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.

“Attorney Thania Clevenger, Florida employment lawyer and HR compliance counsel at BizLaw”

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

Franchising is complex. Our attorneys help franchisors and franchisees in Florida review FDDs, negotiate franchise agreements, and expand their brands with clear, compliant legal strategies.

Starting a new company or restructuring? We guide Florida businesses through entity formation, governance, shareholder agreements, and compliance—so your foundation is secure.

Our Florida commercial law practice covers contracts, transactions, and day-to-day business operations—helping companies manage risk and seize opportunities.

For Florida companies expanding abroad—or foreign franchisors entering the U.S.—we provide cross-border legal support that simplifies international compliance.

Strong contracts protect your business. We draft, review, and negotiate agreements for Florida companies, from leases to shareholder agreements to vendor contracts.

Helping Florida businesses with employee handbooks, HR policy development, contractor agreements, compliance audits, and workplace investigations — ensuring alignment with state and federal law.

Protect your brand nationwide. We handle USPTO trademark searches, applications, and renewals, along with e-commerce compliance, domain disputes, and digital contracts.

Offers outsourced general counsel services for Florida companies that need ongoing legal guidance without the cost of in-house counsel. From contracts and compliance to HR and governance, we provide steady support for growing businesses.

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.

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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

five star review

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

five star review

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

five star review

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

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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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111 Second Ave. N.E, Suite 900 Saint Petersburge, FL 33701

111 Second Avenue N.E., Suite 900 Saint Petersburg, FL 33701

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