What’s Law Got to Do With It with Annette Stepanian

This week I sat down with attorney and business strategist,
Annette Stepanian.


Annette Stepanian is an attorney and business strategist who
equips other creative professionals and small business owners
with the legal and business knowledge needed to confidently start
and grow their businesses. After practicing litigation at a
national law firm in San Francisco for over five years, she took
a leap of faith and started her own creative business. That
experience lead her to what she does today. Combining her passion
for law and small business, Annette seeks to make the law
practical, approachable, and dare we say it even a little fun.
Learn more at www.annettestepanian.com.


HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:


The biggest misconception people have about the law and
lawyers, especially when it comes to running a business.

Whether it’s better to work with an attorney or go the DIY
online route and for what situations.

The first (and most important) step when entering into a
contract with another party.

The role an attorney can play in contract reviews.

The fine print matters. Why it’s important to read and
understand what you’re asking for or committing to in any
contract that you’re signing.

Contracts are negotiable. Don’t commit or shy away from
something without having a conversation.

The importance of establishing “the trifecta” from day one
for your business.

How to identify times you should be reaching out to an
attorney.

Things to be look for when identifying a lawyer to work with.

Traits and qualities to look for when identifying a lawyer to
work with.

Do you need to have a lawyer on retainer or are there other
fee structures?

Questions to ask when interviewing a lawyer to work with.

How often and why you should sit down and review your
contracts.



Links We MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:


Annette’s website

Mary Beth’s interview on Office Talk

Annette’s podcast: Office Talk