Mistakes Small Businesses Make when entering into a Commercial Lease | Ryan C. Young | Virginia Commercial Lease Lawyer

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Mistakes Small Businesses Make when entering into a Commercial Lease | Ryan C. Young | Virginia Commercial Lease Lawyer
Commercial Lease Attorney  Business owners are well aware that in this tenant-friendly economic climate, there are some great deals out there. Even so, no matter the economy, the combination of emotion, inexperience and a rigid landlord is a recipe for disaster. Entering into a commercial lease, should not be taken lightly. Thus, it is essential that you obtain an experienced... Read More

Partnership Agreements: Rules on Voting, Admission of New Partners, and Management | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Attorney

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Partnership Agreements: Rules on Voting, Admission of New Partners, and Management | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Attorney
Partnership Agreements Those who own a business, with at least one other person and have not fashioned the business as a limited liability company (LLC), a corporation (Inc.) or another kind of business, have a partnership. Although partnerships do not require a written agreement, one is usually recommended. Otherwise, the state law determines the rights and obligations of each partner.... Read More

Tips for your first time in court. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

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Tips for your first time in court. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
 Going to court for the first time. Going to court for a case hearing does not need to be a stressful experience if properly prepared. There are a number of tips to follow helping produce a stress-free courtroom appearance.  Of course, being represented by an attorney will go a long way to take additional stress off of you. Get your... Read More

Professional Service Corporations (including PLLCs) in Virginia: How are they different? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

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Professional Service Corporations (including PLLCs) in Virginia: How are they different? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Email Ryan C. Young directly through this form: The act of sending email or other communications to our office DOES NOT establish an attorney-client relationship.  No attorney-client relationship is created by the information... Read More

Your first time giving testimony as a witness. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

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Your first time giving testimony as a witness. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Tips for appearing as a witness (giving testimony): If you are represented by counsel, talk to your attorney about your concerns. Don’t simply “blurt out” the answers.  It’s perfectly acceptable to take your time.  Think about the question before answering. Ask your attorney to prep with you in advance.  Role play answering some of the questions which might likely come... Read More

Legal Considerations When Buying a Small Business | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney

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Legal Considerations When Buying a Small Business | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney
Buying/Selling a Small Business A variety of legal issues should be considered when purchasing a small business. There are legal requirements that are associated with permits, licenses and registrations. All the required laws for operating your business must be met. The necessary regulations vary. Regulatory Considerations Particular businesses have restrictions related to the legal form the enterprise is allowed to... Read More

What steps do I need to take to dissolve (close) my business? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney

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What steps do I need to take to dissolve (close) my business? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney
There are numerous reasons for dissolving a business. Dissolving a business is the legal term for formally shutting down a business, sometimes the process is known as the dissolution of a business. Small and medium-sized businesses often have more than one owner. The first step towards dissolution is having all owners sign off that the business will be closed. Steps... Read More

The Business Legalities of Medical Office Ownership – Ryan C. Young – Richmond, VA Business Attorney

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The Business Legalities of Medical Office Ownership – Ryan C. Young – Richmond, VA Business Attorney
For many in the medical profession, setting up a private office is a major goal. If you wish to set up a medical office, but lack the knowledge of business law necessary to do so, I can be of assistance to you. I am an attorney with experience in assisting medical offices with the legalities of business start-up and management.... Read More

Non-Compete Agreements and Virginia Law – Ryan C. Young – Virginia Contract Lawyer

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Non-Compete Agreements and Virginia Law – Ryan C. Young – Virginia Contract Lawyer
Email Ryan C. Young directly through this form: The act of sending email or other communications to our office DOES NOT establish an attorney-client relationship.  No attorney-client relationship is created by the information... Read More

Most business partnerships fail….and what you should do about it. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney

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Most business partnerships fail….and what you should do about it. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney
Many partnerships set themselves up for failure. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit.  From a very young age, I always envisioned myself running some sort of business.  Prior to becoming a lawyer, I was talking seriously with two friends about potentially opening a restaurant together.  All three of us got so ecstatic about the possibility about opening that we didn’t give... Read More