One of the most exciting parts of our jobs is when our team gets to announce that your new business is formed! Our team works with budding entrepreneurs to provide step-by-step guidance in the process of creating and launching a successful new business. We help to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, proper documentation, and business strategy to help your business thrive. 

We are able to provide business formation and compliance representation in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia.

Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in our society and we are privileged to be able to serve as a legal partner in supporting our nonprofit clients’ advancement of their missions.  

Nonprofit organizations face unique challenges when it comes to complying with various legal requirements and our attorneys routinely assist our nonprofit clients with navigating those myriad rules. Our clients include public charities, private foundations, trade associations, and social welfare organizations that focus on lobbying and advocacy. We guide clients through the process of formation and setting up their nonprofit organizations, including obtaining tax-exempt status, complying with federal tax rules to maintain their tax-exempt status, corporate governance, fundraising compliance, and general needs such as contract drafting and review and navigating employment laws. 

We aim to be a go-to legal resource for nonprofit clients, providing practical advice and support so you can focus on your mission.

Every business of every size has valuable intellectual property that needs to be leveraged and protected.  We are here to assist businesses and organizations with their trademark, copyright, and advertising needs.

Your company’s image and brand awareness are important company assets, so let’s make sure your trademarks are protected. Whether it’s your business name, logo, slogan, or other identifying characteristics of your brand, we can assist you throughout the selection, adoption, and registration processes. Our attorneys have years of experience when it comes to securing trademark registrations, as well as protecting trademark rights through enforcement, and we can walk you through every stage of the trademark lifecycle. Whether you just came up with an idea for the name of your new business, you have received a cease & desist letter from a trademark rights owner, or you’ve noticed a third party trading off the goodwill you’ve established in your own brand, it’s never too early (or too late) to seek out our expertise in this arena. Having experienced attorneys guide you through all of these issues will help you avoid costly delays, common pitfalls, and expensive litigation.

Our attorneys are also well versed in copyright law, and we are here to help with any of the copyright issues that often arise for new companies and established businesses alike. We can assist you in securing copyright registrations for important aspects of your business, such as software code, music, or important publications. We can also be your advocate in enforcing those rights against third parties when necessary. Navigating this complex area of law can be intimidating, but our attorneys are eager to help make the process as simple and pain-free as possible.

Advertising and Marketing are two areas where trademark and copyright law often collide, but they have several issues to think about all their own. Whether you’re considering buying an ad on a local radio station, are ready to launch a large social media marketing campaign, or want to understand the laws and regulations surrounding sweepstakes offerings, our attorneys are knowledgeable and ready to assist your business make the best decisions possible to steer clear of legal hurdles.

Contracts are essential elements of any business arrangement, interactions between individuals, or employment scenarios. Many contracts can seem daunting, lengthy, and riddled with legalese. We understand the need to review and develop contracts and agreements to ensure organizational growth and sustainability at an affordable fee to our clients. Our skilled attorneys are able to draft and review documents and explain the terms so you know your obligations and responsibilities. 

Many of our clients ask us to draft and/or review the following agreements:

• Client agreements
• Consultant or independent contractor agreements
• Employment agreements
• Lease agreements
• Employee handbooks
• Separation Agreements 
• Vendor agreements 
• Operating agreements

We are happy to assist with your contract drafting and review.

An Operating Agreement defines how your limited liability company is run and governed. This type of agreement can structure how you make decisions, add partners and remove partners, and wind down your business. An Operating Agreement can even ensure how your business corresponds to your estate plan. 

From a multiple-member LLC to a sole member LLC, an Operating Agreement is an essential element of your business formation and one that should not be overlooked. Our team is well versed in drafting Operating Agreements and is here to help you ensure that your company is protected.

One of the most exciting (and stressful) times for a business owner is when they are engaged in a business acquisition. Whether it is your business that is acquiring another company or your company is being purchased by another entity, GLG is here to help. Our team has significant experience helping small businesses grow and focusing on business acquisitions between LLCs, S-Corps, and some C-Corps.

We are able to walk you through this process, from advising about the type of due diligence that should be reviewed at the onset, drafting and reviewing documents to be prepared as part of the transaction, and even acting as the escrow agent at the conclusion for any sale funds to be held pursuant to the agreement of the parties. 

Having a skilled hand help walk you through the business acquisition process helps ensure that the deal will successfully close in a timely manner.