Bay Area Corporate Counsel is a premier business law firm serving as outside general counsel to companies throughout the Tampa Bay area and beyond. Specializing in corporate legal representation and contract drafting, the firm stands out for its tech-forward approach, leveraging electronic signatures, video conferencing, and online document systems to deliver responsive, cost-effective service to modern businesses.
The firm focuses on helping business owners navigate complex legal landscapes, offering strategic guidance to mitigate risks related to taxation, employment, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. With a client base that spans from local Tampa-St. Petersburg businesses to national entities, Bay Area Corporate Counsel prioritizes clarity, efficiency, and tailored solutions—whether assisting startups with entity selection or guiding established companies through mergers and acquisitions.
Services Offered
- Business entity formation (LLC, corporations, S-corps, C-corps)
- Non-profit formation and 501(c)(3) compliance
- Buying and selling businesses
- Contract drafting (employment, consulting, service, and independent contractor agreements)
- Business partner agreements (operating, shareholder, partnership agreements)
- Securities and capital raising guidance
- Risk mitigation and compliance strategies
- Employee handbook drafting
- Non-competition and non-solicitation agreements
- Legal counsel for mergers, acquisitions, and due diligence
Serving clients throughout Florida—including Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus Counties—as well as nationwide, the firm supports a diverse range of industries with a focus on clarity, responsiveness, and practical legal solutions.
