Focused Legal Guidance to Support Your Business at Every Step

Clear governance documents are essential for avoiding disputes and ensuring smooth operations. At Lewis & Wilson LLC, we draft tailored operating agreements and bylaws that define roles, responsibilities, voting rights, and procedures. Our approach emphasizes clarity in management authority, structured decision-making processes, and clear provisions for voting rights and quorum rules. We also establish dispute resolution mechanisms, plan for exits or ownership transfers, and protect the interests of minority shareholders or members. By ensuring compliance with corporate governance laws, we create governance frameworks that promote stability and transparency.

Commercial Contracts & Transactions

Contracts are the backbone of any business, and at Lewis & Wilson LLC, we draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements that safeguard your interests and foster strong business relationships. Our team prepares customized agreements, carefully reviews contractual obligations, and negotiates terms that are favorable to your position. We mitigate risks through precise contract language, advise on enforceability and compliance, and ensure that intellectual property rights are protected in all transactions. Each contract we prepare is designed to align with your business goals while supporting long-term, profitable partnerships.

Regulatory & Compliance Advisory

Compliance is critical to protecting your business from costly penalties and reputational harm. At Lewis & Wilson LLC, we provide proactive regulatory guidance, helping companies navigate industry-specific rules, employment laws, data protection standards, and corporate governance requirements. We monitor regulatory changes, draft internal compliance policies, and conduct thorough risk assessments. Our team also trains leadership and staff on obligations, guides organizations on data privacy compliance, and represents clients in audits or investigations. By creating systems that safeguard operations, we strengthen both compliance and long-term reputation.

Business Succession Planning

Planning for leadership transition is vital to preserving stability and value. Lewis & Wilson LLC assists businesses in developing succession strategies that minimize disruption and ensure continuity of ownership and leadership. Our services include designing customized succession plans, identifying and preparing potential successors, and structuring ownership transfers in line with business and family objectives. We address tax implications, draft succession agreements, and prepare for both expected and unexpected leadership changes. Our approach protects your legacy while ensuring that stakeholder interests and long-term business continuity are safeguarded.

Franchise & Licensing Agreements

Expanding through franchising or licensing requires well-structured agreements that protect intellectual property while enabling growth. At Lewis & Wilson LLC, we represent franchisors, franchisees, and licensors by drafting, negotiating, and enforcing comprehensive agreements. We ensure compliance with franchise laws, structure royalty and fee arrangements, and safeguard brand identity through strong trademark protections. Our attorneys also advise on termination and renewal clauses, manage disputes within franchising relationships, and support expansion into new markets. With our guidance, clients can confidently pursue growth through franchising and licensing opportunities.

Non-Disclosure & Non-Compete Agreements

Protecting proprietary information and business interests is critical to long-term success. At Lewis & Wilson LLC, we draft and enforce NDAs and non-compete agreements that safeguard trade secrets, confidential data, and competitive advantages. Our agreements are tailored to industry standards, balancing enforceability with employee rights, while ensuring restrictions are legally sound. We provide representation in cases involving enforcement or defense of these agreements and focus on protecting sensitive information even beyond the term of employment or partnership. By doing so, we provide businesses with strong, lasting protection.

Business Dispute Resolution

Not every business conflict requires litigation. At Lewis & Wilson LLC, we focus on resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration whenever possible to minimize costs and preserve valuable relationships. We begin with an early evaluation of disputes to identify the most effective resolution strategy. Our attorneys are skilled in negotiating favorable outcomes, representing clients in mediation, and advocating in arbitration proceedings. While our primary goal is cost-effective dispute resolution, we also ensure litigation readiness should alternative approaches fail. In every case, our focus is on protecting both reputation and business continuity.