SMALL BUSINESS LEGAL COUNSEL
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Connect with an experienced small business attorney for formation, contracts,
employment, IP, leases, and disputes — with pricing explained up front.
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Suitable for new entities, growing businesses, contract review, and active disputes.
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Small Business Legal Plan
A Business Lawyer On Call For $49/Month — No Retainer, No Hourly Cost, No Surprise Bills
Small business owners need legal help regularly — contract review, collection letters, employment questions, lease review, vendor disputes, trademark guidance. But most can't justify $300–$1,000 per hour for a business attorney every time a question comes up. The small business legal plan removes that barrier: $49/month gives you a business lawyer on call without the retainer, the hourly clock, or the invoice at the end of every conversation.
Contracts, disputes, employment, IP, debt collection, IRS matters, incorporation, leases, and more — all covered under one monthly plan. Backed by a network of 800+ lawyers and law firms. 22+ years average attorney experience. A+ BBB rated. Trusted by 140,000+ businesses and 4.375 million individuals nationwide.
$49/month. No retainer. No hourly cost. Free to start — contact a legal representative today.
Small business legal plan available for businesses in all 50 states.
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Business Lawyer On Call — No Retainer. No Hourly Cost.
Contracts, Disputes, Employment, IP, Collection, Tax, And More
$49/Month. Trusted By 140,000+ Businesses.
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💼 What The Small Business Legal Plan Covers
Every Legal Need Your Business Runs Into — Under One Monthly Membership
The small business legal plan is designed to cover the full range of legal matters that small business owners face — not just one practice area. One monthly membership gives you access to attorneys across every business legal need, with no hourly billing and no retainer required for any of them.
📝 Contracts And Document Review
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Business contracts, vendor agreements, client contracts, partnership agreements, NDAs, purchase agreements, and lease documents reviewed by an attorney before you sign. Drafting and revision included. Most business owners sign contracts they shouldn't — the plan prevents that.
💰 Debt Collection Letters
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When a client won't pay, a demand letter on attorney letterhead changes the conversation. Business plan members request collection letters directly from their provider law firm — and the results speak for themselves. Included in the monthly plan, no extra charge.
👥 Employment And HR Legal Help
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Employee hiring, termination, compensation disputes, non-compete agreements, independent contractor classification, workplace policy review, and workers' compensation guidance. Employment law is one of the highest-risk areas for small businesses — the plan covers it at no extra cost.
💡 Intellectual Property
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Trademark and copyright guidance, IP protection strategy, cease-and-desist letters for infringement, and coordination with patent specialists. Protecting your business name, brand, and product IP is included in the plan.
🏗️ Business Formation And Incorporation
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LLC formation, corporation setup, operating agreements, bylaws, registered agent guidance, and joint venture structuring. Starting a new business entity or restructuring an existing one — covered under the plan.
💼 Disputes And Business Litigation
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Breach of contract disputes, shareholder and partnership conflicts, vendor problems, and business litigation support. Trial defense services and representation in business disputes are included in the plan's coverage.
🧾 IRS Audit And Tax Legal Help
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IRS audit representation, federal and state tax return review, tax consultation, and 50 hours of tax attorney time included for members. Tax issues are a significant small business risk — the plan provides specialized tax attorney access at no additional cost.
📋 Licenses, Permits, And Compliance
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Business licensing, permits, regulatory compliance guidance, city zoning matters, and business regulation questions. Compliance failures are expensive — plan members get attorney guidance before problems escalate.
🌐 Letters, Calls, And Attorney Representation
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Attorney letters and phone calls on your behalf — to vendors, creditors, customers, or opposing parties — included in the plan. When a letter on attorney letterhead is what the situation requires, plan members request it directly.
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The plan also covers international law, antitrust, immigration and customs matters, crowdfunding, securities guidance, and business insurance matters. One monthly membership. Every legal need your business runs into.
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💵 What Business Lawyers Actually Cost Without A Plan
Why Small Business Owners Avoid Legal Help — And What It Costs Them
Most small business owners avoid calling a lawyer because they assume the hourly rate makes every question expensive. That assumption is often correct — and it leaves businesses unprotected on the contracts, employment decisions, and vendor relationships where legal review would have prevented the problem.
Junior Business Attorney
$150–$250/hour
Entry-level business attorney at a mid-size firm. A 1-hour contract review and follow-up call can run $300–$500.
