Finding an attorney who is a “real person” can be difficult. Many attorneys surround themselves almost exclusively with other attorneys and are accustomed to speaking in ivory tower legalese. You should be able to connect with your attorney on a personal level, and he or she should speak to you in plain language that you can understand. You will be working very closely with this person on issues that are very important to you. It is important that he or she be down-to-earth and someone that you connect with.
The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls. Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails. An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.
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Your attorney’s goal should not be to win at all costs. Rather, it should be to achieve a favorable outcome for you as efficiently as possible. It is important that your attorney set realistic expectations at the outset as to the costs you should expect, the concerns that the attorney has about the outcome of your case, and the length of time that you should expect your case to take.
Regardless of the nature of your case, we have an experienced attorney who will focus on your individual needs. Our team of attorneys works closely together, bringing each of their different fields of experience to bear in order to optimize our client care.
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Navigating the complexities of business law requires a proactive approach to legal challenges and opportunities. Our Iowa City business attorneys specialize in providing personalized attention and detailed guidance through every stage of your business lifecycle.
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Imagine a local Iowa City startup on the brink of a breakthrough in its industry. With an innovative business model and a robust market strategy, the only obstacle remaining was the legal framework required to protect its assets and secure its future.
This is where our team stepped in. By carefully selecting the appropriate business entity, we not only optimized their tax benefits but also minimized personal liability, setting a solid foundation for growth. Through meticulous contract review and negotiation, we ensured that their commercial leases and service agreements were aligned with their business goals, avoiding common pitfalls that many startups face.
As the business expanded, it encountered a dispute with a competitor over trade secrets. Our adept business litigation attorneys were ready to defend their rights, employing strategic legal maneuvers that ultimately led to a favorable settlement, allowing the startup to continue its path to success without further distraction.
Your business deserves a legal partner who’s as committed to your success as you are. With our Iowa City business attorneys, you gain not just legal representation, but a strategic ally dedicated to navigating the legal landscape alongside you. Whether you’re drafting your first contract or facing complex litigation, our team is equipped to provide the support and solutions your business needs to thrive. Let us help you build a legally sound, successful future for your business.
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The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team. Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys. Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us. They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates. We are here to help!
A buy-sell agreement allows business owners to plan for how an owner and the business will part ways upon the occurrence of certain triggering events such as the death or disability of an owner, the voluntary decision to terminate ownership either through a routine sale of stock or through retirement, or the company’s decision to part ways with the owner with or without cause.
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A guaranteed maximum price contract is a legally binding agreement between a contractor and project owner, where the contractor agrees to complete services for an agreed-upon maximum price. Unlike stipulated sum contracts, which hold contractors responsible for completing projects at fixed prices regardless of actual costs incurred, GMP contracts transfer this risk to the contractor by setting a limit on how much the customer will be charged.
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