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Justin C. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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August 12, 2022

Justin C.

Partner
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Hammond Indiana
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
Valparaiso University Law School

Justin Camper is a small business and trademark attorney, entrepreneur, public speaker, and writer. Justin has been practicing law close to 5 years and has done various areas of law from criminal work as a Prosecutor, to business and civil litigation at private law firms.

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Mariah R. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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August 18, 2023

Mariah R.

Attorney
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Indianapolis, Indiana
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

McGhee at Law is a purpose-driven law firm located in Indiana. We are focused on assisting Clients with creating opportunities of advancement. Our strategy is to assist, advise and support our Clients in fulfilling their vision for their personal lives and businesses through the practice of law.

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Joseph B. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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July 28, 2023

Joseph B.

Solo Practitioner
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Lebanon, IN
3 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN MO
Mitchell Hamline School of Law

I am an attorney licensed in Indiana. I currently work primarily on civil litigation, landlord/tenant matters, and adoption cases. I have over 10 years of labor relations experience, including negotiations, labor contract enforcement, and arbitration experience. I also work with several non-profit groups representing LGBTQ+ groups and indigent clients in housing matters.

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Chester A. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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July 21, 2020

Chester A.

Attorney
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Atlanta, GA
28 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN GA
University of Miami School of Law

With over 24 years of practice, Chet uses his vast experiences to assist his clients in the most efficient manner possible. Chet is a magna cum laude graduate of University of Miami School of Law with an extensive background in Business Law, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Law, Leasing Law and Telecommunications Law. Chet's prior experience includes 5 years at two of the top law firms in Georgia and 16 years of operating his own private practice.

Elizabeth V. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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January 6, 2022

Elizabeth V.

Corporate Counsel
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Indianapolis, IN
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
IU McKinney School of Law

Most of my career has been as in-house counsel for technology companies. My responsibilities included managing all vendor/procurement contracts and compliance, customer/partner/reseller contracts and compliance, data security/privacy compliance and incident responses, HR/employment issues, and legal operations. I am very comfortable negotiating Commercial Contracts, Vendor Agreements, and Procurement Contracts for goods, services, and licensing, as well as addressing Employment & Labor, Intellectual Property, and Data Privacy issues and compliance. I specialized and have a certificate in IP in law school and continued to develop in that area as in-house counsel for Interactive Intelligence, Genesys, which are unified communication companies, and KAR Global in the automobile digital services lines of business.

John B. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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June 21, 2023

John B.

Principal Attorney
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Indianapolis, IN
16 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN IL
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law

I am an attorney with over 13 years experience licensed in both Illinois and Indiana. I spent the early part of my career as a civil litigation attorney. Eventually, I moved into an in-house role, specifically as general counsel, to help companies avoid the pains of litigation. In doing so, I gained significant experience in executive leadership, corporate governance, risk management and cybersecurity/privacy. I bring this wealth of experience to my client engagements to not only resolve the immediate issue, but help implement lasting improvements in practices to avoid similar problems going forward.

Thomas B. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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July 2, 2023

Thomas B.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Indianapolis
36 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
Indiana University

Accomplished Attorney with 33 years of experience assisting clients with their legal needs, including reviewing and drafting of various contracts and agreements.

Rhea J. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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July 21, 2023

Rhea J.

Attorney at Law
Free Consultation
Evansville, IN
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

I am a graduate from Wittenberg University and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I have been admitted to the Indiana bar since 2013. I have collaborated on several writing projects for the Indiana State Bar.

Andrew T. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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July 24, 2023

Andrew T.

Attorney-at-Law
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Indianapolis, IN
13 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
Indiana University Maurer School of Law

I am a lawyer with over 10 years of experience drafting and negotiating complex capital agreements, service agreements, SaaS agreements, waivers and warranties.

Christopher I. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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August 1, 2023

Christopher I.

Business Attorney
Free Consultation
Merrillville, Indiana
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
Indiana University Mauer School of Law

• Owner and managing attorney at the Irak Law Office in Indiana. • Practice areas include business law, startup formation, contract drafting, and deal structuring. • Passionate about serving entrepreneurs and small business owners. For more, visit https://iraklaw.com

Kyle T. - Business Lawyer in South Bend, Indiana
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September 7, 2023

Kyle T.

Associate Attorney
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Houston, Texas
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IN
South Texas College of Law

Obtained J.D. in December 2021, admitted to the Indiana Bar in November 2022. Began working as a clerk for civil defense firm in March 2022 and have been the same firm to the present, currently working as an Associate Attorney.

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Business Legal Questions and Answers

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Multi-Member LLC

Ohio

Asked on Jun 22, 2024

Can you explain the process and requirements for forming a multi-member LLC?

