9 Reasons to Hire a Contracts Attorney

Contract formation can be extremely tricky for a person without relevant education on the subject matter. When it comes to drafting and reviewing contracts, consulting an attorney is imperative before entering into contract negotiations and before executing a contract. From small to medium size businesses, outsourcing legal work is common, particularly in relation to contracts. While business owners are usually quick to hire resources such as an accountant or insurance agent, for some reason hiring a business attorney is met with some hesitation. Reluctance aside, business owners must think critically when it comes to consulting a contracts lawyer as it could save them time, money, and stress in the long run.

While some explanations may be obvious than others, it is important to consider the following reasons to hire a contracts attorney:

1. Contracts are typically easier to enforce in court once reviewed by a lawyer
2. Save massive amounts of time, and thus money, by avoiding drafting or executing a contract in-house
3. You will feel confident in knowing that a contract written by an attorney is complete with all necessary terms and clauses
4. Attorneys will often negotiate better contract terms than you anticipated
5. A lawyer will quickly identify which standard contracts your particular business requires
6. If you are determining how to structure your business, an experienced attorney will guide you appropriately
7. Handling employee issues is made easier with a lawyer’s assistance
8. In negotiation of the purchase or sale of a business, an attorney will be able to value your business correctly
9. A trustworthy attorney will help to guide a business through the investigation or suit filed by a government entity

Good legal advice can be hard to come by. Discussing your contract concerns with an experienced, reputable business attorney will ensure that your business is moving in the right direction. At the Law Office of Brenda Murzyn, P.C., we are available to discuss the impact of entering into a contract and create or review a new contract. Contact us today to learn more!