Gainesville Contract Lawyers Crafting Effective Business Contracts And Overcoming Breaches Of Contract
To ensure that you and your business receive the benefits of the deal you enter into, it is advisable to have an experienced contract lawyer review or draft the terms of your agreement. Protect your rights and business interests by working closely with the Gainesville contract lawyers at Hunt & Taylor Law Group, LLC.
As a private individual, an agent for someone’s power of attorney, or a fiduciary representing a business, you will likely encounter situations where you need to enter into contracts with other people or legal entities for a great many purposes. Our Georgia business law attorneys can advise and represent you in all aspects contract drafting, negotiations and disputes.
For a free consultation, please call us at 770-999-0272 or send us an email inquiry. Our Gainesville contract lawyers have decades of experience. We advise and represent individuals and businesses throughout North Georgia.
Examples Of Our Clients’ Business Contracts
Contracts that are essential to your business may include:
- Purchase and sale agreements
- Employment contracts
- Partnership agreements
- Service contracts
- Commercial leases
The parties to a business contract may be people within the business or someone within a business making an agreement with others outside the business, such as customers, suppliers, other businesses or commercial landlords.
The contract law attorneys at Hunt & Taylor Law Group, LLC, have facilitated contract agreements for hundreds of businesses and business owners in the region. Our law firm’s founding partners both have more than 35 years of experience practicing business law and litigation in North Georgia. Our team offers comprehensive, effective guidance in all types of business contracts.
Our Georgia Contract Law Attorneys Can Help You Resolve A Breach Of Contract
When the other party to a business contract breaches the contract, it may put your business operations and/or cash flow at risk. The other company or individual may send something different than what you ordered. They may not have done what they agreed to do in the contract. They may deny that a contract existed at all. Whatever the case may be, if the other person or organization failed to fulfill a contract that you agreed to, you can take legal action. Our Georgia contract lawyers are ready to lead the way and take action to protect your business interests.
Georgia Contract Dispute FAQ
If you’re facing a contract dispute in North Georgia, the following QA may be helpful.
What are the common causes of business contract disputes in Georgia?
Misunderstanding the Contract Terms: Disputes often occur when parties have different interpretations of what the contract requires of them. Ambiguities or unclear language can lead to differing expectations.
Breach of Contract: This happens when one party fails to fulfill their part of the agreement according to the terms of the contract. This could be due to non-payment, late delivery, substandard performance or failure to deliver goods or services.
Contract Validity: Disputes may also arise over whether a contract is valid, enforceable, or void. Issues like fraud, misrepresentation or lack of capacity to contract can render a contract invalid.
How are business contract disputes resolved in Georgia?
Negotiation and Mediation: Before moving to more formal proceedings, parties often try to resolve disputes through direct negotiation or mediation. Mediation involves a neutral third party who helps facilitate a resolution.
Arbitration: Some contracts include an arbitration clause requiring disputes to be resolved through arbitration rather than court. Arbitration is less formal than court and can be faster, but it is binding.
Litigation: If other methods fail, parties may resort to litigation. This involves taking the dispute to court where a judge (and possibly a jury) will make a decision. Litigation can be time-consuming and costly, so it’s often considered a last resort.
What should I consider before pursuing a business contract dispute in Georgia?
Cost vs. Benefit: Consider the cost of pursuing the dispute (legal fees, time, resources) versus the potential benefit (recovering a loss, enforcing a right). Sometimes the cost of litigation may exceed the benefits.
Statute of Limitations: Be aware of the time limits for filing a claim. In Georgia, the statute of limitations for contract disputes is generally four years for written contracts and two years for oral contracts, starting from the date the breach occurred.
Evidence and Documentation: Ensure that you have all necessary documentation and evidence to support your claim. This includes the contract itself, communications between parties, proof of damages, and any other relevant documents.
Business Litigation Vs. Resolution Outside of Court
What if legal fees to litigate would be higher than whatever you stand to gain by filing a lawsuit? We pride ourselves on being honest and straightforward with our clients about cost and which course of action, in our attorney’s professional opinion, is the best for each client. Negotiations with the right amount of pressure can resolve the issue with no need to go to court. Our contract law attorneys have resolved many problems for clients by written demand letters or discussions with the other party or the other party’s counsel.
We have also resolved many cases through mediation and arbitration. Some cases may be appropriate for a trial when stakes are high and the other party will not budge. Our trial attorneys are ready to represent your business skillfully and resolutely.
Discuss Legal Agreements And Disputes With Our Gainesville Contract Lawyers
Let’s devise a winning strategy together and resolve your contract dispute.
Arrange a free consultation by calling 770-999-0272 or send an email inquiry. Our attorneys are ready to evaluate your case and make customized recommendations.