Why can’t I represent my own LLC/Corp in a Virginia Court? Unauthorized Practice of Law | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney

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Why can’t I represent my own LLC/Corp in a Virginia Court? Unauthorized Practice of Law | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Business Attorney
Law Office of Ryan C. Young, PLLC Richmond Business Attorney I have personally seen the conversation below play out multiple times while waiting on my case to be called. Judge:  Next case, ABC Corporation v. XYZ, LLC.   Attorney for ABC (“Attorney”):  Your honor, my name is Thomas Jefferson VI and I represent the plaintiff, ABC Corporation.   Member of... Read More

Forms of Holding Title to Real Estate | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Real Estate Attorney

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Forms of Holding Title to Real Estate | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Real Estate Attorney
Forms of Real Estate Ownership Joint Tenancy With this kind of estate, the co-owners have what is referred to as a ‘right of survivorship.’ This means that if one of the owners dies, the surviving owner(s) will receive the deceased owner’s interest in said property by operation of law, thus avoiding probate. The deceased owner’s property will not be inherited... Read More

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

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

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

Balancing Virginia Non-Compete Agreements With Right to Work Laws | Ryan C. Young |Richmond Business Attorney

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Balancing Virginia Non-Compete Agreements With Right to Work Laws | Ryan C. Young |Richmond Business Attorney
Non-Compete Agreements Employment law faces a paradox in Virginia when employers require employees to sign non-compete agreements. Those are agreements that employers require which limit for whom an employee may work, and for how long, after vacating a position. Virginia is a right to work state. In right to work states laborers can work for whomever they choose, and employers... Read More