Ser & Associates Blog
Protect Yourself: Establish A Corporate Entity
There is a fine line between being the owner and being the “business”. The difference between them can be blurry. It is important for small business owners to decipher between the two.
Coral Gables Magazine Names Lillian A. Ser, Esq. A Top Attorney
Check out the profile, featured in a recent issue as one of the “Top Attorneys in Coral Gables.” Lillian told the mag, “My business owners…inspire and motivate me to do better in my own business.”
Ser & Associates Celebrates A Decade Of Business!
In the summer of 2009, like so many others, the Great Recession hit me hard. I was the victim of a lay off from a real estate development firm, where I was in-house counsel…
Litigation: The Endgame
I watched the newest Marvel installment of Avengers: Endgame with my 13-year-old son who insisted that I re-watch the Avengers: Infinity Wars, which immediately preceded Endgame. As it turns out, the Avengers success in Endgame was a product of a well thought out and perfectly executed plan…
Government Contracting is Big Business. Are You Cashing In?
The U.S. Federal Government is the largest consumer of goods and services, but only a staggering 5% of businesses are doing business with the U.S. Government. Government agencies at the local, state, and federal level purchase supplies that include furniture, office...
The Four Types of Contracts Every Small Business Owner Should Have
There are many responsibilities that new and established small business owners have to juggle, but often times, seeking legal advice doesn’t end up high on the priority list. Every small business owner, at any stage of business, should understand the importance of...
Franchising & Licensing Demystified: Ser & Associates Hosts Entrepreneurship Workshop For Small Businesses in Doral
On March 11, Ser & Associates continued their monthly Entrepreneurship Workshop series for small business owners, offering...
How To Grow Your Business Through Government Contracting and Minority Certification
Learn how to grow your business through government contracting and minority certification with Lillian A. Ser, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of Ser & Associates.
A Guide to 3 Basic Types of Commercial Leases
If you’ve decided to go into business for yourself and need a space from which to run your new enterprise, it’s important to understand what types of commercial leases you will be offered. These agreements are a long-term commitment and can cost you a significant...
3 Common Zoning Problems
Purchasing real estate for your business is an exciting process. It is also a way to increase the value of your business. However, before signing on the dotted line or as part of your due diligence, make sure that the property you are buying or leasing allows for the...
5 Tips for Negotiating Business Contracts
One of the key responsibilities of running a business is having the skills to handle complex business transactions and securing the best contracts and deals for your company. Below we discuss some of our best tips for negotiating favorable terms. 1. Be prepared We...
An Overview of the Due Diligence Period in a Commercial Real Estate Transaction
If you’re in the middle of a commercial real estate transaction, there are a lot of things you need to do. One of these things is called due diligence, and it is an essential and comprehensive stage of any commercial real estate transaction. It’s actually so important...