Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Business Law Partner in Fremont, CA
Since 1994, our firm has provided proactive legal solutions for California businesses. With over 20 years of exclusive focus on business and commercial law, we combine legal expertise with practical business experience to protect our clients' interests. Our founder, Lynnette Ariathurai, leverages her background in both law and business administration to deliver strategic counsel on employment matters, contract disputes, and business transactions.We prioritize preventative legal strategies while maintaining a strong litigation capability when necessary. Our services extend statewide with a focus on the San Francisco Bay Area, offering flat-fee consultations and customized legal plans that align with clients' budgetary needs. Through creative problem-solving and comprehensive education on legal risks, we help businesses navigate complex regulations and avoid future liabilities.
Services
Employment Law
Business Formation
Contract Disputes
Trade Secrets Protection
Business Transactions
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Employment Agreements
Professional Licensure
Corporate Restructuring
Preventative Legal Training
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years combined legal and business experience with a focus on California business law
- Our preventative legal strategies help avoid 80% of common business disputes
- Flat-fee consultations ensure transparent pricing from the first meeting
- Statewide representation with local expertise in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Customized legal education empowers clients to prevent future legal issues
Services
Employment Law
Comprehensive employment law services for California employers, including policy development, compliance training, and dispute resolution. We draft employee handbooks, manage contractor classifications, and defend against wage claims. Our preventative approach helps businesses avoid litigation through proper documentation and legal education.
Business Formation
Strategic business formation guidance for startups and established companies. We assist with corporation and LLC creation, mergers, and structural changes. Our services include preparing formation documents, advising on tax implications, and ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements for various industries.
Contract Disputes
Effective resolution of business contract disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. We review existing agreements, identify breach issues, and develop enforcement strategies. Our proactive approach includes contract drafting services that minimize future conflict potential while protecting clients' interests.
Trade Secrets Protection
Specialized protection strategies for intellectual property and trade secrets. We implement confidentiality agreements, develop security protocols, and pursue legal action against misappropriation. Our services include both preventative measures and enforcement actions when proprietary information is compromised.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Cost-effective mediation and arbitration services for business conflicts. We facilitate negotiated settlements while preparing for potential litigation. Our approach prioritizes maintaining business relationships while achieving favorable outcomes through structured negotiation processes and formal arbitration proceedings.
People
Lynnette Ariathurai
Founding Attorney
With 20+ years of business law experience, Lynnette Ariathurai specializes in employment law and commercial transactions. Former startup executive turned attorney, she provides practical legal solutions grounded in real-world business knowledge while teaching continuing legal education courses on corporate formation.
Questions
What business law services do you specialize in?
We focus on employment law, business formation, contract disputes, trade secrets protection, and alternative dispute resolution for California businesses.
Do you handle out-of-state business matters?
While based in California, we provide legal consultation to businesses nationwide through virtual meetings and document review services.
What preventative legal services do you offer?
We provide compliance training, contract reviews, employee handbook development, and business structure analysis to help prevent future legal issues.
How do you handle business contract disputes?
We first attempt mediation or arbitration, but will litigate when necessary. Our approach balances cost-efficiency with strong legal protection for clients.
What are your consultation fees?
Initial consultations are offered at a flat fee of $150–$300, depending on case complexity, with no hidden charges.
