Whether you are starting a new business, operating an existing business, having a business dispute or want to sell a business in Austin, you need an experienced business law attorney you can call for trusted advice and skilled legal counsel. An Austin business lawyer, D. Scott Heselmeyer, PC, has the business training and legal experience necessary to help you make the right decisions. His office serves businesses of all sizes ranging from international corporations to small businesses in central Texas. He trys to help his business clients make prudent, forward-looking decisions that avoid unnecessary lawsuits and costly claims.
When disputes do arise, he looks for cost-effective ways to help his clients resolve their issues without costly litigation. Unfortunately, many of his clients come to him after they have already been taken advantage of by larger entities or organizations. His has the skills and experience necessary to help you balance the scales to get your business back on track. He is prepared to help you through the use of negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation. He understands that operating a successful business of any size means holding down expenses and watching the bottom line.
Business Lawyer in Austin
Attorney D. Scott Heselmeyer is ready to help no matter what the size of your business or what your circumstances or concerns may be. You can call the office to arrange an initial no-obligation consultation to discuss your business needs and answer any questions you may have. Included in the areas of business law practiced at the firm are:
Uniform Commercial Code
The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) was created to protect the rights of consumers in commercial transactions and sales within the U.S. If your rights have been violated according the UCC then you may be entitled to take legal action. Read more about the Uniform Commercial Code.
Breach of Contract
When one or more parties do not uphold their end of the established agreement it could cause damages, arguments, and the like. Read more about breach of contract.
Business Disputes
Many business disputes can be negotiated outside of the courtroom. From vendor disputes to business torts and everything in between, Attorney D. Scott Heselmeyer has successfully handled many business disputes in negotiations. Read more about business disputes.
Business Formation
In the formation of your business you will need to keep many things in mind, including tax liabilities, partnerships, and limited liability. Read more about business formation.
Business Litigation
Some business disputes will need to be handled in court by a litigation attorney in order to be successfully resolved. Read more about business litigation.
Business Organization
As you structure your business, many options will be available to you, including incorporation, general partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability partnerships, and limited liability companies. Read more about business organization.
Business Start-Ups
In the start-up of a business you will need a legal professional by your side to help ensure that the process goes according to plan and no crucial aspects are overlooked. Read more about business start-ups.
Business Torts
There are a number of different types of business tort claims, all of which can be handled by an attorney at D. Scott Heselmeyer PC. The firm handles cases concerning breach of fiduciary duty, interference with contracts, fraud, deceptive trade practices, and negligent hiring. Read more about business torts.
Business Transactions
Business transactions can include shareholder agreements, executive compensation packages, mergers and acquisitions, purchase or sale of a business, employment agreements, operating agreements, and the formation of business entities. Read more about business transactions.
Business Litigation/ Fraud
In terms of business dealings, fraud is defined as any intentional deception that is carried out with the purpose of achieving personal gain while simultaneously causing injury to another person or party. Read more about business litigation/ fraud.
Buy/ Sell Agreements
In the event of death, divorce, disability, insolvency or strife of an owner, a buy-sell agreement will provide agreed-upon arrangements that can be put into effect when needed. Read more about buy/ sell agreements.
Contracts
The stipulations of a contract will play a substantial role in both current and future business dealings. Therefore, it is important that a contact’s statements are properly drafted and reviewed in a way that best represents the needs of your business. Read more about contracts.
Contract Interference
When interference is made to a contract with the intention to harm, the matter can be pursued legally. Intention is key in these matters, as it is what separates different types of business and contractual dealings from one another. Read more about contract interference.
Construction Litigation
Construction projects often require a lot of contractors and subcontractors, as well as suppliers and other vendors. This leaves a lot of room for matters of contest and dispute, in which case an attorney may be needed to help settle the issue at hand. Read more about construction litigation.
Deceptive Trade Practices
Deceptive trade secrets such as breach of warranty, unconsolidated acts, and false or misleading acts can all be addressed by a legal professional at the law office of Attorney D. Scott Heselmeyer. Read moreabout deceptive trade practices.
Franchises
Some companies opt to sell their products or services through one or more independently owned retail businesses. This method is referred to as a franchise and it can be quite complicated at times. Read more about franchises.
Partnership Disputes
The issues that most often arise in partnership disputes concern matters of embezzlement, conversion, usurpation, conspiracy, trade secrets, and disparagement. Read more about partnership disputes.
Insurance Disputes
Insurances companies have been known to intentionally draft a policy exclusion that allows them to avoid paying out on legitimate claims. Read more about insurance disputes.
Contingency Cases
Hourly rates for an attorney’s services do not work for everyone and every business. Therefore, Attorney Scott D. Heselmeyer offers contingency fees and hybrid hourly rates for those that may find it more difficult to meet the financial expectations of legal service. Read more about contingency cases.
Contingent Fee Payment
Contingency fees allow individuals to use a portion of the profits earned when a favorable case result is obtained. Read more about contingent fee payment.
Hybrid Fee Agreements
A hybrid agreement will allow you to pay your attorneys fees in two ways: partially from a portion of your legal costs (contingent upon winning your case) and partially at an hourly rate that is significantly reduced from standard costs. Read moreabout hybrid fee agreements.
Flat Fee Payment Option
Flat fee rates will be based on a fixed rate, the work included in that rate, possible additional fees, a payment schedule, and any unforeseen complications that will need to be handled. Read more about flat fee payment options.
Real Estate Litigation
Buyers and potential buyers of real estate should be represented by a legal professional in all of their proceedings. Read more about real estate litigation.
Commercial Property Litigation
Disagreements that arise involving the purchase and/ or sale of a contract, a partnership dispute, commercial leases, a claim involving breach of fiduciary duty, property tax assessment, property insurance, commercial leases, design and/ or construction defects, and environmental issues can be addressed in commercial property litigation. Read more about commercial property litigation.
General Counsel
From international businesses to locally owned businesses, the general counsel offered at D. Scott Heselmeyer PC is designed to fit the needs of everyone. Read more about general counsel.
Oil & Gas
Individuals who are solicited by a company interested in gaining rights to the oil and gas on their property should not take any action before consulting with a legal professional. Read more about oil and gas.
Royalty Disputes
When the division orders and/ or royalty provisions of a lease are in conflict, disputes can arise. Read more about royalty disputes.
Industrial Accidents
If you were injured in an industrial accident that was caused as a result of negligent cost-cutting behaviors then D. Scott Heselmeyer can help you take legal address of the matter. Read more about industrial accidents.
Mineral Rights
From negotiating the agreement of a lease to litigating a dispute between oil and gas product companies, your rights will be best represented with an experienced attorney on your side. Read more about mineral rights.
Surface Rights & Access
Ownership interests are classified as either a surface ownership or a mineral ownership. Sometimes, the interests of surface owners will conflict with those of mineral owners, in which case a legal professional will need to be involved in the matter. Read more about surface rights and access.
Environmental Damage
Environmental disputes such as damage to land or trees, leaching, oil and gas leaks, crop damage, hydrocarbon pollution, surface damage, and groundwater/ saltwater pollution can all be attended to by an attorney. Read more about environmental damage.
