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4th Annual SCOREcard Business Pitch Competition
March 07, 2019

A great kick-off event last night at host C & F Bank in Midlothian for the 4th annual SCOREcard Business Pitch Competition as we got to meet many of the contestants and hear their “elevator pitches” for the first time. Finals will…

#RVABizLaw Tip of the Day: Insurance for the Virginia Small Business Owner
March 04, 2019

Managing risk is a critical part of owning a small business. Entrepreneurs manage risk every day in a variety of ways. Insurance is a key component of any risk management strategy, and small business owners should seek assistance from experienced…

#RVABizLaw Tip of the Day: Recommended Book for Small Business Owners
February 14, 2019

Recommended book for small business owners—Built to Sell by John Warrilow. Understanding the process of preparing your small business for sale, how to maximize the marketability of your business, and then navigating a successful sale of your…

#RVABizLaw Tip of the Day: Dispute Resolution Clauses Can Save Money and Preserve Business Relationships
May 10, 2018

Even with the comfort that an important business transaction or relationship has been carefully memorialized through a written agreement, contract disputes can arise for a variety of reasons.  When they do, the parties need to quickly make…

#RVABizLaw Tip of the Day: Communicating with Employees When Selling Your Business
May 08, 2018

An often overlooked issue in small business acquisitions is when and how to let employees about the transaction.  Two things are clear—every situation is different and timing is important. Sharing this information too early could cause intense…

Perkins Law Celebrates National Small Business Week!
May 01, 2018

The Perkins Law Team salutes small business owners and entrepreneurs -- the driving force in our economy today. According to the Small Business Administration, there are nearly 30 million small businesses in the United States employing…

#RVABizLaw Tip of the Day: Using a Letter of Intent to Jumpstart a Small Business Acquisition Deal
April 27, 2018

Buying or selling a small business is a process.  Before investing the time and expense of drafting a full-blown acquisition agreement, parties will often prepare a preliminary document, typically referred to as a letter of intent (also referred…

2018 SCOREcard Business Pitch Competition Underway
April 06, 2018

Nearly two dozen RVA small business startups are competing for a $5,000 top prize and bragging rights in the local business community. C&F Bank hosted a reception on Wednesday night for the contestants, sponsors, judges, and SCORE mentors.…