Amanda Hayes

Amanda Hayes

Attorney · University of North Carolina School of Law

Amanda Hayes is a practicing attorney serving clients in the U.S. and abroad on business and trademark matters. She also works as a freelance writer, contributing articles on small business law for Nolo.com.

Legal career. Amanda has founded two firms, located in North Carolina and Massachusetts. At her firms, she has worked on a range of cases, including in the areas of business formation, licensing, trademark and intellectual property, nonprofit, and real estate.

Credentials. Amanda is a double Tar Heel, earning her B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law. She has passed the bar exams in North Carolina and Massachusetts, and currently practices in both states.

Business law. Amanda has served and collaborated with many companies, from small businesses to large enterprises, in a variety of industries. She considers the best part of writing about small business topics to be helping the people behind the company—often entrepreneurs pursuing a lifelong dream—set up a strong operating foundation so they can focus on what they love most. You can learn more about Amanda's law practice at ideasPLUS LLC. 

Articles by Amanda Hayes

Trademark Classes: Which One Fits the Mark You Are Registering For?
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office divides trademarks into 45 different "classes." You must choose the proper class when applying for trademark registration.
When You Might Be Personally Liable for LLC or Corporate Debt
A main reason people form a corporation or a limited liability company (LLC) is to limit their personal liability for company debts. But the liability isn't unlimited, and you can still be on the hook for business debts and liabilities.
Sample Cash Flow Statement
Every owner should conduct a cash flow analysis of their small business. A cash flow statement helps companies to understand whether they have enough money to pay their bills on time. Here's a cash flow statement example.
Mediation for Small Businesses
If you have a business dispute, consider using mediation to resolve the issue with the other party. Mediation can be quick and cost-effective, and it can help preserve your business relationships and reputation.
How to Establish a Sole Proprietorship in Florida
In Florida, you can establish a sole proprietorship without filing any legal documents with the Florida Department of State. There are four simple steps you need to take:
How to Establish a Sole Proprietorship in New York
In New York, you can establish a sole proprietorship without filing any legal documents with the New York State Government. There are four simple steps you need to take:
How to Start a Sole Proprietorship in California
In California, you can establish a sole proprietorship without filing any legal documents with the California Secretary of State.    There are four simple steps you need to take:
How to Establish a Sole Proprietorship in Georgia
In Georgia, you can establish a sole proprietorship without filing any legal documents with the Georgia Secretary of State. There are four simple steps you need to take:
Percentage Rent in a Commercial Lease
Landlords in shopping centers and some strip malls might demand a share of a retail tenant's profits in addition to the monthly rent. Percentage rent arrangements use a breakpoint to divide profits.
How to Break a Commercial Lease When You Go Out of Business
On the hook for a commercial lease? Your options for getting out of that lease depend on your lease term and the lease's termination provisions. Your landlord might be required to mitigate your costs for early termination.
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