What We Do
An In-House Perspective on Corporate and Compliance Legal Issues
We understand the intricacies of today’s businesses. From start-ups to public companies, there are many challenges facing business owners and C-level executives. Our corporate attorneys understand these challenges, and help clients deal with legal issues and problems that impact their business. We provide solutions from cost-effective company formation to strategic legal and business advice throughout the company growth stages.
We know that financial advisors are subject to investigation and enforcement action for non-compliance with ethical standards of certifying organizations such as CFA Institute, CFP Board, AICPA and others.
We help firms avoid or minimize the impact of such investigations by helping ensure that your policies and procedures are in compliance with regulations and ethical standards. Should you become the subject of an investigation, our attorneys are expert at representing individuals and firms — with integrity, excellence and efficiency.
Corporate Transactions
Michael Shaw and The Shaw Law Group have been representing business clients for over 30 years, From start-ups to public companies, there are many challenges in starting, buying, selling and managing businesses from negotiating and drafting contracts, managing employees, understanding and complying with government rules and regulations, to resolving conflicts between owners. Our corporate attorneys understand these challenges, so we help clients deal with legal issues and problems that impact their business. We provide solutions from cost-effective company formation to strategic legal and business advice throughout the company growth stages.
Securities and Compliance
Attorneys in The Shaw Group Securities and Compliance Practice leverage the experience of having worked as in-house counsel for regulators such as FINRA, certification organizations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER BOARD OF STANDARDS (CFP Board), as well as several public financial services companies. Our clients include companies and individuals who work in the financial services industries, including broker-dealers, investment advisors, and insurance agencies. We advise clients on matters relating to regulatory compliance, merger and acquisition opportunities, and employment issues. We vigorously defend our clients who are the subject of a government investigation, or federal or state securities enforcement action.
Mergers & Acquisitions
The Shaw Law Group has an active Mergers & Acquisitions practice advising clients on both the buy and the sell side regarding equity and asset transactions. We help clients identify the deal structure best suited to their goals and identify key deal terms for inclusion in a letter of intent. We prepare non disclosure agreements to ensure protection of sensitive information. We structure due diligence requests on the buy side and assist with responses to due diligence requests on behalf of seller. Shaw Law Group attorneys work across disciplines to prepare, negotiate and finalize definitive purchase agreements as well as ancillary documents. We also work with clients and financial advisors to efficiently conclude the transaction.
Business & Commercial Litigation
Our corporate litigation team takes pride in how we support our business clients. Commercial litigation and arbitration can be complex, so our attorneys make sure we know all aspects – legal, business and personal – of each case. With a thorough understanding of the big picture, we negotiate, mediate and litigate to protect the rights and interests of our clients.
Intellectual Property
A company’s brand – its name, logo, tagline and domain name – are the embodiment of its reputation. It is how customers, clients, and users identify a product or service. A clear protected brand can ensure a company’s product lines remain distinguishable from the competition.
Employment Law
We work with clients and the courts to uphold employment standards and laws today. Businesses are challenged with creating a safe and rewarding environment for employees. They must also comply with employment laws and regulations. Our employment attorneys counsel employers on compliance issues and legislative requirements. We assist clients in the development of standards and policies that are constantly changing with regard to discrimination, harassment, wrongful discharge, medical and family leave, disability and substance abuse, and we frequently provide guidance on employment policies and handbooks. Our attorneys also work closely with human resource professionals on matters involving personnel records, compensation, hiring and firing, job performance issues, and internal investigations.
Employment Litigation
Businesses are challenged with creating a safe and rewarding environment for employees, as well as keeping up with a seemingly unending list of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations. Our employment attorneys counsel employers and human resources professionals to navigate the legal risks involved with maintaining a workforce, helping them create policies, procedures and best practices designed to promote a positive and effective work environment. The Shaw Law Group attorneys believe that the best way to solve legal problems in the workplace is to prevent them from happening in the first place. This is done by creating thoughtful, compliant employment policies and procedures that provide all employees, including management, with a clear understanding of the employer’s expectations and commitment to complying with legal requirements affecting the workplace.
Real Estate Law
We advise real estate developers, property managers, and leasing agents on drafting and negotiating commercial and residential lease agreements. We also represent licensed real estate professionals on regulatory matters before the Maryland Real Estate Commission.