Florida Business Lawyers

Q: Do I need a business lawyer?

For business transactions, you do not need a business lawyer, but it’s typically unwise to try to handle the matter on your own. Even a minor mistake can land you and your business in legal trouble later on, which can destroy your assets and your business. In addition, most sophisticated business owners focus their time on their business and not on aspects where a trained professional is better and more efficient.

Business Lawyers Serving Florida

We are a Florida business law firm focusing our practice on business transactions. Florida has a very large and growing economy. As of August 2026, approximately 2,009 new corporate entities are registered in Florida each business day.

In particular, we help Florida business law clients with:

Corporate structure
Limited liability companies (LLCs)
Operating agreements
S-corps
Shareholder agreements and by-laws
Drafting FDDs for franchisors
Reviewing franchise agreements for franchisees
Commercial lease drafting and negotiation
Business acquiestions
Due diligence
Asset sales
Stock sales
Letters of Intent (LOIs) for buying or selling a business
Trademarks
Licensing agreement
General outside counsel services

We provide legal services to business owners, entrepreneurs, startups, professionals, and companies throughout Florida. We assist clients in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Bradenton, Orlando, Lakeland, Brandon, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Land O’ Lakes, Westchase, Carrollwood, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Largo, Pinellas Park, Fort Myers, Naples, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Gainesville, and communities throughout Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Pasco County, Polk County, Manatee County, Sarasota County, Orange County, and beyond.

Motiva Business Law Offers

Operating Agreements
Shareholder Agreements & Bylaws
Choosing the Right Business Entity
Consulting on Start Up & Business Formation Matters
Business Contracts
Commercial lease agreements
Franchise and FDD formation
Trademarks
Contract drafting
Contract review
Business acquisitions
Business purchase agreement reviews

We Can Help You With

Startups & Business Formation: start off on the right foot. We will help you determine the business entity with the most tax benefits and advantages according to your business needs.
Business Law: We help our clients maintain the day-to-day legal aspects of their business deals.
LLCs: we help you to set up your business and assist you in any legal need regarding your Limited Liability Company.
Partnerships (LLP): does your business have multiple owners? Our business formation attorney will ensure the profit distribution is fair and help you avoid future conflicts.
Corporations: whether you are an S-corp or C-corp, we make sure you understand your responsibilities as a shareholder of a corporation.

Set Up Your Business Correctly

Do things well from the start. Ensure your business structure is aligned with your goals.

Save Money & Have Peace of Mind

The right legal advice will help you avoid spending on costly disputes. Start your business knowing that you’re protected from liabilities.

Long-Term Results

Our business law services help you get deals done so you can focus on profit and peace of mind.

Experience the Benefits of Working with Motiva Business Law

Fixed Fees: for most startup services, we offer flat fees so you can budget more easily.
Continual Communication: we will continue to keep you updated while working on the formation of your business.
Law Made Simple: we will explain everything to you in terms you can understand so you can make the best decisions possible.
Personalized Solutions: our services are strategically aligned with your personal and business goals.

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What Our Clients Say

I needed a good business lawyer and searched online. Motiva Business Law stood out with its good customer reviews and positive feedback. That's why I chose her, and I'm happy. I needed answers on how to start a small business, and I was surprised that she had answers even for my chaotic questions. I certainly recommend her.

Veneta I.

Danya was a big help in setting up my business. I had worked with other attorneys before that didn’t get it right. Motiva Law communicated better, responded quicker, and completed the complicated process with no issues.

Peter C.

It was a pleasure to have had attorney Shakfeh help us with the legal side of setting up a business. The requirements, timeline and expectations were clearly laid out from beginning to end- and the result was exactly as we discussed. Everything was presented and finalized in a timely manner.

Anahied D.

Business Law FAQs

Can you help me start a new business in Florida?

Yes, we help our clients file the correct type of entity, such as a corporation or LLC. We also advise clients on whether having multiple entities or having a holding or parent company is appropriate. We also create any operating agreements, shareholder agreements, by-laws, licensing agreements, review or draft any necessary contracts, and more.

Do I need a business lawyer?

For business transactions, you do not need a business lawyer, but it’s typically unwise to try to handle the matter on your own. Even a minor mistake can land you and your business in legal trouble later on, which can destroy your assets and your business. In addition, most sophisticated business owners focus their time on their business and not on aspects where a trained professional is better and more efficient.

What types of business transactions do you help with?

We help Florida businesses with legal representation in business acquisitions (eg, buying and selling businesses), commercial lease drafting and review, franchise agreements, creating FDDs for franchisors, trademarks, and more. Our goal is set the right foundation for your business to decrease the chances of problems or business disputes later on.

Do you charge hourly or flat fees?

We are a flat-fee law firm. We take the time to target your specific needs and goals, then create a specific flat fee scope. Unlike law firms that bill hourly, we do not clocking every phone call and email, so our clients feel relaxed when communicating with us and when we work on their file. You can learn more about flat fees here.