Justin Clay
Nov 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Get It In Writing. Get It Right.
Flat-fee contract drafting, review, and red flag checks for business owners who want clear terms and fewer surprises.
Contract lawyers for Iowa and Texas businesses. Flat-fee pricing, set before we start.
Over 500 entrepreneurs choose Surge.
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Drafted it with AI? Bring it. We turn it into the contract you need.
Contract review pricing
- Non-members
- $480 + $35 per page
- Momentum members
- $400 + $30 per page
Example: a 6-page contract is $690, or $580 for members.
We confirm the scope and price before work begins. Most reviews take 3 to 5 business days. Drafting usually takes 1 to 3 weeks because there is often some back-and-forth.
Clear contracts help you make decisions with fewer surprises. We can review the contract you received, or draft an agreement around the terms you approve.
Business Owners Trust Surge With Their Contracts
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Cassie Serrata
Aug 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Matt and his team are knowledgable, friendly and efficient. They helped me get my LLC up and running. Highly recommend his legal services for any small business owner.
Mo Yang
Aug 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
He wasn’t trying to sell me something I didn’t need, but instead gave advice that was truly in my best interest.
Contracts Are Not Just Paperwork. They Are Your Plan.
Every important business relationship deserves clear terms. Who does what, by when, for how much, and what happens when something goes sideways.
Most business disputes we handle trace back to a contract that was missing, weak, or never read carefully before signing. Getting the contract right up front sets clear expectations before anything goes wrong.
About to Sign Something? Get a Red Flag Review First.
Before you sign a vendor agreement, commercial lease, franchise document, or partnership deal, get a focused review of the document and the questions it raises.
Best For
Contracts the other side drafted, such as leases, vendor terms, franchise FDDs, employment agreements, or anything you did not write.
What You Get
A plain-English assessment of the contract, the issues to raise, and options for your next step.
Flat-Fee Price
$400 + $30/page member or $480 + $35/page regular. Commercial leases start at $760 member.
Flat-Fee Contract Services
Five focused contract services that cover most of what small businesses need. Each is flat-fee with scope and price defined before work starts. Savings compare Momentum member and non-member pricing.
Red Flag Review - Contracts
Before you sign something the other side wrote
- Thorough legal review
- Risk identification
- Recommended changes
- Plain-English explanation
Red Flag Review - Commercial Lease
Lease terms assessed before you commit
- Complete lease analysis
- Hidden clause identification
- Negotiation recommendations
- Tenant protection focus
Contract Drafting
Custom contracts tailored to your business
- Custom contract creation
- Legally binding terms
- State-specific compliance
- Price confirmed after scope is clear
Operating Agreement
Essential protection for every LLC
- Customized to your LLC
- Member rights & duties
- Profit distribution rules
- Dissolution procedures
Add a Partner
A straightforward ownership addition for an existing business
- Clarify ownership and decision terms
- Document the arrangement that fits your business
- Need earned equity? Compare our vesting option
Drafted it with AI? Bring it.
We turn it into the contract you need. An AI draft can be a useful way to show us what you want. We will extract the requirements, send them to you to review and approve, and then draft the contract ourselves. That requirements step has no separate fee and does not change the finished drafting price.
Prefer to Start With a Template?
We offer affordable contract template packs for common situations: employer starter packs for Iowa and Texas, plus Essential Contracts for Iowa Contractors. Our template library is actively growing.
- Ready-to-use forms with plain-English instructions
- Built for small business owners, not lawyers
- Pair with a Red Flag Review for added confidence
Already in a Contract Dispute?
If the other side has already broken the deal, prevention is not the right tool. Our dispute services, including demand letters and flat-fee negotiation packages, are built for that moment.
Business Contract FAQ
When should I have a lawyer review a contract?
Before you sign anything significant the other side drafted, such as leases, vendor terms, franchise documents, employment agreements, or partnership deals. A review identifies the issues while you can still raise them.
Do I really need a written contract if we trust each other?
Yes. Trust is what makes a contract easy to sign. Clear terms are what protect the relationship when circumstances change: someone gets sick, a partner wants out, a customer disputes an invoice. Writing it down is how you stay friends. If a partner is already leaving, our flat-fee partner buyout covers that exit.
What is the difference between drafting and a Red Flag Review?
Drafting is when we write the contract for your side. A contract review assesses a document that already exists and helps you understand the issues and options. If a client-created AI draft is the starting point, we use it to extract and confirm the requirements before drafting a new contract.
Do you offer contract templates?
Yes. We have affordable template packs for common situations and are actively expanding the library. Templates are a great starting point; pair them with a Red Flag Review or quick consultation if you want attorney eyes before you use them.
How long does contract work take?
Most reviews take 3 to 5 business days. Drafting usually takes 1 to 3 weeks because there is often some back-and-forth. We confirm the timeline before work begins.
Can you negotiate contracts on our behalf?
Yes. For deals that need attorney-to-attorney negotiation, see our flat-fee negotiation packages on the disputes page.
Do you work with businesses outside Iowa and Texas?
We handle contract work virtually for businesses with an Iowa or Texas connection. If another state's law controls the contract, we can discuss whether the matter is a fit.
Talk Through Your Contract With a Business Lawyer
Book a free consultation. We will help you decide whether you need drafting, a Red Flag Review, or something else entirely.