CHRISTIAN BUSINESS ATTORNEY


Christian-Attorney Orange County, Los Angeles County, California, Inland Empire

The Bible admonishes us to seek Godly counsel (Psalms 1:1).  Further, "...a man of understanding will attain wise counsel," (Proverbs 1:5).  And "...he who heeds counsel is wise"  (Proverbs 12:15).  Moreover, "...with the well-advised is wisdom."  (Proverbs 13:10).  "Plans are established by counsel..." (Proverbs 20:18).  
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Business Litigation and Disputes
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Mr. Tozer  may represent and/or assist you in negotiating disputes, and, if necessary, initiating or defending  lawsuits (e.g., breach of contract, fraud, etc.). 

Prayerfully consider utilizing a multi-attorney Christian war room brainstorming session for cases of significant value and/or  potential or actual high stakes litigation.

"Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in a multitude of counselors there is safety"  (Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 22:6).  Without counsel, plans go awry; but in a multitude of counselors they are established" (Proverbs 15:22).

Business Transactions

As a business lawyer, he provides legal representation and legal services with respect to transactional matters including organizing your business into a corporation or LLC (new, small  businesses only), drafting legally binding agreements, and reviewing legal documents.
Church Nonprofit Law

 Attorney at Law, Matthew Tozer, prepares Bible-based and California law compliant bylaws for your nonprofit church.  Your bylaws are, in most cases, your most important legal document. He advises or assists churches in obtaining official 501(c)(3) recognition.  A written political advocacy policy is recommended to help a church protect tax-exempt status.  He can provide preventative counsel to help reduce the risk of future litigation. When a church dispute or a lawsuit arises, you may require advice or representation as the corporation, pastor, clergy, minister, elder,deacon,member, church officer, director, employee or volunteer. 

Advisory

A Christian business lawyer may advise you of your legal rights and responsibilities.

"An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure."

Proper planning, legal advise, and Biblical wisdom can save you the time, significant expense, and the headache of a lawsuit.  Oftentimes, with proper legal advice and counseling or proper drafting of legal documents, lawsuits can be avoided altogether.   

For example, if you will be going into a business partnership with one or more other persons, a lawyer can help protect your interests.  With a Christian business lawyer, you, as a Christian business person, may be reminded to "not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers" (2 Corinthians 6:14).  Moreover, an attorney can draft a partnership agreement or review a proposed partnership agreement before you sign it.  A well-drafted partnership agreement will contain agreed-upon provisions that deal with potential future disagreements that might arise. Examples include salary disputes, loans to partners, death, long-term illness, sale of a partnership interest, distribution of profits, and other management decisions.

It is far simpler and more cost effective to identify and  prevent potential legal problems or liability risks before they happen than it is to solve them thereafter.  

"A prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, 
But the simple pass on and are punished."  
(Proverbs 22:3, 27:12).

However, if  problems arise, a business lawyer may become a practical necessity.  

Your business lawyer can advise you regarding your legal obligations, how to minimize the risk of employee or former employee lawsuits, the legal risks or how to minimize the risk of characterizing a worker as an independent contractor, and various other matters. 

If you will enter into contracts with customers, your attorney can draft them to protect your interests and minimize the risks to you.  Your lawyer can also help you with collections.  In the event of a dispute with a customer, having your lawyer involved early on may help you settle the matter quickly.

Your business attorney can advise and/or draft an asset purchase or stock sale agreement if and when you decide to sell or transfer your business.  Such agreement will cover many areas, as for example, new buyers responsibility for liabilities of seller.

Furthermore, if an issue or need arises that is not within your attorney's sphere of experience or expertise, your attorney can often help you select and retain a reputable attorney who will properly represent your interests.

In summary, a myriad of legal issues can and do arise in business. Having a Christian business lawyer on your team can who can address concerns, minimize legal problems, and represent you when disputes arise will help your business to run smoother and more successfully.

Contact Christian business attorney, Matthew B. Tozer, for a free telephone consultation..
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