Using legal counsel in starting up and operating a value-added agriculture business is essential. An attorney is required to help guide you through the legal maze involved in running a business. However, legal counsel is also usually expensive. So it needs to be used judiciously. Also, selecting the right attorney for your particular needs is important.
To help you find an attorney, visit AgMRC’s directory of Value-Added Agricultural Consultant and Service Providers. To assist you in choosing an attorney, read Considerations When Selecting a Consultant.
More information on legal assistance is provided in the box at the right.