As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to give your business some much-needed legal TLC. Think of it like winterizing your favorite outdoor gear, but for your business. Basecamp Legal can be your trusted guide through the legal wilderness. We will help you conquer business challenges with the same spirit you bring to your outdoor adventures!

December: Last-Minute Trademark Filing

Attention entrepreneurs and innovators! Mark your calendars: USPTO filing fees are about to climb on January 18th. If you’ve been thinking about protecting your brand’s identity, now is the time to act.Pro Tip: Basecamp Legal is ready to help you file your trademark, but the deadline to start working with us is January 7th. If you miss it, you’ll be facing higher fees in the new year. Acting now can save you money and protect your brand’s identity before the new year begins.

January: Your Business Legal Check-Up 

1. HR Handbook Makeover

Colorado business owners, listen up! Employment laws are constantly evolving, and your HR handbook needs to keep pace. Think of it like updating your ski equipment before hitting the slopes; you want to make sure everything is current, safe, and working perfectly.A lawyer’s review isn’t just recommended, it’s a key step in maintaining your business’s legal foundation. We can help you stay on top of the latest Colorado employment law updates and ensure your handbook is rock-solid.

2. Contract Check-Up

Just like you’d never hit the mountain with faulty gear, the same goes for your business contracts. January is the perfect time for a thorough legal tune-up:

• Are your contracts aligned with your current business model?
• Have you made any significant operational changes?
• Do your agreements reflect your business’s current reality?

Basecamp Legal is here to help you fine-tune these key documents.

3. Process Protection

Let’s talk about your internal processes:

• How do you handle employment issues?
• Are you legally prepared for every scenario? What if an employee moves to Thailand tomorrow and doesn’t tell you. Do you have a hybrid policy, a work from home policy, or AI guidelines for your employees? Make sure they are written down. 

Our team can help you develop robust processes that shield your business from potential legal issues.

4. Equity Compensation and Bonus Strategies

Figuring out how to best reward your team can be tricky when it comes to bonuses and equity compensation plans. Our attorneys can:

• Review your bonus structures
• Review or provide equity incentive plans for corporations.
• Provide strategic guidance and corporate governance assistance for developing those documents. 

5. Trademark Maintenance

Did you know trademarks need renewal after 5 years? If you’re approaching that milestone, we’ve can help you file a renewal with the USPTO. 

6. New Business Foundations

Starting a new venture? Now’s the time to:

• Create a solid operating agreement with your business partner
• Establish your LLC or business entity
• Set up a strong legal foundation while everything is smooth sailing

Why Basecamp Legal?

We get it. Legal stuff can feel overwhelming, complicated, and downright boring. But it doesn’t have to be! We’re a team that speaks your language, understands your challenges, and is committed to making legal support accessible, understandable, and dare we say… enjoyable.Ready to gear up for a successful year? Let’s chat! Our team is standing by to help guide you through the legal stuff with confidence and a smile.