Business Law & Litigation

Whether you are launching a new business, negotiating a key contract, purchasing or selling a company, or resolving a business dispute, having experienced legal counsel can help you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

At Essential Legal Planning, we provide practical legal guidance to entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. From business formation and contract drafting to ongoing legal counsel and commercial litigation, we help our clients protect their businesses, manage risk, and achieve their long-term goals.

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Business Formation & Governance

  • Formation of LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and nonprofit organizations 
  • Articles of Organization and Articles of Incorporation 
  • Operating Agreements 
  • Partnership Agreements 
  • Corporate bylaws and governance documents

Business Transactions

  • Business purchases and sales
  • Joint venture agreements
  • Business succession planning

Employment & Confidentiality

  • Employee handbooks
  • Confidentiality and nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) 
  • Noncompete and nonsolicitation agreements (where permitted by law)
  • Independent contractor agreements

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

Well-drafted contracts establish clear expectations, reduce the likelihood of disputes, and protect your business relationships. We prepare, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements tailored to our clients’ needs.

Then include your examples:

  • Commercial contracts
  • Technology licensing agreements
  • Software development agreements
  • Cybersecurity consulting agreements
  • Commercial lease agreements
  • Service agreements
  • Vendor and supplier agreements
  • Restaurant purchase agreements
  • Independent contractor agreements
  • Confidentiality agreements

Commercial Litigation

Business disputes can disrupt operations and divert valuable time and resources. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we work strategically to resolve disputes while protecting your business interests.

We represent businesses in matters involving:
Breach of contract
Partnership and shareholder disputes
Business torts (claims like fraud and fraud in the inducement)
Commercial collections
Business purchase and sale disputes
Fiduciary duty claims
Investigations by the Attorney General’s Offices
Other commercial litigation matters