Mid-Level Business Attorney
$300–$500/hour
Experienced business attorney at a regional firm. A contract dispute or employment review can run $1,500–$3,000 before you see a resolution.
Large Firm Partner
$600–$1,000+/hour
Senior partner at a large firm. Retainers of $5,000–$20,000 before work begins. Most small businesses can't justify this for routine legal matters.
Small Business Legal Plan
$49/month
Unlimited consultations. No retainer. No hourly billing. Contract review, collection letters, employment guidance, IP — all included.
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One contract review at an hourly attorney pays for nearly a year of the small business legal plan. Most plan members recoup the monthly cost in the first week they use it.
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⏳ When Small Business Owners Actually Need A Lawyer
The Legal Moments That Define Whether A Business Survives Or Struggles
Most small business legal problems start as small issues that compound without legal guidance. A vendor contract signed without review. An employee misclassified as a contractor. A trademark not protected before a competitor files. A client who doesn't pay and ignores demand letters. The legal plan addresses all of these at the preventive stage — before they become expensive problems.
Starting Up
Entity Formation And Contracts
Choosing the right entity, drafting operating agreements, reviewing the first client and vendor contracts. Legal decisions made here affect the business for years.
First Employees
Employment And HR Legal Help
Offer letters, non-compete agreements, employee handbooks, and contractor vs. employee classification. Employment law is the highest-risk area for growing businesses.
First Dispute
Contracts And Collection
Client won't pay. Vendor didn't deliver. Partner disagreement. The first dispute tests whether the paperwork was done right. Plan members call their attorney immediately.
Ongoing Operations
IRS, Compliance, And Growth
IRS audits, regulatory compliance, lease negotiations, IP protection, and the legal questions that come with every new contract, new market, and new product.
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Every stage of business growth has legal moments. The plan covers all of them at $49/month — from the first operating agreement to the most recent vendor dispute.
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Features Of The Small Business Legal Plan
Everything A Small Business Needs From An Attorney — At $49/Month
Affordable Legal Protection
$49/month covers all legal needs of your business. No retainer. No hourly cost. No invoice per conversation. One flat monthly fee for complete small business legal access.
800+ Lawyer Network
Backed by a network of over 800 lawyers and law firms across all 50 states — available whenever you need them without worrying about hourly charges. Your provider law firm is in your state.
On Call 24/7/365
Business law emergencies don't happen on a 9-to-5 schedule. Plan members reach business attorneys any hour, any day — including weekends and holidays.
Unlimited Legal Consultation
Consult on any business law matter without watching the clock. Employment, contracts, IP, disputes, tax — unlimited consultations with your provider law firm included.
22+ Years Average Experience
Network attorneys average over 22 years of practice — experienced business lawyers at a fraction of what they'd charge at their standalone hourly rate.
50 Hours Tax Attorney Time
50 hours of dedicated tax attorney time per year — for IRS audits, federal and state tax return review, tax consultation, and tax dispute resolution.
A+ BBB Rated
A+ Better Business Bureau rated. Trusted by 140,000+ businesses and 4.375 million individuals across the US and Canada. High-quality legal services nationwide.
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The small business legal plan removes the cost barrier that keeps most business owners from getting legal help when they need it. $49/month. No retainer. No hourly cost.
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🏢 Who The Small Business Legal Plan Is For
Any Business That Needs Legal Help More Than Once A Year Benefits From The Plan
The small business legal plan makes economic sense for any business that would benefit from attorney access regularly — not just when a crisis hits. If you sign contracts, have employees, collect payments, own a business name worth protecting, or run operations that require compliance with any regulation, the plan pays for itself.
✅ The Plan Works Well For
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Startups and new businesses needing formation and first contracts
Small businesses with employees — employment law questions arise constantly
Service businesses that sign client contracts for every engagement
Businesses with accounts receivable — collection letters are included
Landlords and property investors with multiple properties and business outside their home state
Any business that has faced or might face an IRS audit — 50 hours of tax attorney time is included
📋 What The Plan Covers In Practice
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Startup, incorporation, and joint ventures
Contract drafting, review, and revision — unlimited
Collection and demand letters on attorney letterhead
Employment and HR legal guidance
Intellectual property, trademarks, and copyrights
IRS audit and tax legal assistance — 50 attorney hours
Business dispute representation and trial defense
License, permits, and compliance guidance
Preexisting legal matters — covered on consultation
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$49/month. No retainer. No hourly cost. Available in all 50 states. Contact a business legal representative to start today.
