure agreements are fair and legally enforceable.
   
• Handle mergers & acquisitions: Oversee buying, selling, or merging businesses.
   

• Regulatory compliance: Ensure the business follows state, federal, and industry-specific laws.
   
• Intellectual property: Protect trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.
   
• Employment law: Advise on hiring, firing, workplace policies, and disputes.
   

• Funding support: Help raise capital, draft investor agreements, and navigate securities laws.
   
• Franchise & licensing: Guide businesses expanding through franchising or licensing deals.
   

• Represent in lawsuits: Defend or prosecute cases involving contracts, employees, or competitors.
   
• Alternative dispute resolution: Mediate or arbitrate conflicts to avoid costly litigation.
   

• To reduce legal risk and avoid lawsuits.
   
• To save time and money by preventing costly mistakes.
   
• To ensure smooth growth and compliance with changing laws.