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Getting It Right: There is No Fix for a Bad Partnership Agreement

This article is part of a series for small business owners on the legal risks that come with running a business. Every business goes through stages, and the legal issues that matter change as the business does. Some risks show up early. Some build quietly over time. Some only become visible when something goes wrong. This series covers what to watch for at each stage and when to get help.

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The Legal Legal Lifecycle of a Business: What Business Counsel Should Know at Every Stage

A business’s legal risk profile changes as the business does. The issues that matter at formation are not the issues that matter at maturity, and the risks that accumulate quietly during growth tend to surface at the worst possible time. Counsel who understand what is coming at each stage can help clients get ahead of it. Counsel who don’t will find themselves reacting to problems that were avoidable.
This article describes a stage-by-stage analysis of the legal landscape, from formation through distress, with attention to the risks that are most often missed and the moments when early action matters most.

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Working for Free? Sell your Business or File Chapter 11.

A high-stakes analysis of the “working for free” trap that many small business owners fall into when debt begins to outpace profitability. It examines the critical transition point where “sweat equity” becomes unsustainable and outlines two direct legal strategies for recovery: the clean break of a **Chapter 7 liquidation** and the strategic rescue of a **Chapter 11 (Subchapter V) reorganization**. By comparing the mechanics of each—from the automatic stay on creditors to the court-fought right for an owner’s salary—this article serves as a guide for entrepreneurs to reclaim their income and stop serving as a middleman for bank interest.

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El “arma secreta” para detener un desalojo comercial en Georgia

La rapidez de los desalojos comerciales en Georgia exige una respuesta legal inmediata y estratégica para evitar sentencias por incumplimiento y la pérdida de activos en solo siete días. El uso del Subcapítulo V del Capítulo 11 surge como la herramienta definitiva para detener el proceso, permitiendo a las empresas renegociar contratos o cancelar deudas por una fracción de su valor original.

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Turning the Tables: How Borrowers and Debtors Can Use Lender Liability as a Strategic Weapon

A secured lender’s position often appears unassailable on paper. It holds collateral, controls the credit agreement, and retains the power to declare default. When a borrower falls into distress, the instinct on both sides of the table is to treat the lender as the party with all the leverage. That instinct, however, is incomplete. The doctrine of lender liability exists precisely because a lender’s contractual rights—no matter how broad—do not authorize every action a lender might wish to take. When a lender overreaches, it creates exposure. And that exposure, in turn, becomes a source of leverage for borrowers, debtors, trustees, and the counsel who represent them.

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News: Welcome to the team, Adriana “Adri” Andana

Adri is a high-impact operations and human resources powerhouse with a proven track record of scaling elite teams and perfecting the internal systems that keep a high-stakes firm running. Having previously led HR operations for major legal practices, she has mastered the full employee lifecycle—from strategic recruiting and high-level onboarding to rigorous policy implementation and compliance.

At our firm, Adri is the vital bridge between leadership’s strategic vision and the frontline execution our clients rely on. She doesn’t just manage; she optimizes. With a deep background in executive support and high-volume operations, she excels at translating big-picture goals into daily reality, ensuring every team member is aligned and every case moves forward with precision.

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News: Welcome to the team, Camila Evins-Florentino

We are thrilled to have Camila on board as our Legal Administrative Assistant. A recent KSU alumna, Camila’s academic record is defined by an extraordinary work ethic, allowing her to fast-track her undergraduate studies and enter the professional world with a unique edge. She is currently immersing herself in the intricacies of our practice as she prepares for a future career in law. Her enthusiasm for advocacy and her sharp organizational skills provide our clients with a superior level of service and reliability. Welcome to the team, Camila!

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