Tips for Handling Legal Issues

Description: 

Learn how to get your ducks in a row when representing yourself or shopping for a lawyer.  DIY steps  you can take to prepare yourself and avoid unnecessary costs.  This webinar will provide some basics on dealing with the law that every business should know, sooner rather than later.  

In this webinar, we will discuss: 

• What evidence to collect, create, and organize.
• Deciding whether to DIY or to hire an attorney.
• Reducing legal costs, with or without a lawyer.
• Choosing an attorney who is right for you and your business.
• ADR- an alternative to court backed by the law.
• What mistakes to avoid when trouble arises.
• A client’s Bill of Rights when dealing with lawyers.

Presenter: 

As a fellow business owner, attorney Ben Martin loves helping new and small businesses survive and thrive.  With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs, non-profits, and pro bono service to people wanting to build their futures,  Ben has a reputation for advice that gives business owners confidence and independence using plain language, a sense of humor, and by offering low or no cost DIY business solutions.