Staten Island Business Contract Lawyer

Business Contract Attorney Serving Staten Island, NY

Staten Island businesses frequently enter contracts with vendors, clients, service providers, and partners without the benefit of legal review. For small and mid-size businesses on the North Shore, along Hylan Boulevard, or in the commercial areas around New Dorp and Tottenville, an unfavorable contract can create liability exposure that far exceeds the value of the deal itself. A business contract lawyer reviews these agreements to identify risks and negotiate better terms on your behalf.

Our firm handles contract drafting, review, and negotiation for Staten Island businesses across all industries. We prepare vendor and supplier agreements, service contracts, independent contractor agreements, partnership and operating agreements, non-disclosure agreements, non-compete and non-solicitation covenants, licensing arrangements, and distribution contracts. We also review contracts presented to you by larger companies, landlords, and franchise operators.

Our Financial District office is accessible from Staten Island via the Staten Island Ferry and the SIR to our Financial District office. We serve businesses throughout Richmond County. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your contract needs.

Contract Services for Staten Island Businesses

Vendor and Supplier Agreements

Staten Island businesses in the home improvement, healthcare, and local service sectors that purchase goods or services from vendors need contracts that clearly define payment terms, delivery schedules, quality standards, and remedies for non-performance. Whether you are purchasing materials for a home improvement business on the North Shore, sourcing supplies for a restaurant in New Dorp, or engaging technology services for a professional firm in Tottenville, a well-drafted vendor agreement protects your business from supply chain disruptions and billing disputes. Our attorneys draft and review vendor contracts to ensure the terms are balanced and enforceable under New York law.

Service Agreements and Client Contracts

Businesses that provide services to clients need agreements that define the scope of work, compensation, timelines, intellectual property ownership, confidentiality, liability limitations, and termination procedures. Service agreements are critical for consultants, marketing agencies, technology firms, design studios, and professional service providers throughout Staten Island. Our firm drafts service agreements that protect your interests while maintaining the flexibility needed to serve your clients effectively.

Independent Contractor Agreements

Many Staten Island businesses, particularly in the construction, home services, and healthcare sectors, work with independent contractors for specialized projects, seasonal work, or to supplement their workforce. New York has strict rules about worker classification, and misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor can result in penalties from the Department of Labor, the IRS, and state tax authorities. Our attorneys draft independent contractor agreements that reflect the actual working relationship and include appropriate provisions for scope of work, payment, intellectual property, confidentiality, and termination.

Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Agreements

Protecting confidential business information is essential for Staten Island companies that share proprietary data with employees, contractors, partners, or potential investors. Non-disclosure agreements define what information is confidential and the consequences of unauthorized disclosure. Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements restrict former employees or partners from competing with your business or soliciting your clients. Our firm drafts these agreements in compliance with New York law, which imposes specific requirements on the enforceability of restrictive covenants.

Partnership and Joint Venture Agreements

Staten Island businesses that enter into partnerships or joint ventures need clear agreements governing each party's contributions, responsibilities, profit sharing, decision-making authority, and exit procedures. Whether you are forming a partnership with a colleague, entering a joint venture on a specific project, or restructuring an existing business relationship, a well-drafted agreement reduces the risk of disputes and provides a framework for resolving disagreements when they arise.

Contract Review and Negotiation

If another party has presented you with a contract to sign, having a lawyer review it before you execute can save your business from unfavorable terms. We review contracts for Staten Island businesses and identify provisions that create risk, including one-sided indemnification clauses, automatic renewal terms, excessive personal guaranty requirements, and ambiguous performance standards. Where appropriate, we negotiate revisions on your behalf to achieve more balanced terms.

What Staten Island Business Owners Should Know About Contracts

Staten Island's business community is heavily oriented toward construction, home improvement, healthcare, and local retail and service businesses. Many of these businesses operate on handshake agreements or use generic contract templates downloaded from the internet. While these approaches may work when things go well, they provide little protection when a vendor fails to deliver, a customer refuses to pay, or a partnership dissolves. Having an attorney draft or review your contracts provides enforceable protections that generic templates cannot offer.

Staten Island businesses that contract with New York City agencies or participate in government procurement face additional requirements. City contracts often include prevailing wage provisions, insurance requirements, minority and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) participation goals, and specific compliance obligations. Understanding these requirements before bidding on or accepting a government contract can prevent costly compliance issues during performance.

For Staten Island businesses that also operate in New Jersey, our dual licensing in both states allows us to draft and review contracts that address the legal requirements of both jurisdictions. Cross-state commercial relationships, particularly in construction, logistics, and wholesale distribution, require agreements that specify which state's law governs and where disputes will be resolved.

Why Staten Island Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides practical, efficient contract services to Staten Island businesses and entrepreneurs. We draft agreements that protect your interests without overcomplicating the business relationship.

• Contract drafting, review, and negotiation for businesses of all sizes and industries
• Vendor agreements, service contracts, NDAs, and independent contractor agreements
• Partnership, joint venture, and operating agreement structuring
• Accessible from Staten Island via Staten Island Ferry and the SIR to our Financial District office
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey for businesses with cross-state operations

How Our Contract Process Works

• Step 1: Consultation. We discuss your business, the relationships you need to formalize, and the specific contract issues you face. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Drafting or Review. We draft new contracts from scratch or review agreements presented to you by the other party. We identify risks and recommend changes.
• Step 3: Negotiation. Where needed, we negotiate contract terms with the other party or their counsel to achieve fair and balanced provisions.
• Step 4: Execution and Ongoing Support. We finalize the agreement for execution and remain available for future contract needs, amendments, or disputes that arise during the term of the agreement.