Practice Areas: Technology Law
Gross & Romanick, P.C. represents numerous businesses involved in various technology industries, including software programming, website development, telecommunications, and information technology. Many of our clients are prime contractors, subcontractors and consultants to private companies and the government. We are experienced in helping technology businesses with their legal structuring, contracting, licensing, employment issues, management, litigation, acquisition and other business issues. We address particular concerns with a practical approach based upon the culture of your company.
Our firm utilizes current technology in order to improve efficiency and reduce costs. We were one of the first law firms with a website. The law firm has various on-line research tools, including Lexis/Nexis and court searches. In fact, our case management software was developed by our office and is used by law firms across the country.
We provide a broad range of services including:
Company Structure
It is important to choose the correct legal structure for your business. We can assist with choosing between a corporation (Sub-S or C), limited liability company or other entity. We have established a large number of companies, helping with this complex decision. In addition, we act as registered agent for a significant number of companies.
Business Acquisition
We have assisted clients in the purchase and sale of businesses through stock, membership and asset sales. Our firm understands the issues involved in these types of transactions, including software source codes, data, inventory, client lists, non-compete agreements, licensing and trademarks.
Product Licensing
Software, hardware, publications and other high tech products are generally licensed, not sold to users. Many such products are web-based. Our firm is able to assist clients with these agreements. In fact, Edward Gross personally developed and marketed a software program that used by many law firms across the country.
Contracts
Our lawyers have written hundreds of contracts. Contracts in the Technology realm include Non-disclosure Agreements, Web-site Development Agreements, Leases, Programming Agreements, Software Maintenance and Joint Development/Marketing Contracts.
Employment Law
Technology companies have some special considerations but also need a law firm with an in depth understanding of employment law. We have represented employers, employees, employment agencies and independent contractors through advice, contracts, investigations, Employee Benefits Handbooks and other services.