Quicken Legal Business Pro 2009 [Old Version]

by Nolo

Product Features

• Plan for Success - Select the best structure for your business, draft business contracts, get required documents and minimize the chances of legal disputes
• Get the Forms You Need - Choose from over 140 essential documents, contracts, letters, worksheets and more. Many of them are interactive -- just take a step-by-step interview, print the results and you're done!
• Become Tax Savvy - Identify deductions allowed by the IRS, write off long-term business assets and minimize the chance of an audit.
• Build Your Team - Hire workers, develop sensible personnel polices, minimize the chance of employee lawsuits and legally terminate workers when necessary.
• Negotiate a Lease - Figure out how much space you need, choose a good location, negotiate the best possible terms, bargain for lower security deposits, share costs for repairs and expansion, and more!

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001FDG0IW
• Item model number: SBQB9R1
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 5, 2008
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,156 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
  • #18 in Software > Business & Office > Legal

Product Description

Everything you need to start and run your business, easily and efficiently! You don't need an attorney to start and run a business - most of the legal work involved simply requires reliable information and the right documents. With Quicken Legal Business Pro 2009, you'll get everything you need to get the job done. Completely updated to reflect the latest laws and regulations of your state, Quicken Legal Business Pro provides: over 140 contracts, forms and worksheets five completely searchable Nolo business bestsellers comprehensive "How to" checklists that help you through complex tasks free downloadable legal updates throughout 2009 a free, downloadable edition of Nolo's business book, The Small Business Start Up Kit (available after registration) Quicken Legal Business Pro brings these five Nolo bestsellers together in one easy-to-use software package: Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business Tax Savvy for Small Business The Manager's Legal Handbook Negotiate the Best Lease for Your Business Marketing Without Advertising With over 140 legal forms, you'll have access to the documents you need, when you need them. You can also take notes, create bookmarks and read real-world examples of situations you're likely to face.EXTRA BONUS Free inside each box Nolo's all time favorite Your Legal Companion

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In Business Quickly, December 9, 2008

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Alan B. Odom "Cheers!" (CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quicken Legal Business Pro 2009 [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

As a new small business owner, this program had all the software and forms I needed to quickly get my business off the ground with a minimum of start-up mistakes. My business plan was solid but several issues I overlooked in my structure were covered and corrected for in the "Plan for Success" chapter. Additionally, tax issues and lease negotiation items suggested were very helpful as was the wealth of "How to ..." checklists and forms. I recommend this program to everyone prior to staring up their new (or expanding) business; the savings in unnecessary lawyer fees was substantial and had an immediate impact on our bottom line from the beginning.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not What I Expected, September 24, 2009

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M. Luce - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quicken Legal Business Pro 2009 [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

I bought this product primarily to work on contracts for my employees. With the advertising around you would expect that, however contracts are limited to independent contractors only. So for my employees it is useless, it only includes amendments to their contracts. Everything I NEED is provided by a link to NOLO to buy another product. The few useful forms for a small business owner are well done, but overall needs more useful contracts and forms rather than links to spend more money. I will definitely return this.

4.0 out of 5 stars Make sure it has forms you need. Beware, the program makes you store your docs in its portfolio, July 27, 2009

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Citizen John (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quicken Legal Business Pro 2009 [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

Before buying, make sure this has forms you need. As a CPA, I have to prepare contracts quickly for many purposes. This CD has many though certainly not all templates I need. It has over 140 contracts and forms with updates through 2009. The 2011 version has been out for some time, and now I use the 2010 version.

What I like: You select your form and go through the interview.
What I don't like: You then save it in your "portfolio."
That's how they get you, by forcing these docs to be stored in the program's portfolio. You can modify any of these docs later to further suit your particular requirements.

While 140 contracts and forms is a lot, it does not meet all my needs. For example, a non-disclosure agreement is not included. For the money however, I think it's a good deal, especially when you get used to using the program rather than searching for many of the same forms online. The idea of course, is to save on legal expenses where possible and use time more efficiently.

One thing you should do before using this software is go though the tutorial to learn how to save forms you create. Otherwise it might seem confusing the first time you try to create a document. I got used to using Legal Business Pro 2009 and the version I now use is the same thing.

It wasn't that many years ago that is was normal to call an attorney more often over contracts. Now I don't do so nearly as much, except for those matters that can only be done by an attorney.