by Lisa Wills | Jun 4, 2025 | Business Law, Corporations, starting a business
How many times have you relied on a free online template to save time or money, only to face unexpected legal issues later? Using a free online contract template may save time and cut costs, but you’re likely to find yourself tangled in legal headaches later...
by Lisa Wills | May 6, 2025 | Business Law, Corporations, starting a business
It’s estimated that around 20% of small businesses fail within their first year, according to a report by CNBC. This can occur due to countless circumstances, but one of the most notable is getting entangled in unfavorable legal agreements. A strong contract...
by Lisa Wills | Apr 8, 2025 | Business Law, Corporations, starting a business
Buying and selling a business is one of an entrepreneur’s most significant financial decisions. The number of businesses changing hands grew by 5% in 2024, according to BizBuySell’s Insight Report. This increase shows that more owners are seizing...
by Lisa Wills | Mar 8, 2025 | Business Law, Corporations, starting a business
No matter what industry you’re interested in, business is booming. A record number of Americans started a business last year, with more than 16 million taking the entrepreneurial plunge. If you live in Pleasanton, CA, you’re in a good place to get...
by Lisa Wills | May 28, 2020 | starting a business
Questions to Ask an Attorney Before You Open Your Doors for Business Did you know that nearly half of all small businesses fail within the first five years? While most of these failures are related to financial issues, many can be avoided by seeking out expert...
by Lisa Wills, Law Offices of Lisa D. Wills | Mar 29, 2017 | Business Law, Corporations, forming an entity, starting a business
When starting a business, a key consideration is what type of business entity to form. Options include C corporation or S Corporation, limited liability company (LLC), partnership, limited partnership (LP) or limited liability partnership (LLP). This post is about C...
