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Creating Wills

Make Sure You Follow the Law There are strict formalities that must be adhered to in order for a court to validate a will.  In recent Louisiana cases, wills were held invalid.  A few requirements include: a) either hand written or typed and signed in front of a notary and 2 witnesses; b) signed and

By |2019-10-21T20:03:44+00:00September 12th, 2018|Estate Planning|

Estate Planning

Usufruct According to merriam-webster.com usufruct is “the legal right of using and enjoying the fruits or profits of something belonging to another.” Creditor does not have a right to collect from a naked owner. The Louisiana Civil Code lists the rights and obligations of a naked owner: A naked owner may dispose of the naked ownership,

By |2019-09-09T18:30:51+00:00September 12th, 2018|Business and Corporation Law|

Startups

Public & Private Financing In a typical capital raise, a company has two options: public or private financing.  Public financing mostly involves bank loans.  Private financing raises the needed capital through individuals, private equity companies, angel investors, or investment bankers. Terms you Should Know: Investment banker – The banker that raises money for a company

By |2019-10-15T16:07:51+00:00September 12th, 2018|Business and Corporation Law|

Starting a Business

Forbes.com lists five things you should know before starting a new business: Own your name. Make sure the company name you hoose is one with an available trademark and Internet domain name. Get in with the law. Understand what regulations, licenses and taxes you will need to follow, obtain and pay for your new business.

By |2019-09-09T18:30:51+00:00September 12th, 2018|Business and Corporation Law|

Business Litigation

  Lawsuits, frivolous lawsuits, representation—it’s only a matter of time before a disgruntled customer sues a business. Although you run your business with integrity, it's hard to keep track of all of your employees. Be vigilant. Prepare yourself. Seek legal help. Rather it be taking a customer to court for missed payments or an employee suing

By |2019-09-09T18:30:52+00:00September 12th, 2018|Business and Corporation Law|

Business Negotiations & Contracts

Master Service Agreement According to upcounsel.com, a master service agreement is, “when two parties agree to a contract that will settle most details and expectations for both parties. It'll state what each group has to do to honor their end of the bargain. It'll also show which services apply in the master service agreement. The

By |2019-09-09T18:30:52+00:00September 12th, 2018|Business and Corporation Law|

Mergers and Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are the purchasing or consolidation of companies. There are a lot of factors that go into M&A deals including asset valuation, representations and warranties, deal structure, employment contracts, non-competes, transferred contracts, etc.  The due diligence documents can/will get overwhelming.  The attorneys at Broussard Dove read contracts on an almost daily basis. 

By |2019-10-21T20:33:57+00:00September 12th, 2018|Business and Corporation Law|

SYE J. BROUSSARD

Sye J. Broussard is the founder and managing partner of Broussard & Dove, APLC.  He holds a Juris Doctor degree from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and a Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University.  Sye’s legal practice is focused primarily on business, commercial and real estate

By |2019-09-09T18:30:52+00:00June 1st, 2018|BIO|

Redeveloping Florida’s Remote Southern Coast

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By |2015-12-07T03:42:51+00:00December 7th, 2015|Architecture, Buildings, Construction, News|

How We Manage Large Construction Projects

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By |2015-12-07T03:42:08+00:00December 7th, 2015|Architecture, Construction, Engineering|
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