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⚙️ How To Get Started With The Small Business Legal Plan
Same Day Access. No Waiting For A Retainer Check To Clear.
Contact A Representative
Submit your details through the form. A business legal representative calls back within minutes.
Plan Activated
The $49/month small business legal plan is activated. Your provider law firm in your state is assigned.
First Call With Your Firm
Call your provider law firm on any business legal matter. No hourly clock. No retainer. Same day.
Ongoing Access
Use the plan for every contract, dispute, collection letter, tax question, and legal matter your business faces — month after month.
📞 What Happens After You Submit
Fast. Simple. No pressure.
A business legal representative reviews your submission and calls back within minutes
Plan details and coverage explained — including which provider law firm covers your state
Plan activated at $49/month — no retainer, no deposit
You can call your provider law firm the same day for any business legal matter
Any existing legal matter can be discussed immediately on consultation
$49/month. No retainer. No hourly cost.
❓ Small Business Legal Plan — Common Questions
What Business Owners Ask Before Joining
"Is there really no hourly cost?"
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Correct — the $49/month plan includes unlimited consultations, contract reviews, collection letters, and legal guidance without any hourly billing. The monthly fee is the total cost for plan services. Additional services outside the plan scope (such as court representation in litigation) may be quoted separately, typically at a significant discount from standard rates.
"What businesses qualify for the plan?"
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Sole proprietors, LLCs, partnerships, corporations, and any business entity qualify. Startups not yet incorporated also qualify. The plan is designed for small and mid-size businesses — one membership covers the business and its legal matters.
"Can I use the plan immediately after signing up?"
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Yes — members can call their provider law firm the same day the plan is activated. There's no waiting period for most plan services. Preexisting legal matters can be discussed in consultation immediately after activation.
"What's the difference between the business plan and the personal/family plan?"
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The personal/family plan covers individual and family legal matters (wills, personal contracts, traffic tickets, family law). The small business legal plan adds business-specific coverage — employment law, business dispute representation, IRS audit, IP, collection, and commercial contracts. Many members carry both.
"Does the plan cover businesses in multiple states?"
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Yes — the 800+ lawyer network spans all 50 states. Members who do business outside their home state access attorneys in those states through the network. One membership covers multi-state business operations.
"What about ongoing litigation or trial defense?"
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Trial defense services and business litigation representation are included in the plan's coverage. The plan is designed to cover the full range of business legal needs — including disputes that escalate to litigation. Complex litigation requirements are reviewed at the consultation stage.
"How does the collection letter service work?"
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Plan members contact their provider law firm and request a collection or demand letter for unpaid invoices or other collection matters. The attorney drafts and sends the letter on law firm letterhead. This service is included in the monthly plan — no extra charge per letter.
"Is the plan available in Canada?"
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Yes — the network includes high-quality legal services across the United States and Canada. Canadian businesses and US businesses operating in Canada both qualify for the small business legal plan.
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Any other questions answered through the contact form — a business legal representative explains the full plan before any commitment is made.
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What Business Owners Say About The Plan
Real Reviews From Real Small Business Members
"I have been an associate since 1997 and have used small business legal plans many times."
"I have been an associate since 1997 and have used small business legal plans many times. I am getting legal advice promptly, getting a new will every year at no charge. I am well pleased with collecting past due accounts for my business and many other issues."
— Ulmer, Georgia
"I highly recommend that every family and small business surround themselves with this wonderful protection."
"I highly recommend that every family and small business surround themselves with this wonderful protection. We have identity theft and small business legal protection because we get around-the-clock monitoring and complete restoration for all employees."
— Richard, Texas
"We own rental properties in different states and do much business outside our home state."
"We own rental properties in different states and do much business outside our home state. We've used the contract forms available on the website to download, complete them, had an attorney from our provider law firm (who specializes in that area of law), and used the contract seamlessly without worrying that we were not fully protected. In addition, we have attorneys in other states to ensure legal protection with our properties and the business we conduct outside our home state!"
— Melissa, Ohio
"The following Saturday, I received payment in full for the two open invoices."
"I am a small business owner and had a problem collecting from clients. I had written two collection letters with no response from the accounts payable department. Finally, when we reached 90 days in arrears, I called my law firm. The attorney wrote a letter to my client and mailed it on a Monday. The following Saturday, I received payment in full for the two open invoices. It isn't easy to express the relief I felt on that Saturday."
— Desn, Texas