Houston Contract Attorneys
Business-Focused Counsel
Legal Guidance for Business Contracts
Business contract law governs the creation, interpretation, and enforcement of agreements between two or more parties. These contracts define the rights and obligations that drive your business relationships — from vendors and partners to employees, clients, and investors. When drafted properly, contracts reduce ambiguity, allocate risk, and provide legal remedies if something goes wrong. When drafted poorly, or not at all, they leave your business exposed to disputes, lost revenue, or even litigation.
At BT Attorneys, we don’t just draft contracts. We help you understand why each term matters, how to mitigate your specific commercial risks, and how to ensure your agreements serve your long-term goals.
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What Our Contract Attorneys Can Do for You
- Draft, negotiate, review, and execute: From vendor agreements and NDAs to complex commercial contracts, we understand business and the legal precautions you need to protect your interests.
- Business formation support: LLC agreements, shareholder and partnership documents, Texas filings, EIN acquisition, and complimentary registered agent services.
- Protect your financial interests: Review franchise, licensing, and investment agreements.
- Review employment contracts, including high-value executive or physician agreements.
- Confidentiality enforcement: Draft and enforce NDAs, non-competes, and non-solicitation agreements—leveraging litigation strategy to mitigate future exposure.
About B&T Attorneys
Your Team of Houston Contract Attorneys
The team at Business Transaction Attorneys, led by Gil Melman, focuses on transactional law, helping businesses structure, negotiate, and enforce contracts that protect their interests and support long-term growth.
With over 32 years of experience, including senior roles at international law firms and as Chief Legal Officer for publicly traded companies, Gil brings a rare combination of legal precision and real-world business insight to every agreement. His in-house background gives him a unique ability to spot the real commercial risks that matter, cutting through unnecessary legal complexity to save clients time and money.
Gil’s strategic, business-minded approach ensures that every contract—whether it’s a vendor agreement, NDA, partnership deal, or employment contract—not only complies with Texas law but also aligns with your operational goals. He delivers practical, tailored solutions that reflect your industry, your risk profile, and your bottom line.
Comprehensive Legal Services in Houston
Providing cost-effective, ongoing legal advisory services without the overhead of full-time counsel, tailored specifically to your operational needs.
Guiding businesses through strategic acquisitions, mergers, due diligence processes, negotiations, and comprehensive documentation.
Creating customized partnership agreements, operating agreements, and shareholder agreements to clarify roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
Advising on entity selection (LLC, corporation, partnerships), handling formation filings, and structuring entities for optimal tax and operational efficiency.
Structuring, negotiating, and finalizing transactional agreements that are tailored to your specific goals and designed to minimize risk while supporting long-term success.
Advising businesses on compliance with federal, Texas state, and local regulations, reducing exposure to fines and liabilities.
Structuring fundraising initiatives, drafting investment agreements, and ensuring full compliance with applicable securities regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer to draft or review my business contracts?
Yes. Even minor gaps or unclear terms can expose your business to disputes or financial risk. A contract attorney helps you avoid problems before they happen.
What happens if I sign a contract without fully understanding it?
You may accept liabilities or restrictions you never intended. We explain the real impact of each term, so you know exactly what you’re agreeing to.
Can your firm help negotiate contracts with vendors or partners?
Yes. We negotiate terms, clarify obligations, and reduce risk so your contracts support your business goals—not the other party’s.
Can AI draft my contracts instead of an attorney?
AI can create a starting point, but it often gets key legal and commercial details wrong. An attorney provides the judgment and context AI cannot.
What contracts should a growing business review regularly?
Vendor agreements, employment or contractor contracts, NDAs, licensing deals, and partnership or operating agreements should be reviewed as your business evolves.
Why Choose Us
Reasons For Choosing BT Attorneys
Decades of Practical Contract Experience
Gil Melman brings over 32 years of hands-on experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating high-stakes contracts across industries. His in-house legal background allows us to focus on real-world commercial risks, not abstract legal theories.
Efficient, Cost-Conscious Legal Support
We build lean, strategic teams—pulling in tax, employment, and regulatory experts only when needed. This ensures top-tier contract counsel without inflated legal fees.
Tailored Contract Strategies for Your Business
Every business is unique—so are its risks and relationships. We craft custom contract solutions that align with your operations, industry standards, and long-term goals.
End-to-End Contract Counsel
From startups to established enterprises, we handle the full lifecycle of business contracts—drafting, negotiating, reviewing, and enforcing—so you can focus on running your business with confidence.
Proactive Risk Mitigation
Poorly written contracts are one of the top causes of business disputes. We help you avoid costly issues by identifying exposure early and building protections into every agreement.
What Our Clients Say
Sean - CEO & Co-Founder
Gil Melman has served as our outside council for several years. He has provided outstanding legal guidance and support for a broad range of our needs. Gil can be a bulldog when it comes to protecting our position. However, he is pragmatic with regard to business relationships and needs. I have led multi-billion dollar businesses at large corporations, and I can honestly say that Gil has provided us the best legal representation in my career. It has been my experience that most corporate lawyers see things in black and white. Gil advises on the black and white will also educating me on the aspects and mitigation strategy for the gray areas as well. This is extremely valuable because things usually end up in these gray areas, and I am better prepared.
Scott - President & Founder
Highly Recommend. We had a very complex purchase, included upfront and residual payments, in addition to stock allocations of different types. Gil did an amazing job of protecting us and catching all of the little details that we missed. When engaging in negotiations on terms, he had the right amount of force to get things done, but with a touch that kept everyone agreeable and into the deal. He utilized different levels of his team to make sure we were financially satisfied. We have used Gil for different projects and obviously he earned the trust for us to use him on our most important project. Thank you! Highly recommended for all levels of work, he is incredibly knowledgeable.
Chris - CFO
Gil Melman has served as our outside general counsel for the past year, and he and his team have been outstanding partners to our organization. They provide practical, business-minded advice across a wide range of matters and are a trusted resource for both our Board of Directors and senior executive team. Gil’s team is consistently efficient, responsive, and solution-oriented — true problem solvers rather than problem creators. We receive highly experienced legal guidance at reasonable rates that traditional law firms simply can’t match. I would wholeheartedly recommend Gil and his team to any company seeking exceptional outside general counsel services.
Protect Your Contracts with Experienced Houston Attorneys
Whether you’re launching a startup, negotiating complex contracts, or planning a strategic acquisition, Gil and his team of lawyers and experts are ready to support your business goals with precision and efficiency.
Let’s ensure your business agreements are not just legally sound, but strategically crafted to protect your interests, reduce risk, and support your long-term success.
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Head Office
Houston, Texas
3700 Buffalo Speedway #1150, Houston, TX 77098
Phone: +(1) 713-304-2396