Business Law
Fund Your Business
Wilkinson Law LLC represents experienced entrepreneurs embarking on new business ventures as well as investors whose support is critical to helping innovative ventures successfully launch and continue to thrive. The firm's mission is to maximize opportunities for our clients while managing their risk.
The firm also represents the interests of angel investors and venture capitalists. While these investors are sophisticated and well-versed in business matters, they still benefit from legal guidance to help evaluate opportunities and protect their interests. Wilkinson Law represents both accredited and non-accredited investors.
Wilkinson Law has worked with clients starting and investing in businesses in a broad spectrum of industries, including:
Architecture
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Investor Services
Chemical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Medical Device Development
Food Services Franchising
Publishing
Telecommunications Services
Mobile Application Development
Retail
Real Estate Investing
Guidance for Startups and Companies in Growth or Transition
Securing funding is one of the most important, and most challenging, events in the early stages of a business's development. It is essential to prepare diligently, putting in place comprehensive documentation to assure investors of the value of a company's prospects and the strength of its business plan. An attorney who understands not only the law in this area, but the business and its technology, is essential to presenting the company in its best light.
Wilkinson Law works with new businesses seeking to partner with the right investor, as well as with existing companies seeking to achieve their business objectives through affiliated companies and joint ventures with third parties. Wilkinson Law offers advice on changing ownership structures within a firm or among affiliates and on preparing to sell or acquire a company or division.
Representative Projects
Wilkinson Law's work on Funding Your Business has included:
Establishing multiple interrelated companies in a multi-tiered franchise development business
Drafting, negotiating and closing an asset purchase agreement to acquire a business for a buyer in the building construction and design industry
Drafting multiple operating agreements for closely-held limited liability companies
Drafting documents to effect a restructuring of ownership of entities among multiple family members
Drafting agreements for a founders' round of investment in medical technology companies
Preparing documents for the formation of a Delaware corporation
Establishing Delaware corporations for foreign investors
Representing a foreign buyer in acquiring a pharmaceutical manufacturing company
Providing advice as local counsel to the foreign seller of a U.S. subsidiary
Reviewing and drafting convertible promissory notes for an angel investor to contribute capital to a delivery services company
Reviewing investment documents for an angel investor to acquire an interest in a social media company
Reviewing investment documents for an angel investor to acquire an interest in a group of healthcare companies
Reviewing the stock purchase agreement and related transaction documents for an angel investor to acquire shares in a manufacturer of industrial products
Performing a due diligence review of the legal issues relating to corporate assets and agreements
Performing a due diligence review of the legal issues relating to corporate structure and formation of multiple related business entities
Reviewing terms for the acquisition of a medical practice
Maximizing Opportunities for Investors and Enterprises
Attorney Anthony Wilkinson has years of experience advising entrepreneurs, investors and executives. He excels at resolving challenges by understanding the complexity of the business relationships and then recommending the particular legal agreements that will maximize revenue opportunities and return on investment. To learn more about the firm's services, please contact Wilkinson Law LLC to schedule a consultation.
Grow Your Business
At Wilkinson Law LLC, we understand the multifaceted nature of business growth, balancing the drive to increase revenue with the necessity of efficient overhead management. Rooted in New York and New Jersey, we’ve guided myriad businesses in their pursuit of this equilibrium.
The distinct advantage we offer is Attorney Anthony Wilkinson’s unique blend of engineering, business, and technology law experience. His experience equips him to grasp the diverse challenges faced by businesses across a plethora of industries.
Strategies to Boost Your Revenue:
Firm growth often hinges on potent revenue streams, and our role is to fortify these channels. Clear, favorable provisions in B2B contracts not only propel revenue but also reduce the risk of expensive disputes over ambiguous terms.
Our experience encompasses a range of specialized services. We deliver actionable strategies that help businesses minimize their overhead costs effectively. Furthermore, we adeptly navigate intricate endeavors, from managing global and domestic corporate restructurings to negotiating vendor terminations and refining executive compensation arrangements.
Efficient Overhead Management:
For sustainable growth, revenue amplification must be matched with meticulous cost management. Our legal counsel offers businesses insights into spending judiciously, positioning it as a long-term investment.
Our knowledge and skill set encompasses a range of specialized services. We deliver actionable strategies that help businesses minimize their overhead costs effectively. We adeptly navigate intricate endeavors, from managing global and domestic corporate restructurings to negotiating lease terminations and refining executive compensation arrangements.
