A Partnership Dispute in a Closely Held Company

It is not unusual for a partnership dispute in a closely held company to result in issues between family members or close friends who co-own interests in the business. These relationships can be quite complex, and the partnership dispute at work can escalate into a full blown issue within the...

Our Proven Approach to a Business Dispute

Our proven approach to a business dispute resolves them quickly and in a cost-efficient manner while accomplishing our client’s goals and objectives. Resolving a corporate dispute, dispute between business owners or partners, or disputes between San Diego employers and their workers is an important component of business in San Diego...

Proven Strategies For Defending a San Diego Employer

Are you searching for a law firm with a track record of proven strategies for defending a San Diego employer in disputes and employee related litigation?  Are you concerned about a recent complaint to a federal or state agency?  Have you been contacted regarding an “informal” hearing or conference? The...

Breach of a Fiduciary Duty to a Shareholder

Are you concerned about the breach of a fiduciary duty to a shareholder?  Do you have questions about a proposed merger or other questionable actions by a majority shareholder in San Diego and need sound advice and counsel? The Watkins Firm has served shareholders in the San Diego business community...

Damage Mitigation in a Contract Breach

Damage mitigation in a contract breach is required under California law or you risk the ability to recover losses associated with the breach of contract.  What is required in order to mitigate the damages? How Do You Mitigate the Damages in a California Breach of Contract? California law requires you...

Can You Use an Asset Purchase to Buy an Existing Business

Can you use an asset purchase to buy an existing business?  How are most acquisitions accomplished in San Diego and across California? The asset purchase is the most effective tool for reducing risk and contingent liabilities associated with an acquisition or merger with an existing business.  The other option is...

How Do Employment Contracts Prevent Wage and Hour Litigation

How do employment contracts prevent wage and hour litigation in San Diego and throughout California?  How can our employee handbook, policies and procedures and the employment contract itself work together to facilitate a relationship of productivity and work success? There has never been a higher number of employee related disputes...

Disputes Between Partners or Members in an LLC

What happens when there are disputes between partners or members in an LLC that affect day-to-day operations or the business itself?  The experienced business dispute resolution attorneys at the Watkins Firm understand the costly interruption a partnership dispute can cause, and work to quickly and cost-effectively resolve it. The first...