What are the reasons to choose an S-Corporation for your new California business? Why do you need an experienced business attorney to guide you through the process of starting your new company? What is the difference between all of the corporate entity options for your new company, and why might...
The Action to Take If Your Company is Sued
Are you searching for information about what actions you should take if your company is sued in San Diego or anywhere in the State of California? Have you heard from a business contact or even a potential witness of a potential dispute? Have you already been served papers in a...
Representing Clients in a California Business Mediation
The Watkins Firm has decades of experience representing clients in a California business mediation and throughout the litigation process. The Watkins Firm resolves the majority of our disputes through a settlement in either effective, leveraged negotiations, a settlement conference, or business mediation. Key Takeaways About Representing Clients in a California...
What is Business Arbitration in California
What is business arbitration and when is arbitration generally the right option for resolving a contract or business litigation? Business arbitration in San Diego and throughout the State of California is an option to resolve a dispute or lawsuit without the extensive time and expense of going to trial. The...
California Minority Shareholder’s Lawyer
Are you searching for an experienced, proven California minority shareholder’s lawyer who will stand up for and protect your rights and interests as a shareholder? The Watkins Firm has more than four decades of experience successfully asserting the rights of our shareholder clients and protecting their interests. Are you concerned...
Effective Breach of Contract Attorneys Resolve Business Contract Disputes
The effective breach of contract attorneys resolve business contract disputes. At Watkins Firm, we work to resolve these cases efficiently while preserving valuable business partnerships and relationships whenever necessary. The attorneys at the Watkins Firm have served the the business, science and tech, real estate and medical / healthcare communities...
What Are the Shareholders’ Agreement and Bylaws?
What are the shareholders’ agreement and bylaws (also known as corporate documents) and why is it so important to make sure they are kept up to date as part of the governance and compliance activities of a corporation? Key Takeaways About What Are the Shareholders’ Agreement and Bylaws?: Each of these...
Is an Asset Purchase a Better Option Than a Stock Purchase
Is an asset purchase a better option than a stock purchase here in San Diego and throughout California? An asset purchase agreement can be a better strategy than a stock purchase in some mergers and acquisitions scenarios. Key Takeaways of Is an Asset Purchase a Better Option Than a Stock...
Dealing with Business Theft or Commingling in a California Company
What are some of the most effective strategies for dealing with business theft or commingling in a California company? How could the behavior of a business partner, fellow member in an LLC or another shareholder in a corporation affect your company? Key Takeaways About Dealing with Business Theft or Commingling...