Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Business Law Partner in Walnut Creek
At Israel & Samuels, we combine decades of legal expertise with firsthand business ownership experience to deliver practical, results-driven legal solutions. Our attorneys have owned and operated their own companies, giving us unique insight into the challenges businesses face daily. We specialize in contract negotiation, business formation, labor law compliance, real estate transactions, and strategic succession planning. Our approach prioritizes proactive risk mitigation through meticulously drafted agreements and cost-effective dispute resolution strategies.With a client base ranging from startups to established enterprises across diverse industries, we provide tailored guidance that aligns legal protections with business objectives. Our team maintains active involvement in legal associations and community organizations, reinforcing our commitment to both professional excellence and civic responsibility.
Services
Business Formation
Contracts
Labor Law
Real Estate Transactions
Litigation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined business ownership and legal experience
- Our attorneys maintain active involvement in legal associations and community organizations
- We provide tailored guidance that aligns legal protections with business objectives
- Our proactive risk mitigation approach prevents costly disputes
- We serve diverse industries from startups to established enterprises
What people say
Extremely knowledgeable
Great business attorney
Handled their attorney
Comprehensive response
Outstanding job
Services
Business Formation
We guide clients through entity selection and formation, ensuring legal compliance while aligning structure with business goals. Our services include drafting operating agreements, registering with state agencies, and advising on tax implications. With our business experience, we help entrepreneurs establish solid foundations for long-term success.
Contracts
Our contract services cover negotiation, drafting, and review of business agreements. We create clear, enforceable documents that minimize disputes while protecting client interests. This includes vendor agreements, partnership contracts, and complex commercial transactions tailored to specific industry requirements and risk profiles.
Labor Law
We help businesses navigate employment regulations including wage laws, workplace policies, and discrimination prevention. Our services cover handbook creation, compliance audits, and guidance on AI implementation in HR practices. We provide proactive strategies to avoid costly employment disputes and regulatory violations.
Real Estate Transactions
Our real estate services handle commercial property transactions, lease agreements, and zoning compliance. We represent clients in purchase agreements, title disputes, and development projects. Our business background helps identify potential operational issues during property acquisitions or sales.
Litigation
We represent clients in business litigation matters while prioritizing cost-effective resolution strategies. Our approach focuses on early risk assessment and alternative dispute resolution. When necessary, we provide aggressive courtroom representation in contract disputes, partnership conflicts, and commercial litigation matters.
People
Eric Samuels
Managing Partner
Eric Samuels has practiced business law since 2011, specializing in real estate and commercial litigation. He holds a law degree from University of West Los Angeles and actively participates in local legal associations and community organizations.
Randall S. Davis
Partner
Randall Davis brings 30+ years of legal experience in real estate, corporate law, and appellate matters. A UC Hastings graduate, he serves as mediator and arbitrator while maintaining active courtroom representation for business clients across California.
Larry Israel
Founding Member, Retired
Larry Israel founded the firm after a successful business career spanning decades. He maintains business consulting expertise with experience in international operations and technology associations while mentoring current attorneys.
Questions
What business law services do you specialize in?
We focus on contracts, business formation, labor law compliance, real estate transactions, and litigation strategy tailored to California businesses.
How does your firm handle contract disputes?
We prioritize preventive measures through clear agreements, but when disputes arise, we employ cost-effective resolution strategies including mediation and litigation.
Can you help with employment law compliance?
Yes, we provide guidance on wage laws, workplace policies, and AI implementation in HR practices to prevent discrimination claims.
Do you work with out-of-state businesses?
While based in California, we assist businesses operating within the state through our understanding of California-specific regulations.
How do you approach real estate transactions?
We handle commercial property matters with business perspective, addressing potential operational issues during acquisitions or sales processes.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our attorneys combine legal expertise with actual business ownership experience, providing practical solutions that align with commercial realities.
