🎙️ Business Law for Entrepreneurs with Brandon Woodward | Legal Tips for Contracts & M&A

Business law is critical for any entrepreneur who wants to grow, protect, or exit their company with confidence. In this episode, Brandon Woodward — managing partner of Woodward, Kelly, Fulton & Kaplan — breaks down how smart legal strategy helps entrepreneurs avoid common mistakes and make sound decisions.

If you've ever wondered whether your contracts are solid, how to prepare to sell your business, or how mergers and acquisitions really work behind the scenes, this is the podcast episode for you.

Brandon shares insights from years of helping Florida and national business owners navigate the legal complexities of operating and scaling a business. Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling up, or exiting your company, Brandon’s wisdom bridges the gap between what business owners know and what they should know.

We also dive into how AI is transforming legal practice, and why many Florida lawyers and legal professionals are still behind in adopting this game-changing technology. Brandon gives practical, real-world examples of how AI saves time, improves contract drafting, and supports smarter client service — without replacing the value of expert legal judgment.

If you're searching for expert answers on how to protect your business, ensure your deals are airtight, and make smarter legal decisions, this episode delivers. Brandon gives direct, actionable guidance tailored to your needs — not legal jargon, just real talk that helps you avoid pitfalls and plan for growth.

00:00 - Introduction to Brandon Woodward01:12 - What is Business Law and Why It Matters03:20 - Common Contract Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make05:45 - Why Mergers and Acquisitions Need a Legal Guide07:30 - Flat Fees vs. Hourly Billing in Legal Practice09:15 - Real Examples of Legal Pitfalls in Business11:00 - How AI is Changing the Legal Landscape13:05 - Balancing Business and Family as a Lawyer14:50 - When to Prepare Your Business for Sale16:30 - Brandon’s Advice to Entrepreneurs and Professionals17:45 - Where to Connect with Brandon Online

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