
Experience with agriculture and forestry clients has provided us with a unique understanding of the challenges faced in the industry. The Knox Firm can address each of your legal issues through a group of attorneys who are familiar with your industry and focus on specific areas of the law. From day-to-day labor issues to sophisticated land deals, we will work together to find innovative solutions to the legal issues faced in the ever-changing agriculture industry.
Our attorneys have worked with a variety of clients including timber investors, vineyard owners, and hardwood dealers. We have handled a number of sophisticated transactions, such as acquisitions, dispositions, and organizational structure changes. In addition, we have provided advice on risk reduction and resolved disputes through arbitration. When necessary, attorneys in the group can draw on their experience to defend you against all types of claims and represent your interests in state and federal courts.
Real Estate
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Real estate acquisition |
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Land use and zoning |
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Like-kind exchange |
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Sales |
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Lease agreements |
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Title insurance |
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Financing |
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Permitting |
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Environmental compliance |
Business
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Corporate organization |
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Regulatory compliance |
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Joint ventures |
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Tax advice |
Labor & Employment
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EEOC, PHRC, unemployment compensation and OSHA matters |
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Employment-related documents and agreements |
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Grievance processing and labor arbitration |
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Supervisor training |
Workers' Compensation
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Insurance defense |
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Self-Insured defense |
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Prevention and loss control counseling |
Litigation
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Private and regulatory disputes |
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Liability claims |
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OSHA litigation |
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Insurance disputes |
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Supply chain disputes |
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