California Business Law

California is the most populated U.S. state and produces 13 percent of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). While the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) regulates many commercial transactions from the perspective of interstate commerce, California also has countless statutes under the California Commercial Code. Running a business in California involves many legal complexities that require a thorough understanding of business law in California. The Law Offices of James G. Schwartz, P.C. provides significant legal help to businesses through more than three decades of experience focusing on commercial and business law in California.

Rely on the expertise of California business law attorneys

California law covers a wide scope of business transactions and litigation. Our firm provides legal counsel to small business owners, retail businesses, mortgage companies, and financial institutions, to name a few. Through our extensive knowledge of California business laws, we advise and represent clients in transactions and legal disputes, such as:

• Business contracts
• Commercial leases
• Employment law issues
• Collections actions
• Enforcement of collections judgments
• Buyer-seller disputes
• Start up financing
• Real estate financing
• Real estate transactions and disputes
• Construction defects
• Landlord/tenant disputes
• Complex commercial litigation
• Trusts and estates

Staying up to date with changing California business laws

Every year new California business laws go into effect and create an impact on California small businesses and corporations. Our attorneys at the Law Offices of James G. Schwartz stay abreast of such changes and advise clients so they can plan appropriately and comply with commercial regulations. Some recent California business law changes address matters such as:

• New Form I-9
• E-verify for federal contractors
• State employee withholding tax increases
• Alternative workweek schedules

Put experience on your side

Businesses that exercise due diligence by taking advantage of attorneys with decades of legal experience can often avoid disputes. They can also acquire foresight about incorporating proactive strategies into their business plans.

When business conflicts arise, the Law Offices of James G. Schwartz provide strong advocacy to protect our client's interests. We stand by our reputation and tirelessly pursue avenues for resolution through negotiated settlement, mediation, or arbitration as appropriate. We also effectively and vigorously litigate on behalf of our clients to seek favorable outcomes through trial.

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