I am currently in the process of starting a new business with two partners, and we have decided to form a multi-member LLC. We have a general understanding of what an LLC is and how it offers liability protection, but we are unsure about the specific steps and requirements involved in forming a multi-member LLC. We would like to know about the necessary documents, filing procedures, and any other legal considerations that we should be aware of in order to properly establish our LLC and protect our interests.

Paul S.

Answered Jul 12, 2024

You will need to file articles of organization with the Secretary of State of the state where you want to form the LLC. This is relatively easy. More importantly, because you will have 2 or more members, you should have an operating agreement. This is a contract between the members, detailing who the members are, what percentages of the LLC each member owns, how the LLC will be managed, how profits and losses will be allocated, and how distributions will be allocated. The operating agreement should also put restrictions on voluntary and involuntary (think divorce, death, bankruptcy) transfers of ownership, so that you don't suddenly end up with a new member that you don't want. The operating agreement is not filed with the state. You should have an experienced lawyer help you with the operating agreement, as it can be pretty complex.

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Contract Amendment

New York

Asked on Dec 19, 2021

I need a lawyer to take over a case from the lawyer that filed it. She has become very ill and can't finish the case

Breach of Contract & Defamation case has been filed. Defendants have been served and replied with a countersuit. Current Lawyer has become very ill from Covid and can no longer see the case to the end. She will help with all proof and documentation. Case is filed in Chenango County Supreme Court in Chenango County NY. Local lawyers do not do this type of case. No court date has been set yet. Case was filed 9/30/21

Jane C.

Answered Jan 28, 2022

Many lawyers on Contracts Counsel can handle this case, including my firm.

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Business

Earn Out Agreement

California

Asked on Nov 12, 2024

Can you explain the key provisions and potential risks involved in an Earn Out Agreement?

I am currently in negotiations to sell my small business and the potential buyer has proposed an Earn Out Agreement as part of the deal. While I understand the basic concept of an earn out, I am unsure about the specific provisions that should be included in the agreement and the potential risks involved. I want to ensure that I am adequately protected and that the earn out arrangement is fair and reasonable for both parties.

Dolan W.

Answered Dec 27, 2024

Hello! My name is Dolan and thank you for using contractscounsel.com! This kind of agreement can be a great way to bridge the gap if you and the buyer have different views on your business's future value, but it’s not without its headaches. Basically, it lets the buyer pay part of the sale price later, depending on how the business performs. To keep things fair, you MUST have clear rules. I think for you need to nail down what performance targets you’re using such as revenue, profit, etc., and how they’ll be calculated. Be super specific to avoid arguments. Set a timeline for the earn-out, like 2–3 years, and agree on when you’ll get paid if targets are hit. You also need protection since the buyer will run the business after the sale. You don’t want them cutting corners or making decisions that could tank your payout. If the buyer mismanages things, you’re the one who loses. I think if you have some specific actions that the buyer promises to perform that you know helps the companies stay profitable or stay legally compliant (for example), including that in the agreement makes sense. You can ask for safeguards like minimum payments, say-so in major decisions, or money held in escrow. And, of course, make sure everything’s spelled out. We can draft these agreements for you here! Best of luck!

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Business

LLC Operating Agreement

California

Asked on Dec 2, 2024

Can an LLC operating agreement be modified without the unanimous consent of all members?

I am a member of an LLC and we currently have an operating agreement in place that outlines the rights and responsibilities of each member. However, there have been some changes in the business and I believe that certain provisions of the operating agreement need to be modified in order to better reflect our current needs and goals. Some members are resistant to these changes and I would like to know if it is possible to modify the operating agreement without obtaining unanimous consent from all members, and if so, what steps need to be taken to make these modifications legally binding.

Dolan W.

Answered Dec 6, 2024

Hello! My name is Dolan and I'm happy to help. Generally, an agreement can't be modified without the consent of the parties involved and additional consideration included (e.g. something in exchange). Whether the operating agreement can be changed depends on the terms itself. The parties can agree that only a majority vote is needed or may require a unanimous agreement for something like this. We can review the operating agreement for you and let you know what your rights are and offer some advice. Best of luck!

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LLC

New York

Asked on Oct 25, 2023

Is LLC formation state-specific?

I am looking to start a business and am considering forming a limited liability company (LLC). I have heard that the LLC formation process is state-specific, and I want to make sure that I am taking the right steps to form a LLC in the correct jurisdiction. I would like to know if the LLC formation process is state-specific, and if so, what steps I should take to form a LLC in the correct jurisdiction.

Damien B.

Answered Oct 28, 2023

I understand you would like to know if an LLC formation is state-specific. And the answer is yes. Each state has its own process, rules and laws for forming an LLC in that state. Generally, a person would form and register the LLC in the state where it has a physical presence and plans to do business. However, sometimes a person may incorporate in another state and register the LLC as a foreign company in the state it plans to do business. This usually occurs if the LLC plans to operate nation wide or because of flexibility in rules, asset protection or tax reasons.

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