Contract Preparation
& Negotiation
Michigan Lawyers for Contract Preparation & Negotiation
At Witt & Goldsworthy, we believe one of the best ways to prevent disputes and protect your business is through clear, well-drafted contracts. Whether you’re starting a new relationship, closing a major deal, or resolving an issue, having the right agreement in place matters.
Our attorneys know how to prepare, negotiate, and revise contracts of all types — ensuring your rights are protected and your risks are minimized.
Skilled Handling
Of a Wide Range of Contracts
We draft, negotiate, review, and revise all kinds of commercial agreements, tailored to your needs.
Construction Contracts
We prepare contracts for general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners that clearly allocate responsibilities, payment terms, schedules, warranties, and dispute resolution procedures — helping your project stay on track and on budget.
Real Estate Purchase, Lease, and Financing Agreements
We prepare contracts for general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners that clearly allocate responsibilities, payment terms, schedules, warranties, and dispute resolution procedures — helping your project stay on track and on budget.
Employment Contracts and Covenants Not to Compete
We create employment agreements that clearly define roles, compensation, confidentiality obligations, and non-compete restrictions. Well-crafted agreements can protect your workforce, your trade secrets, and your competitive edge.
Noncompete Agreements
We design enforceable noncompete agreements that protect your business without being overly restrictive — helping you retain key clients and employees while minimizing legal risk.
Confidentiality Agreements (NDAs)
Whether you’re sharing sensitive information with employees, vendors, or investors, a strong NDA ensures your trade secrets and proprietary information stay protected.
Independent Contractor Agreements
When working with freelancers, consultants, or contractors, a clear agreement helps protect your business from liability, define project expectations, and avoid worker classification issues.
Loan Agreements, Promissory Notes, and Security Instruments
We prepare and review lending documents that secure repayment obligations and protect lenders’ rights — including personal guarantees, liens, and security interests when needed.
Stock Purchase or Shareholder Agreements
Whether you’re buying into a company, issuing stock to investors, or managing shareholder relations, we draft agreements that govern rights, restrictions, buy-sell provisions, and voting arrangements.
Settlement Agreements
We negotiate and prepare settlement agreements to resolve disputes without prolonged litigation. Our focus is on achieving finality while protecting your financial and reputational interests.
Design Contracts
For architects, engineers, and other design professionals, we prepare contracts that define scope of work, payment milestones, intellectual property rights, and liability protections.
Purchase Orders
We review and draft purchase orders that clearly outline the terms of supply transactions — including price, delivery, warranties, and remedies for non-performance — helping you avoid costly vendor disputes.
Know Your Rights — and Your Risks
Poorly written contracts are a leading cause of expensive business disputes. A properly drafted contract clearly defines the rights and obligations of all parties involved. Our experienced business attorneys can help you anticipate risks, negotiate better terms, and avoid common pitfalls. By carefully documenting or reviewing terms, conditions and responsibilities today, you can avoid problems that jeopardize long-range business strategies and keep you from successfully meeting your business objectives.