Bonus Ep 39: Navigating the Legal Landscape: Cheri Andrews' Guide to Protecting Your Business

Welcome to "Starting a Business Simplified," the podcast that takes the complexities out of entrepreneurship and provides you with practical tips and advice to start and grow your own business. I'm your host, Suzy, and in today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Cheri Andrews.Cheri is an experienced attorney with a diverse background in law and business. After spending years working in law firms and as an in-house general counsel, Cheri found herself without a job due to a merger. This unexpected turn of events led Cheri to start her own virtual legal practice, specializing in serving the needs of small business owners.With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs, Cheri has become a trusted advisor in the business community. She recently authored a book called "Smooth Sailing: A Practical Guide to Legally Protecting Your Business," offering affordable and accessible information on important legal aspects that every small business owner should be aware of.In today's episode, Cheri will share her journey of starting her own practice and the valuable insights she has gained along the way. From the importance of finding the right attorney for your specific needs to the significance of setting expectations in writing, Cheri will provide us with actionable strategies to safeguard our businesses legally. We'll also learn about the Wise Owl Academy, an online learning platform created by Cheri to provide small business owners with foundational knowledge in various areas, including business formation, legal matters, insurance, finances, taxes, and more. Additionally, Cheri will shed light on the intricacies of jurisdiction and how it can impact legal disputes involving businesses in different states.Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this episode is a must-listen. So grab a notepad and get ready to simplify the legal aspects of starting a business with our incredible guest, Cheri Andrews. Let's dive in!Connect with Cheri:https://www.cheriandrews.com/Wise Owl Academy: https://thewiseowlacademy.thinkific.com/bundles/the-wise-owl-academy-membership?ref=e64966Download Smooth Sailing Business Checklist:https://www.cheriandrews.com/checklist/Connect with Suzy Wraines:SuzyWraines.comSchedule a call: https://683519.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/ptcxpgvbdngwrshnkxktgrvpsbpkxvxdLinkedIn: Suzy Wraines⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzywraines/⁠Join the Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/startingabusinesssimplified This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startingabusinesssimplified.substack.com