Practice Areas

The attorneys at Souza Roy are business representation attorneys. Souza Roy’s clients consist of small and emerging businesses, as well as prestigious local, regional, national, and international companies in virtually every industry.

The attorney practice in a variety of areas in which businesses and their principals typically require legal assistance such as:

Banking

Souza Roy represents banks, credit unions, mortgage brokers, and consumer finance companies in lending transactions, including property financing/refinancing, project financing, and acquisitions and mergers.

Business / Corporate

The attorneys at Souza Roy assist businesses of all types and sizes in a variety of ways. We understand that every business is different and carefully formulate our approach based on our clients needs.

Civil Litigation

The civil litigation attorneys at Souza Roy are zealous advocates for their clients, both plaintiffs and defendants, in a wide array of civil matters.

Commercial Leasing

A commercial lease is frequently a long-term contract with significant economic consequences. We have found that our commercial leasing practice area is one that is particularly helpful to a wide range of our clients, whether the clients are landlords or tenants.

Commercial Litigation

Souza Roy’s commercial litigation attorneys represent regional, national, and international clients in commercial disputes. We understand that the protection of the business and the maximization of the bottom line are top priorities for any business so, while we are always prepared to take any dispute to trial, we seek to resolve legal issues in the most cost-effective way possible to achieve the desired outcome.

Construction Law / Litigation

The attorneys at Souza Roy have been representing clients in the construction industry since the firm’s inception. We pride ourselves on being effective and efficient advisors and legal representatives for suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors and owners on general matters as well as project-specific representation.

Criminal Defense

Souza Roy is committed to representing businesses and businesses owners with a wide range of legal needs. This includes when a client is facing criminal accusations and charges. Our extensive knowledge of business law and criminal law allows us to protect your rights as well as your company’s reputation.

Employment Law

Souza Roy provides superior representation for both employers and employees. We understand that every company is unique. We strive to help employers minimize disruption to their workforce and ensure that employees are accorded all their rights under state and federal laws.

Estate Planning / Administration

Souza Roy represents a variety of clients – from individuals with significant wealth to young families just starting to build their nest eggs. We work closely with our clients to understand their values and goals and develop estate plans that are responsive to their needs, whatever their financial status.

Family Law

Souza Roy’s attorneys are here to represent you in the most sensitive issues you may face while protecting your personal interests and assets, as well as your business, during a divorce or separation.

Franchise Law

Souza Roy represents both franchisors and franchisees. On the franchisor and master franchisor side, we assist companies with…

Mergers & Acquisitions

The professionals at Souza Roy are experienced in guiding clients through every stage of a transaction. We help our clients structure the deal, negotiate terms, secure financing, conduct due diligence and document and successfully close the transaction.

Non-Profit

Souza Roy recognizes the importance of supporting the community it works with and beyond through charitable, non-profit work. We represent non-profit clients in matters including: Formation of nonprofit corporations and charitable trusts.

Real Estate / Title

The attorneys at Souza Roy provide legal and title services in all phases of real estate transactions, including drafting and negotiating purchase and sale contracts and lease agreements, preparing documentation for conveyance or refinance, and conducting closing.

Succession Planning

Succession Planning is crucial to the long term sustainability and growth of any organization. Souza Roy’s attorneys work closely with your organization’s managing partner and/or senior management team in establishing a clear and consistent plan for identifying long-range needs and cultivating a supply of talent to meet those needs.

Trademark / Intellectual Property

Souza Roy recognizes that intellectual property is a valuable asset and we are dedicated to assisting our clients in the successful acquisition and protection of those assets.