Commercial Attorneys

What is Commercial Law?

Commercial law is the body of law which governs the broad areas of business, commerce, and consumer transactions. It is typically considered a branch of civil law with private law and public law implications. Commercial law regulates corporate contracts, hiring practices, and the manufacture and sales of consumer goods. The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), a set of federal statutes, has been substantially adopted as statutory law in nearly every state. Various regulatory schemes control how commerce is conducted in a variety of settings including:

Should I hire a lawyer?

Yes, not only is a lawyer valuable when you are faced with litigation, but he/she can provide consultation on day-to-day matters such as planning and documenting the organizational structure, stock and asset sales, acquisitions and mergers, debtor and creditor matters like the collection of debts, cross border contracts and other contract issues, banking and finance, real estate, and landlord tenant matters. Use the form on this page to find a commercial law attorney that is right for you and your legal situation.