With International Monetary Systems (IMS), you can access a wide range of legal services using trade dollars instead of depleting your cash reserves. It’s a cost-effective way to secure quality legal representation while preserving cash flow.
Below are examples of legal services that may be available to you through the IMS Barter network. Contact your trade broker for a list of attorneys on IMS and can assist you with your needs.
Business Legal Services
Legal support is essential to protecting and growing your business. Through IMS, you can trade for services such as:
- Real Estate Transactions – Assistance with commercial property sales, leases, title review, and closing documentation.
- Wills & Trusts – Business succession planning to protect your interests and legacy.
- Franchise Law – Guidance on establishing or purchasing a franchise, including franchise disclosure documents (FDDs) and regulatory compliance.
- Intellectual Property Protection – Trademark registration and enforcement to safeguard your brand.
- Employment Law – Drafting and reviewing employee agreements, handbooks, and policies to mitigate legal risk.
- Malpractice Defense – Legal representation for professionals facing malpractice claims.
- Business Bankruptcy – Filing and guidance for Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 when financial restructuring is required.
- Collections – Recovery of overdue accounts through demand letters, litigation, or settlement negotiations.
- Business Formation – Establishing corporations, LLCs, or partnerships, and handling restructuring or dissolution processes.
- Contract Law – Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure enforceable agreements and protect business interests.
- Regulatory Compliance – Legal support for meeting federal, state, or industry-specific regulatory requirements.
Personal Legal Services
Whether dealing with a family matter or protecting your personal rights, IMS trade dollars can be used for a range of legal services, including:
- Personal Injury Cases – Representation in accident or negligence claims to recover damages and medical costs.
- Family Law – Legal guidance on child custody, child support, spousal support, and legal separation.
- Estate Planning – Creation of wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
- Divorce Proceedings – Navigating contested or uncontested divorce, property division, and custody arrangements.
- Adoption Services – Legal help throughout the adoption process, including parental rights, home studies, and court filings.
- Debt Relief and Bankruptcy – Assistance with filing for personal bankruptcy (Chapter 7 or Chapter 13) and debt restructuring.
- Name Changes – Legal filings and court representation for personal name change petitions.
- Residential Real Estate – Help with home buying, selling, and lease agreements.
- Traffic and Misdemeanor Offenses – Defense in cases involving traffic tickets, license suspensions, and minor criminal charges.
- Immigration Law – Support with visa applications, green cards, and citizenship filings (if available through participating attorneys).
Ready to Save on Legal Expenses?
Legal issues don’t have to come with financial stress. With IMS, you can leverage the value of your business through trade to handle both routine and urgent legal matters—without dipping into your cash reserves. Talk to your IMS broker today to get matched with legal professionals who accept trade dollars.