Business Legal Clinic & One-on-One Consults

Name: Business Legal Clinic & One-on-One Consults
Start: 2025-12-10T12:30:00-06:00
End: 2025-12-10T15:00:00-06:00
Location: L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library

Schedule

Wed Dec 10 2025 at 12:30 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library | Eau Claire, WI

REGISTER FOR FREE: https://www.successfulbusiness.org/events
This free event includes lunch and 1-on-1 legal and business counseling. Registration is required! This event is organized in partnership with the UW-Madison Extension and Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce.
Location:
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
400 Eau Claire St
Eau Claire, WI 54701
SCHEDULE
12:30 - 1 pm - Light lunch and "Legal Essentials for Startups" presentation by UW-Extension
1-3 pm - One-on-One legal consults

DESCRIPTION
Navigating the legal landscape can be daunting for any new business. This one-hour talk will equip you with the knowledge and tools to confidently tackle legal hurdles and set your startup up for success. What you'll learn:
• Foundational Legal Issues: We'll cover the crucial legal considerations for startups, including choosing the right business structure (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp), understanding intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights), and navigating founder agreements.
• The Importance of a Lawyer: Discover when and why you need a lawyer, how to find the right one for your startup, and what to expect in terms of costs and communication.
• Prioritizing Legal Tasks: Learn to identify and prioritize key legal issues based on your startup's stage, industry, and specific needs. We'll provide a framework for creating a legal roadmap to ensure compliance and minimize risks.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Founders and entrepreneurs in the early stages of their startup journey
• Anyone looking to understand the legal basics of starting and running a business
Don't let legal uncertainty hold your startup back. Join us for this informative session and gain the legal insights you need to thrive!