Business and Contracting

Businesses need lawyers who know business, not just the letter of the law—lawyers whose guidance empowers their clients to succeed. AWR serves businesses of all sizes. And, no matter the size, AWR establishes a deep connection with its clients that creates an instinctive understanding of their needs and goals. This enables the firm to help its clients explore what might lay before them so they can plan ahead for success and growth, and avoid disputes where possible. AWR provides creative transactional support and solutions to a variety of companies, from fast growth startups to established enterprises.  AWR attorneys have drafted, reviewed, or negotiated hundreds of transactions and contracts.

AWR believes legal counsel shouldn’t burden a company’s bottom line. Good legal advice is forward looking, strategic and focused on empowering organizations to succeed. All too often companies take the risk of flying legally blind. Emerging start-ups and growing firms of all sizes often require legal counsel but can't afford the expense of hiring in-house lawyers with the skills and business savvy critical to play a vital role in a firm’s senior management team. Larger companies resist calling outside counsel for fear of running up a steep bill just to say hello. AWR is committed to your bottom line and will add value in your pursuit of success and excellence.

AWR’s attorneys have:

• Negotiated numerous contracts, subcontracts, and other agreements including settlements of disputes through both direct negotiation and mediation.
• Served as transactional counsel regarding government contracting issues for health data analysis firm in a merger valued at $400 million.
• Represented a financial services firm in bankruptcy proceedings and renegotiation of distressed loans involving hospitals, nursing care facilities and other health care providers.
• Written standard form commercial contacts and subcontracts for the sale of goods and services.
• Represented owners and contractors in the negotiation of complex construction projects.
• Assisted businesses in the reworking of contracts in the face of changing conditions or early-stage disputes.
• Advised companies regarding legal compliance, employment policies, codes of ethics, nondisclosure agreements, commercial contracts, subcontracts, and teaming agreements.
• Conducted internal audits and investigations regarding alleged noncompliance.
• Counseled clients regarding risk management and insurance coverage.