Walnut Creek Business Attorney Thomas S. Carter provides trusted legal counsel for East Bay area companies and entrepreneurs seeking protection and growth. Based in the heart of Walnut Creek, our business law firm focuses on helping local enterprises, startups, institutions, and established organizations navigate complex commercial challenges while building sustainable success. Dedicated exclusively to business law matters, we offer strategic guidance that safeguards your company's interests. Attorney Carter's business law practice encompasses essential services that San Ramon Valley and East Bay area companies need at all stages of the business cycle. The Law Offices of Thomas S. Carter serves businesses with comprehensive legal solutions, including business formation strategy (startups), contract negotiation, corporate transactions, business torts, business disputes and employer defense. We provide ongoing General Counsel services, helping companies understand and comply with local Walnut Creek and Contra Costa County ordinances, California state regulations, and federal business laws. Our General Counsel services provide flexible legal support tailored to your business needs on a part-time or project basis, offering skilled advice on-demand without the financial commitment of a full-time salary. Connect with experienced Walnut Creek Business Lawyer Thomas S. Carter by calling (925) 262-9220 for your complimentary legal consultation. We prioritize clear communication and practical solutions, ensuring you understand every aspect of your legal situation. We partner with businesses throughout California to help them achieve strategic objectives through sound legal guidance.

EMPLOYER DEFENSE We implement proactive measures to defend enterprises against employee litigation and workplace conflicts. Our firm addresses employment law matters and protects employers from liability exposure. Defending employers in state and federal courts, Employment Defense Lawyer Thomas S. Carter provides aggressive representation for employer rights, including: • Wrongful Termination • Workplace Harassment • Wage and Hour Disputes • Retaliation Claims • Workplace Discrimination

GENERAL COUNSEL An outsourced general counsel serves as your company’s legal advisor on a part-time or project basis, providing the guidance of an in-house attorney without the expense of a full-time hire. Our firm offers this service as a flexible and cost-effective solution for businesses that need consistent legal support. Acting as your external legal team, we help manage contracts, compliance, risk, and day-to-day questions while aligning legal strategy with your broader business goals. Whether you're scaling operations or navigating regulatory requirements, we provide steady, strategic legal guidance tailored to your growth. COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS REPRESENTATION As a full-service business law firm, The Law Offices of Thomas S. Carter, Inc. is knowledgeable and experienced in a range of legal needs for startups, growing businesses, and established companies in Walnut Creek and the Tri-Valley Area. From business formation and transactional services to business litigation, employer defense, and ongoing general counsel services, our practice covers the complete spectrum of business legal requirements. With comprehensive knowledge across diverse industry sectors, Business Attorney Carter manages legal matters for a wide range of businesses, including: • Healthcare Services • Manufacturing & Commerce • Hospitality Services • Professional Services • Vehicle Services • Financial Services • Construction & Repair Services • Warehousing & Distribution • Food Processing & Packaging FRANCHISE REPRESENTATION Are you evaluating franchise acquisition, purchasing existing franchise operations, or developing your business into a franchise system in Walnut Creek or the Bay Area? We provide sophisticated guidance to franchisees and franchisors in all aspects of business and franchise law. Mr. Carter facilitates business growth through strategic franchising initiatives.