J. Muir & Associates, P.A.

4 Ways a Business Lawyer Can Protect Your Business’s Intellectual Property: 1. Conducting regular IP audits.  2. Drafting and negotiating IP agreements.  3. Monitoring for IP infringement.  4. IP litigation and dispute resolution. Did you know small businesses are at the highest risk for intellectual property theft? Protect your business and its reputation by getting our lawyers on your side. Contact J. Muir & Associates today for expert IP protection services. #IPprotectionlawyer #IPlawyer #businesslitigation #smallbusinessownermiami

4 Benefits of Mediation for Partnership Disputes: 1. Parties are more likely to feel satisfied with the resolution since they created the agreement themselves.  2. Mediation is usually not binding, so no one is forced to agree on an outcome they are not happy with.  3. Mediation helps people work collaboratively, preserving the relationship between them.  4. Mediation can be more cost-effective than litigation. Is mediation the right approach for addressing your partnership or shareholder dispute? The J. Muir & Associates team has experience in mediation, arbitration, and litigation, and is happy to guide you in the right direction. Visit our website to learn how we can help! #partnershipdisputes #partnercontractdrafting #businessdisputemediation #miamibusinessowner

Navigating Shareholder Disputes: One of the most common shareholder disputes we see involves a disagreement over the direction management is taking. Disputes over company direction involve: 1. Moving the company’s location.  2. Dismissing an employee. 3. uyout agreements or cessation of operations.  4. Pivoting the company’s business objectives. Do you believe your shareholder rights or duties have been violated? Our team is happy to answer your questions and review your claim. Contact J. Muir & Associates for Florida-based business law assistance today!  #shareholderagreements #shareholderdisputes #miamibusinesslawyer #businesslitigation 

We are pleased to announce that our colleague Scott Janowitz has been appointed to serve as the Circuit Civil General Magistrate for the Miami-Dade Courts! Congratulations to Scott! Read more here: https://bit.ly/3YiYv32

FAQ: What Is a Deadlock and How Can My Company Avoid One? During the life of your company, shareholders and directors may not see eye-to-eye on certain matters. The inability to reach a consensus on key matters can cause business to come to a standstill, aka a deadlock. A shareholder agreement that contains a deadlock provision to facilitate a quick resolution is the best way to mitigate this risk. At J. Muir & Associates, our team are experienced at tailoring shareholder agreements according to your company’s unique requirements. Contact us to learn more! #shareholderagreements #shareholderdisputes #businesslitigationmiami #businessdeadlock

Employment Law: General Counsel Why work with a Miami business lawyer? As your business grows, so will the number of people you employ. Our experienced general counsel lawyers can help guide you through setting up employment contracts and handbooks. We can also provide essential advice on employee rights and rules regarding overtime pay, discrimination, minimum wages, retirement plans, and other labor-related matters. Visit our website today to learn about our full range of general counsel services! #generalcounselmiami #miamibusinessowner #businesslitigation #businesslawfirmmiami

6 Benefits of Involving a Lawyer in Your Contract Review Process: 1. Selecting the appropriate agreement. 2. Ensuring legal compliance. 3. Identifying errors. 4. Safeguarding rights and interests. 5. Negotiating improved terms. 6. Preparing a legally sound contract. A contract review is a meticulous examination of a contract’s contents to ensure they accurately reflect its purpose and outline critical terms. Ensure you enter every business contract with confidence by getting J. Muir & Associates on your side! #miamicontractlawyer #contractreviewmiami #contractreview #businesscontractdrafting

7 Legal Reasons a Partnership Can Dissolve: 1. A partner dies.  2. A partner becomes insolvent or bankrupt.  3. The term of the written partnership agreement expires.  4. A partner gives written notice to other partners of their intention to dissolve the partnership.  5. One or more partners can no longer legally own a business.  It is unlawful for the members of the partnership to carry on the business.  6. A partner makes an application to the court and the court orders the partnership to dissolve. Apart from points five and seven, a partnership agreement can help your business avoid an unwanted dissolution. Do you need help drawing up a sound and robust partnership agreement? J. Muir & Associates is here to help! #partnershipdisputes #partnercontractdrafting #businesslitigationmiami #miamibusinessowner

Corporate Litigation Myths Busted: Myth: Small entities do not need corporate lawyers. Wrong! They do! This is one of the most widely perpetuated corporate law myths. The truth is that all businesses need corporate lawyers to help them establish and maintain their legal structure and protect themselves from liability and taxes. Do you need legal assistance with incorporation? J. Muir & Associates is here to help! Contact us today. #corporatelitigationmiami #corporatelawfirmmiami #corporatelawmyths #businessownersmiami

 Congratulations to our Managing Shareholder, Jane Muir, for being selected as a 2024 Miami-Dade Bar Circle of Excellence Award Winner!   Your dedication and expertise in the field continue to inspire us all. Here's to many more accomplishments ahead!  #ExcellenceInLaw #CircleOfExcellence #BusinessCorporate #JaneMuir #LegalLeader