Our Story

Who are we? Why do we do what we do?

Our law firm gives business owners the clarity they need to fund, grow, protect, and sell their businesses. This is what we do. Now let us share with you why we are so enthusiastic about helping as many business owners as we can.

Behind every business, there is at least one person who is driven to advance that business towards success. We care about that unique person's dreams and challenges.

Some know their business has a problem, but – for whatever reason – they choose to do nothing about it. Perhaps there are other priorities. Maybe they believe the chance of something bad happening is so low that it’s not worth it to address the problem. We help owners to understand their business risks.

Other owners know about a business problem, they want to solve it, but they don’t know how. “Where do I start? Can I do it on my own? Who can I turn to for help?” These questions cause paralysis, and the problem becomes worse. We offer practical strategies to solve business problems.

Finally, there are owners who know they have a business problem, want to solve it, AND they know how to solve it. But they are not ready to take action right now. They may need more money. Or perhaps they need a large block of “free time”. It could be that other stakeholders need to be persuaded. These attitudes lead to delay as the problem becomes more difficult. We know how to break overwhelming projects into small steps that can easily be achieved one at a time.

Our five core values make us different: Trustworthy. Reliable. Available. Caring. Knowledgeable (TRACK). To be “trustworthy” means we look not to our own interests, but to the interests of our clients. To be “reliable” means our “yes” means “yes.” We keep our commitments – even when it hurts. To be “available” means we are accessible to our clients on the same basis as our good friends. To “care” means we express compassion for our clients’ adverse situations, and we are willing to act to alleviate their anxiety and their pain. To be “knowledgeable” means we demonstrate learning and skill in the areas applicable to each client’s situation. Trustworthy. Reliable. Available. Caring. Knowledgeable. These five principles make us who we are at Wilkinson Law.

Business Law and Litigation Services

Wilkinson Law supports you through the legal decisions and disputes that arise throughout the life of your business. Whether you are protecting what you have built or preparing for what comes next, our work begins with understanding the outcome you need.

1. Resolve Business Disputes

  • Business litigation and pre-lawsuit strategy

  • Contract and commercial disputes

  • Disputes among shareholders, LLC members, or partners

  • Executive, employee, and independent contractor disputes

  • Intellectual property ownership and licensing disputes

  • Emergency court action to prevent immediate harm

2. Negotiate Business Contracts

  • Customer and service agreements

  • Vendor and supplier contracts

  • Distribution agreements

  • Technology and intellectual property licenses

  • Payment terms, warranties, and guarantees

  • Contract amendments, renewals, and terminations

3. Buy, Sell, or Transfer a Business

  • Asset purchases and sales

  • Stock and LLC membership-interest transactions

  • Mergers and business acquisitions

  • Buyouts between co-owners

  • Transfers to employees, managers, or family members

  • Due diligence, purchase agreements, and closing documents

4. Form and Fund a Business

  • Business entity formation

  • Equity issuances and investment agreements

  • Convertible notes and SAFEs

  • Private and commercial loan documents

  • Funding-related ownership changes

5. Establish Ownership and Control

  • Operating agreements

  • Shareholder agreements

  • Buy-sell agreements

  • Voting and decision-making rights

  • Joint venture agreements

6. Structure Employee and Executive Incentives

  • Bonus and variable-pay plans

  • Equity incentive plans

  • Profit interests and stock options

  • Phantom-equity arrangements

  • Vesting, forfeiture, and repurchase terms

7. Correct and Maintain Business Records

  • Annual shareholder meetings, consents, and resolutions

  • Stock ledgers and ownership records

  • Undocumented or improperly approved equity issuances

  • Conflicting terms in convertible notes or SAFEs

  • Intellectual property ownership records

  • Ratification of corporate actions taken without proper approval

Where Would You Like to Start?

Whether you are ready to discuss a business matter or still learning about your options, choose the place that best fits what you need now.

Talk With Us About Your Business

Our intake specialist will learn about your situation, explain how Wilkinson Law may be able to help, and guide you through the next step.

Discuss Your Business Matter

Get to Know Our Attorneys

Learn about our attorneys, their experience, and the types of matters they handle for business owners.

Meet Our Attorneys

Start With Practical Guidance

If you are still researching your options, our articles explain legal issues that arise while funding, operating, protecting, and selling a business.

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