Business Transactions

Sacramento Business Law Attorney

Business Formation | Contracts and Transactions | General Business Counsel

The Law Office of David Barrett offers sound legal counsel to small businesses and corporations in Sacramento County and surrounding counties of Northern California. We assist with start-up and entity selection, and provides ongoing advice and representation for business transactions, expansion, employment matters, and day-to-day operations.

David S. Barrett is a knowledgeable business lawyer who has served as virtual in-house counsel to businesses of all sizes in a variety of industries. Call today at 916-440-0233.

Business Formation and Choice of Entity

David S. Barrett takes the time to sit down with individuals or principals who are starting businesses. He explains the pros, cons, and restrictions of different entities as they relate to individual liability, taxation, management structure, and profit-sharing. He helps choose the most appropriate entity and drafts the governance documents:

• Limited liability company (LLC) and operating agreement
• Corporation (S corp) and shareholder agreement
• Non-profit corporation — 501(c)(3) incorporation and filing for tax-exempt status
• Limited liability partnership (LLP) and partnership agreement

Business Transactions and Commercial Leases

Mr. Barrett reviews or drafts contracts for sale or purchase of a business, commercial property, or equipment. He advises clients on the strategies and specific language to clarify issues, advance their interests and prevent future legal disputes. In commercial lease agreements, he addresses provisions that leave the landlord open to risk of litigation (ADA compliance, maintenance, injury torts).

General Business Counsel

Our firm advises on in every aspect of running and growing a business:

• Expansion, mergers and acquisitions
• Sale agreements or dissolution
• Lease agreements (as landlord or tenant)
• Advising officers and directors on corporate governance and liability
• Developing personnel policies and practices
• Contract negotiation & preparation
• Consultation about legality of day-to-day operations and issues as they arise
• Employment agreements
• Trademark registration

Mr. Barrett also provides consultation about the legality of issues as they arise, with experience in resolving contract disputes and other business litigation.

For cost-effective legal counsel in business transactions and formation, contact David Barrett through this Web site or at 916-440-0233.