Have you found your proven and experienced business lawyer in San Diego? Every corporate entity, from the smallest LLC to the largest corporation should have an experienced business attorney to provide advice and counsel. In a recent podcast, our Managing Partner Dan Watkins noted: “…every business or entrepreneur should have...
Season’s Greetings from the Watkins Firm
As we bring 2023 to a close, all of us at the Watkins Firm wish you and yours Season’s Greetings and hope you enjoy a safe and happy New Year in 2024. The Watkins Firm is genuinely thankful for the work that has been entrusted to us by our clients...
Is a Business Partner Stealing From Your Company?
Is a business partner stealing from your company? Are you concerned about theft, embezzlement or commingling? How can you prove this and put a stop to it? What actions can you take? What impact will this have on the business and ownership interests? What to Do When You Suspect Your...
How to Bring a New Investor into an LLC
We are often asked how to bring a new investor into an LLC in San Diego or Southern California. This can be a challenge, but you should be able to find the balance between maintaining control of your company and attracting the investment you need to grow. The Two Primary...
Closing a San Diego Business
What are the steps for closing a San Diego business? Are you thinking of closing your company and searching for ideas and recommendations for efficiently ending your business and eliminating future liability? When the time comes to close your business there are many steps which must be completed to properly...
Why Do You Need a Strong Buy-Sell Agreement?
Why do you need a strong buy-sell agreement? What impact will the buy-sell agreement have upon the life of your multi-owner San Diego business or partnership. What is a Buy-Sell Agreement? In essence, the buy-sell agreement is an contract that anticipates and addresses the process for handling unexpected developments when...
Is a Non-Compete or Covenant Not to Compete Enforceable in San Diego
UPDATE: As of January 1, 2024 all non-compete agreements and covenants not to compete are unenforceable and essentially illegal in the State of California. Any employer who attempts to require a worker to sign any such agreement, paragraph, clause or phrase will be exposed to extensive civil and in some...
Experienced and Proven General Counsel
How can your business benefit from an experienced and proven general counsel? Why does every business, no matter how large or small, need an experienced business attorney and general counsel? Why Do Olympic and Professional Athletes Need a Coach? Have you ever wondered why Olympic and professional athletes need a...
Sound General Counsel based on 40+ Years of Experience
The Watkins Firm provides sound general counsel based on 40+ years of experience serving the San Diego and Southern California business community and healthcare industry. Why is it so important to work with our proven business attorneys whether you own a small LLC or a large corporation? In a word:...