Corporate & Business Law

At Patel Gaines, we understand the intricacies of corporate and business law and are dedicated to assisting our clients in navigating the complex legal landscape. Our experienced team of attorneys provides a wide range of services, including entity formation, contract drafting and negotiations, intellectual property protection, and compliance matters. We strive to provide practical and strategic advice tailored to each client's unique needs, helping them make informed decisions and achieve their business goals. Whether it's assisting with mergers and acquisitions or providing ongoing legal counsel, our focus is on delivering exceptional service and fostering long-term partnerships with our clients in the realm of corporate and business law.

Corporate & Business Law
Corporate/Entity Formation

Corporate Documents: Formation Documents, Operating Agreements, Resolutions | Corporate and Partnership Dissolutions, Winding-Up | Mergers and Acquisitions | Joint Venture Agreement | Employment Agreements | Non-compete | Agreements | Interest Transfers

Franchise

Review/Negotiate Franchise Agreements, Terms, Non-Compete Clauses and Territory Protections | Review/Negotiate Franchise Disclosure Documents | Lease Review and Negotiation | Review and Draft Ancillary Documents or Agreements | Property Improvement Plans (PIP) and Franchisor Requirement Negotiations | Buying and Selling Franchised Businesses | Transfer, Assumption, or Termination of Franchise Agreements | Negotiate Terms, Fees, and Liquidated Damages Provisions

Hospitality

Transactional Matters | Franchise Disputes, Negotiations, Terminations, and Re-Licensing | Company Formation, Agreements, Dissolutions, and Modifications | Contractor Disputes | Breach of Contract (Employment, Business) | ADA Compliancy Matters | ADA Accessibility Defense – Defense of ADA and FHA Claims and Lawsuits | Construction and Post-Build Claims | Insurance Claims and Negotiation | Vendor and Service Provider Disputes

Intellectual Property

Patents | Trademarks | Copyrights | Contracts | Trade Secrets | IP Litigation | Confidentiality Non-Disclosure Agreements

Employment

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) | Overtime Pay | Family and Medical Leave | OSHA and Safe Working Conditions | Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation Agreements | Wrongful Termination | I-9 Compliance | I-9 Audits

Startup Ecosystem

Equity and Funding | Stock Vesting and Purchase Agreements | Contract Drafting and Review | Service Agreements | Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreements | Series Funding | Employment Law | Severance Agreements | Disputes & Claims | Intellectual Property Protection and Counseling | Patent Law Counseling | Founders Agreements