Small businesses
Owners starting a business or handling contracts, leases, and employees.
Commercial Legal Counsel
Business Law
Our attorneys represent small and large businesses in formation, contracts, transactions, and disputes. We believe the best way to protect your business is to prevent disputes before they start.
Overview
Proactive commercial legal counsel
Careful negotiation, planning, and drafting before a transaction takes place can prevent disputes later. We draft and review your agreements so you are protected if a conflict, breach of contract, or third-party claim arises.
We also provide ongoing legal support for issues that come up in the normal course of business.
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Starting a new business
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Signing a contract, lease, or loan
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Buying or selling a business
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Planning an ownership transfer or succession
Our Approach
How we work with businesses
During the first consultation, we get to know your business, discuss your legal needs, and advise you on your options.
From there, we provide services tailored to your business, such as drafting contracts, reviewing leases, or creating an employee handbook.
Who We Help
Who we represent
Established companies
Businesses that need help with transactions, ownership changes, or disputes.
Our Services
Areas of business law practice
Not sure which service fits your situation? Contact us and we will help you sort it out.
Request A ConsultationBusiness formation
Choosing and setting up the right structure for your business.
Contracts, loan documents, and leases
Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing the agreements your business relies on.
Shareholder and operating agreements
Setting out how the business is owned, managed, and run.
Purchase and sale agreements
Buying or selling a business or its assets.
Succession planning and ownership transfers
Planning for a change in ownership or leadership.
Employment contracts, handbooks, and policies
Documents that set expectations with your employees.
Shareholder or partnership disputes
Resolving disagreements among owners.
Biggs Law Firm
Meet your attorney
Former Chapter 13 Trustee, Eastern District of North Carolina.
Joseph A. “Jody” Bledsoe IIIAttorney
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Preparing for Your Consultation
What to bring
Bring your formation documents, any contracts or leases you want reviewed, and a short summary of what you need help with. We will let you know if we need anything else.
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Frequently asked questions
These answers are general information, not legal advice. Every situation is different, so talk with an attorney about yours.
Can you review a contract before I sign it?
Yes. We review and negotiate contracts, leases, and loan documents so you understand the terms and are protected before you sign.
Do you provide ongoing legal support?
Yes. We help clients with legal issues that come up in the normal course of business, not just one-time projects.
Do you handle disputes between business owners?
Yes. We represent clients in shareholder and partnership disputes, and our litigation team handles business disputes that go to court.
Need a contract, loan, lease, or ownership issue reviewed?
Schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.