Business Services

Will Downs

Apr 5, 20223 min read

My Landlord can Charge me for WHAT?! Hidden Costs in Your Commercial Lease

This is a good news, bad news kind of story. The good news is that your landlord is committed to improving your shopping center. They...

Will Downs

Feb 21, 20222 min read

Operating Agreements and Why it's Important to Have One

We get lots of calls at Downs Law about Operating Agreements. Generally, it's a partner in a business where everything was going great -...

Will Downs

Feb 14, 20222 min read

Part II - Vendor Contracts - Buyer Beware: Are Written Contracts Necessary and Should I Have One?

A contract doesn’t have to be in writing to be enforceable. Many industries, such as construction, routinely rely on verbal agreements....

Will Downs

Feb 14, 20223 min read

Part I - Vendor Contracts - Buyer Beware: Who Can Make a Contract for Your Company?

Knowing how to avoid accidentally binding yourself to a contract while getting quotes is crucial to operating your business.