Expanding your business in Florida shouldn’t feel overwhelming.
BizLaw helps entrepreneurs, franchisors, and small business owners simplify legal growth — from forming your LLC to reviewing franchise agreements and handling disputes.
Since 1995, BizLaw has guided Florida companies through corporate law, contracts, commercial transactions, and now employment & HR compliance — while helping clients nationwide with federal trademark registration and brand protection.
Firm News:
Attorney Thania Clevenger Esq.
BizLaw is excited to welcome back Attorney Thania Clevenger Esq., who now leads our Employment & HR Compliance practice, expanding our services to support Florida businesses with workplace policies, HR audits, and employee matters.
The BizLaw Difference
Running a business comes with risks — unclear contracts, HR issues, disputes, or unprotected brands. BizLaw helps simplify the legal side so you can focus on growth.
Why Businesses Choose BizLaw
Trusted by Florida’s fastest-growing businesses.
Our team of experienced attorneys provides end-to-end legal support — from franchise law and business contracts to employment compliance and trademark protection.
We’re recognized among the best business attorneys in Florida for our proactive approach, transparent pricing, and results-driven strategies.
Over 30 years of combined business law experience
Florida-based attorneys serving clients statewide
Flat-fee and transparent billing for small businesses
Personalized guidance for every stage of your business journey
Our Practice Areas
Whether you are starting a new venture or want to make sure your existing one is protected, we have the knowledge and experience to assure your interests are secured https://k-9.zp.ua/.
Franchising is a complex and highly-regulated field involving multiple disciplines. Our experienced hands can safely and efficiently guide business owners through the maze.
Our commercial law practice focuses on providing a wide range of transactional services for many different types of businesses throughout Florida and beyond.
Our general counsel services provide businesses with trusted legal support across a broad spectrum of operational and strategic matters, offering proactive guidance and practical solutions to help organizations thrive in Florida and beyond.
Our employment and HR compliance practice is dedicated to guiding businesses of all sizes through the complex landscape of workplace regulations, ensuring compliance while supporting effective and lawful workforce management across Florida and beyond.
Looking to move across the border or around the globe, we have the knowledge and resources to help you plan your international growth strategies and guide you through the myriad legal challenges.
Whether you are seeking to protect your business in drafting employment contracts or are embarking on a new business venture and need your contract reviewed, we can assist you.
Providing you with the most cost-effective approach to securing your intellectual property protections. practical trademark, copyright, & patent evaluation & a comprehensive trademark search if necessary.
BizLaw helps Florida businesses with HR compliance and workplace policies, including employee handbooks, contractor agreements, and workplace investigations. We guide employers through risk management and ensure policies align with Florida and federal law.
How It Works
Schedule your free consultation
Get a clear legal strategy
Grow your business with confidence
FAQs
Your Business Legal Questions Answered
Do I need a business lawyer to form an LLC in Florida?
Many business owners can file LLC paperwork themselves, but having a lawyer ensures your company is structured properly, operating agreements are enforceable, and liability protections are clear.
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. Every business is different.
What does a franchise lawyer do?
A franchise lawyer helps you review Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), negotiate franchise agreements, and make sure you comply with state and federal regulations before signing.
Disclaimer: Hiring a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements.
How much does trademark registration cost?
USPTO filing fees are typically $250–$350 per class of goods or services. Attorney guidance helps reduce costly mistakes.
Disclaimer: Fees vary; results not guaranteed.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes. BizLaw offers initial consultations at no cost to help you understand your options.
Disclaimer: A consultation does not create an attorney-client relationship until a written agreement is signed.
Do you help clients outside Florida?
Yes. We assist clients nationwide with federal trademark registration and e-commerce legal matters.
Disclaimer: Services limited to federal law matters outside Florida.
What’s the difference between a state trademark and a federal trademark?
A state trademark protects your brand only within Florida, while a federal trademark registered with the USPTO protects it nationwide. Many businesses choose federal registration for broader coverage, especially if they sell online or across state lines.
Disclaimer: General information, not legal advice. Every business is different.
How do I choose a franchise lawyer in Florida?
Look for an attorney with experience reviewing Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), negotiating agreements, and advising both franchisors and franchisees. It also helps to choose a lawyer familiar with Florida’s franchise regulations and business law.
Disclaimer: Hiring a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements.
Hear From Business Owners Who Chose BizLaw
Absolutely the best! Lin helped me through the entire process of franchising my business. I’ve used several attorneys, and Mr. Brinkley stands tall above them all. You couldn’t do better — I’m so grateful for his guidance.
— Lori S., Franchise Client
Highly recommend! Franchising your business is more work than most people imagine, but with Lin’s help and expertise we got headed in the right direction. When he talks, people in the industry listen.
— Jason S., Business Owner
In my long career as an entrepreneur I’ve had to meet with countless legal professionals, but Lin Brinkley has been with me every step of the way. He made the decision to move forward with my business easy and clear.
— Troy B., Entrepreneur
BizLaw is a Florida-based business law firm serving entrepreneurs and companies since 1995. With offices in Tampa Bay and South Florida, our attorneys focus on franchise law, corporate services, employment & HR compliance, contracts, commercial law, and general counsel services — and provide federal trademark counsel nationwide
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