It’s a pretty well known fact that if you have a website, then at the bare minimum you need to include a copyright notice in the footer of that site. Any website developer or designer will tell you this and even if you’re new to the online world, it’s a pretty common thing to know. […]
As a business owner, you wear a LOT of hats and you have to learn to juggle many different aspects of business. From creating and selling your products and services, to providing customer service, to creating binge-worthy content, it’s a tough job. But what makes it even more tough is when you make certain legal […]
Your brand is your identity—make sure it’s legally yours! In this post, we cover the essential steps to protect your business name, logo, and content from copycats. From trademarks to contracts, learn how to safeguard your brand so you can grow with confidence, knowing your hard work is legally protected and truly yours.
As a business owner, you’re probably already aware of some of the most common legalities thatyour business needs. Things like your LLC filing, trademarking, privacy policies, contracts and terms and conditionsare commonly known items that you might already have in place. (Psst: if you don’t already have those things in place, I’ve made most of […]
As a business owner, I can almost guess that the majority of your screen time report each week is a combination of HOURS spent on our most beloved platforms, like Instagram, TikTok, and Threads. Apple has a funny way of reminding us just how much we’re spending on these apps each week… how rude of […]
Step behind the scenes with The Boutique Lawyer for a glimpse into a CEO Month, where tasks are tackled, strategies refined, and legal foundations fortified. This unique look offers valuable insights into managing a successful business.
Picture this: it’s a normal day in your business owner life – you wake up, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and sit down at your desk to sift through some emails before your day gets busy. Instead of being met with your typical inbox flood of newsletters and promotions, you’re hit with the nightmare […]
Do spooky clients constantly have you in a fright? 👻 As a service provider, navigating the world of client relationships can sometimes feel daunting. On one hand, you’re thankful to have clients, but on the other hand you’re not sure if dealing with some of their antics is even worth it. While it’s of course […]
Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins may give you the creeps this Halloween, but those are the least of your worries as a business owner. There’s something even scarier lurking in the corners of your business if you’re not properly prepared. During spooky season, I go from The Boutique Lawyer to The BOO-tique Lawyer, but my mission […]
It’s no secret that the digital product world is absolutely booming and everywhere you look there’s someone else selling something new online. And as someone that sells digital products myself, I get the hype. Whether you’re a stay at home mom that wants to make some extra income for your family or someone that’s trying […]
If you’re in the online business space, you’ve inevitably heard the term ‘passive income’ a time or two. Business owners love to preach the power of passive income and talk about all of the ways you can make money without having to lift a finger. And as a business owner myself, I get it – […]
Online courses have become all the rage in the online business world and for good reason! They’re a great addition to your monthly income and they allow you to move from serving 1:1 to serving one to many. Many times service providers who start out offering 1:1 services come to a point in their business […]
Starting your own business is an exciting time of life and depending on your career path, it might also be something that you never imagined for yourself. This is the case for many of us! We start our careers with one thing in mind and the next thing we know, we’re starting something of our […]
Hi, I’m Amber Gilormo!
I believe legal protection shouldn’t be determined by how many years you’ve been in business or how much revenue you’ve earned. All creatives deserve to seamlessly operate their business knowing they’re legally covered. As a practicing attorney and three-time business owner, I understand how complicated and overwhelming the legal world can be. That’s why I created The Boutique Lawyer, an encouraging place where creatives can find legal contract templates that are easy to understand and exciting for clients to sign.
Then you may need this! This guide breaks down 8 of the biggest legal landmines you could face when selling online so you know how to protect yourself (and your profits).