Business & Community

Oct 31

Practicing Safe DIY

Our mission at Trellis is to provide access to small business legal assistance at various levels of support, including free. That’s why...

Sep 30

Federal Company Owner Reporting Rule Beginning in 2024

New federal reporting requirements for many non-public (including small) businesses will go into effect on January 1, 2024, requiring...

Jul 31

Back to School with the Trellis Resource Library!

Something about that back-to-school time makes us want to get organized. Wait, is it almost that time already? Maybe we buy a new pack of...

Jun 30

Client vs. Independent Contractor vs. Subcontractor Contract– Which One Do I Need?

At Trellis, we absolutely love contracts. What’s not to love? They protect your work (and assets/money), help relationships run better,...

May 31

A Business By Any Other Name

Did you know that Nike was originally called Blue Ribbon Sports? Or that Google was originally named Backrub? Seriously – Backrub it,...

May 1

May the [Work]Force be with You: Key Terms and Benefits of an Employee Handbook

Employee handbooks aren’t just some Jedi-in-the-sky idea from a galaxy far far away. Employee handbooks are an important part of having a...

Mar 31

Considerations Before Buying or Selling a Biz

Businesses are bought and sold every day for so many reasons. From a retiring owner selling to a long-time employee or a passionate pro...

Feb 1

How Can a Transactional Business Lawyer Help My Company?

A Few Things You Might Not Know We Can Do Fortunately, most of a small business’ daily operations don’t involve calling your lawyer. It...

Dec 31

5 New Year’s Resolutions To Make for Your Small Business in 2023

We’ve had some good new year’s resolutions over the years (some more successful than others). So we know that making resolutions can be...

Oct 31, 2022

5 Clauses You’ll Be Thankful To Have in Your Contract

When you’re agreeing to buy goods or perform services, it is important to have a solid written contract that accounts for everyone’s...

Sep 30, 2022

There’s Nothing Scary About Working With a Good Lawyer

Maybe you’re haunted by a legal question, or just want the assurance that you’re appropriately protecting your business. Maybe you’re...

Jul 31, 2022

Introducing: Branching Out, New Dynamic, Community Events Hosted by Trellis Legal

Branching Out Events We say it all the time. There isn’t anything quite as energetic, imaginative, or unique as the Pittsburgh business...

Apr 30, 2022

The Biggest Bang for Your Buck – Making the Most of Your Lawyer Experience

We all know the cliche – the suited-up, mean-muggin’ lawyer who uses complicated language, costs more than you can afford, and can be...

Feb 28, 2022

Wedding Bells & Legal Dwells

Going to the Chapel and We’re Gonna Get … Legal Protection! It can take quite a team to pull off a wedding. Venues, flowers, music,...

Dec 31, 2021

Achieving New Year’s Resolutions for Your Business

Create realistic New Year's resolutions for your business, follow through, and achieve them! Here are the tools to make it happen.

Nov 30, 2021

This Little Vendor Went to Market; Special Considerations For Your Holiday (or Anytime!) Booth

Before setting up your holiday market booth, make sure you are legally legit with an entity, permits, employees, and IP considerations.

Jul 31, 2021

What’s In a DBA?

A DBA is a fictitious business name that is sometimes used by sole proprietors, partnerships, LLCs, and corporations for branding purposes.

May 31, 2021

5 Essential Employee Policies for Small Businesses

Establishing employee policies provides company structure, creates guidelines & expectations, and protects your company & its employees.

May 2, 2021

Business Considerations for a Reopening World

Updated May 17, 2021 As vaccination rates continue to increase in the United States, many businesses are trying to navigate what that...

Mar 11, 2021

2021 Stimulus Bill Signed into Law

The latest stimulus bill has been signed into law. Read how it impacts unemployment, stimulus payments, small business, agriculture, & more.

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