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Contract Law Services

Contracts That Work For Your Business

At Southpark Business Law, we craft contracts that balance protection with practicality. We take the time to understand the unique operations and goals of your business and use that information to shape your contracts to your business objectives and risk tolerance. By building each contract around your objectives and risk tolerance, we provide contracts that work for you.

We don’t over-lawyer deals — every contract is evaluated through a business lens. The result is a well-balanced, business-ready contract that helps you manage risk effectively and achieve your strategic goals.

Common contract types include:

  • Service and vendor agreements
  • Distribution and supply contracts
  • Employment and consulting agreements
  • Non-disclosure agreements
  • Licensing contracts
  • Commercial leases 


Whether you need a one-page agreement or a complex commercial deal, our goal remains the same — to deliver contracts that are shaped around your objectives and risk tolerance, align with your strategic goals and help you keep your business moving forward.

Outside General Counsel Services

Your Legal Partner — As Much or As Little Legal Help as You Need


For many companies, hiring a full-time general counsel isn’t practical. That’s where we come in.

When Southpark Business Law serves as your outside general counsel, you receive the high-caliber legal support you would expect from an in-house attorney on a scalable, affordable basis. Our team draws on years of experience in both private practice and in-house corporate roles, bringing you practical, business-oriented support that aligns with your goals. We highlight issues that are worth negotiating firmly and those that can be resolved quickly, helping you save time and avoid unnecessary friction.


We also work closely with your key departments—including sales, operations, human resources and finance—to align contract terms with your priorities and processes. We explain complex legal provisions without jargon, empowering your team to make informed decisions with confidence. 


Our outside general counsel services are fully scalable. Whether you require support just a few hours a month or more regular, ongoing assistance, we adjust our involvement to match your needs. 


Below are a few examples of the types of Outside General Counsel services we provide:

1. Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation

  • Master service agreements, vendor/supplier contracts
  • Customer and client agreements
  • NDAs, confidentiality and non-compete agreements
  • Consulting and independent contractor agreements
  • Distribution, license, and reseller agreements
  • Lease review and negotiation 
  • IP licensing and assignment agreements
  • Software and SaaS contracts, terms of service, and privacy policies

2. Corporate Governance & Compliance

  • Board and shareholder meeting minutes and consents
  • Bylaws, operating agreements, and resolutions
  • Development of governance policies

3. Employment & HR Advisory

  • Offer letters and employment agreements
  • Termination vetting
  • Severance documents
  • Policy drafting
  • Employment dispute prevention and early-stage resolution

4. Business Transactions & Strategic Counsel

  • M&A due diligence and deal support
  • Joint ventures, partnerships, and strategic alliances
  • Financing transactions and investor relations

5. Dispute Prevention & Management

  • Early case assessment and litigation avoidance strategies
  • Oversight and coordination with litigation counsel
  • Review of demand letters and pre-litigation communications
  • Settlement negotiation and documentation

Legal Support for In-House Law Departments

Even established in-house legal teams face periods of increased demand. Southpark Business Law provides overflow legal services to help you manage your department’s workload efficiently — without the cost or commitment of hiring additional staff.

Our attorneys provide support for your existing team on a scalable basis, providing targeted legal assistance while maintaining your internal standards and confidentiality.

We can assist with:

• High-volume contract review and negotiation
• Compliance, policy, and regulatory projects
• Employment and HR-related matters
• Short-term coverage for leave or staffing gaps
• Special projects or legal initiatives requiring added bandwidth

We understand the pace and expectations of corporate law departments and deliver practical, timely support that keeps your team on schedule.

Due Diligence Support for M&A Transactions

Southpark Business Law provides due diligence support that helps buyers, sellers, lenders, private equity and investors make informed decisions and move deals forward with confidence. 

Our due diligence services include:

  • Contract review 
  • Corporate organizational documents 
  • Operating agreements
  • Employment agreements
  • IP licenses 
  • Vendor agreements
  • Claims review
  • Summarized findings and issue identification for deal teams

We deliver timely results to support your negotiation strategy and transaction goals.