The Dangers of DIY Contracts

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Contracts are an essential component of effective business management and development. Savvy business owners recognize the value of contracts but often explore ways to reduce the cost of obtaining them. In some instances, business owners attempt to create their own contracts by using templates available online. However, creating your own contract is fraught with risks. What you do not know …

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My Presentation on Embryo Transfer Contracts for Cattle

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Howdy from the Lone Star State!  I’m speaking today on Embryo Transfer Contracts at the Texas Bar CLE Agriculture Law Conference at Texas Tech University, School of Law.  Please find my below presentation and follow along with the outline here.  In my presentation, I give a general background on embryo transfer in the cattle industry (although used in other species …

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Some Thoughts on Bull Leases

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Here are some terms to think about in your bull lease between the bull owner (the lessor) and cattlemen who will be leasing the bull (the lessee): Term: The term of the breeding season should be listed (e.g., March 1 to June 30, July 1 to September 1). Number of Bulls:  Note the number of bulls leased from the lessor …

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Speaking at Texas Bar CLE Agriculture Law Conference on Embryo Transfer Contracts

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I’m pretty excited to be present at the Texas Bar CLE’s 7th Annual John Hauffaker Agriculture Law Course on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at Texas Tech University, School of Law on Embryo Transfer Contracts.  It’s part of a two-day legal conference and you can view the entire schedule here.  You can find my outline here.

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Speaking at the Ohio Agriculture Law Symposium

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I’m super excited to be heading back to the Midwest in June – I will be presenting at the Ohio Agriculture Law Symposium June 23-24, 2013 at Cherry Valley Lodge in Newark, Ohio.  On Sunday, June 23, 2013, I will be discussing “Strategies for Developing and Retaining Farm and Agri-Business Clients” along with the great Allen Olson from the Law …

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More Than a Handshake: Some Thoughts on Farm Leases

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I make no secret on this blog that I believe farmers and ranchers should make sure to get contracts in writing, including farm or ranch leases.  I want to stress that this is just as important for a family farm where the Landlord and Tenant may be family members.  Even if the Landlord and Tenant are different entities (with the …

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