Here is a list of some of the industries we’ve served:
Insurance
Architecture
Information Technology
Retail
Telecommunications
Food Services Franchising
Chemical Manufacturing
Medical Device Development
Medical Practice
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Publishing
Mobile Application Development
Real Estate Investing
Equipment Rental
Marina Services
Food Manufacturing
Software Implementation Services
Heavy Machinery Maintenance Services
Wilkinson Law LLC has represented clients in a variety of transactions designed to boos business growth, including reviewing and negotiating:
Technology distribution agreements for global entities
Trademark and patent license agreements
Consulting agreements for physicians
Corporate restructuring of both international and domestic entities
Renegotiating executive compensation agreements
Early terminations of vendor agreements
Dissolving affiliated companies in healthcare
Negotiating various termination and licensing agreements
The journey of growing a business is riddled with complexities, but it doesn’t have to be navigated alone. Attorney Anthony Wilkinson brings to the table a rare confluence of engineering acumen and deep legal proficiency. His track record speaks volumes about his ability to craft strategies tailored to your business’s unique challenges. When you engage with Wilkinson Law LLC, you’re not just getting legal representation; you’re partnering with a seasoned attorney who understands the intricate dance of business growth. Ready to harness this experience? Reach out to us and let Anthony Wilkinson steer your business towards its next big leap.
Your Business Advocate
REACH OUT NOWProtect Your Business
A business's most valuable assets are often those that can't be seen or touched. Attorney Anthony Wilkinson's background in both engineering and law makes him attuned to the needs of the firm's clients with regard to the protection of their intellectual property assets and essential business relationships. His decades of legal experience and attention to detail assure clients that valuable rights will be preserved.
Protecting Business Rights and Relationships
The days when a business agreement could be successfully reached with a discussion and sealed with a handshake are long in the past. Commerce is increasingly global, and the web of relationships that make that commerce possible grow ever more complex. Litigation in business diverts resources from a company's goals. Careful negotiation, drafting, and review of agreements can make rights and responsibilities of the parties clear, and prevent needless litigation.
Wilkinson Law LLC has helped numerous businesses define their obligations and rights, protecting their interests and preserving the critical relationships, both within and outside the company, that help them operate profitably. Among the services the firm has provided for clients are:
Review of corporate formation documents, bylaws, and resolutions
Negotiation and review of operating agreements
Review of non-competition and non-disclosure agreements
Advising stockholders regarding disputes with other owners of closely-held businesses
Negotiation and review of employment agreements, including executive employment agreements
Review of commercial real estate leases
Performing statutory, regulatory and case law research to advise clients on potential liability exposure
Comprehensive review and update of contracts between a company and its suppliers, service providers, employees and customers
Comprehensive review and restructuring of the corporate status, structure and ownership of a group of family-owned businesses
Protecting Brand Names and Intellectual Property
Wilkinson Law is available to represent clients regarding a range of trademark, licensing matters and other intellectual property issues, including:
Intellectual property assignment agreements
International and domestic trademark searches
Preparation, filing, prosecution of trademark applications for media technology companies, authors, entrepreneurs, and others
Maintenance of trademarks
Negotiation and review of trademark coexistence agreements
Advice regarding brand names
Development agreements
Consulting agreements
Master services agreements
Non-competition agreements
Review of regulations relating to patent rights
Review of intellectual property provisions of manufacturing agreements
Software as a service agreements (SaaS)
Software licensing agreements
Technology development agreements
Website terms of service and privacy policies
To learn more about the firm's services, please contact Wilkinson Law LLC to schedule a consultation.
Sell Your Business
Navigating the intricate landscape of selling a business is a task that demands experience, foresight, and an acute understanding of both the legal and commercial realms. Located in the heart of New York and New Jersey, Wilkinson Law LLC specializes in guiding businesses through the multifaceted process of acquisitions, ensuring maximum value and a smooth transition. Our vast experience encompasses handling transactions for diverse clientele, from startups taking their first exit to established enterprises seeking strategic divestments. At every step, our commitment is to position your business optimally, safeguarding your interests and maximizing your returns.
Driving this mission forward is Attorney Anthony Wilkinson. His unique blend of an engineering background coupled with profound experience in business and technology law enables him to comprehend the intricacies of business acquisitions like few can. Whether it's evaluating the best strategy, understanding industry-specific nuances, or crafting meticulous agreements, Anthony's knowledge ensures that businesses acquisitions reflect their true worth and potential.
Over the years, we have gained in-depth knowledge about acquisitions. We have experience with buying and selling many types of companies, including these ten examples:
A business selling technology services to facilitate online education.
A business selling medical devices used for cosmetic surgery
A hair salon
A business operating websites for finding and booking travel arrangements.
A mIlitary defense technology contractor
A company offering IT consulting services
A company selling children’s toys
A pizzeria
A dentist’s office
A marina
Take the Next Step With Confidence
Selling a business demands meticulous legal strategies, a profound grasp of market dynamics, and forward-thinking planning. When you collaborate with Wilkinson Law LLC for an acquisition, you're enlisting more than just legal support. You're aligning with a team steadfastly committed to ensuring your transaction is handled with the utmost care, always safeguarding your interests and aiming to maximize the transaction’s value. Attorney Anthony Wilkinson’s deep-rooted experience, combined with our dedicated team's insights, ensures the process is tackled with precision and strategic expertise. From integrating assets and evaluating potential risks to cementing favorable terms, Wilkinson Law LLC is here to guide and support every step of the way. Connect with us today to champion your business endeavors with unwavering legal knowledge and experience.