What kind of legal support do you offer gym owners?
At Gym Lawyers PLLC, we provide tailored legal solutions for gym owners at every stage of their business journey:
- New Gym Owners: We help set the foundation for your success with services like business entity formation, commercial lease reviews, partnership agreements, and drafting customized waivers and membership contracts.
- Established Gym Owners: Whether it’s updating outdated contracts, conducting a legal audit to spot vulnerabilities, or providing guidance for business expansion, we ensure your gym remains protected and ready to grow.
- Buying or Selling a Gym: From buy/sell agreements to partner transitions and closing facilitation, we handle the legal side so you can focus on the big picture.
- One-Off Legal Questions: Have a specific issue? We’re here to help with anything related to your gym, whether it’s employment matters, handling disputes, or navigating regulatory changes.
Our expertise goes beyond just legal jargon—we understand the unique challenges gym owners face and are here to make the legal side of your business stress-free, so you can focus on growing your gym and serving your community.
How is Gym Lawyers different from other law firms?
We don’t just understand the law—we understand gyms. What sets us apart is our industry-specific focus and firsthand experience in the fitness business:
- Industry Expertise: Unlike general attorneys, we work exclusively with gym owners and fitness professionals. This means our solutions are tailored to the unique challenges and legal risks gym owners face, from liability waivers to employee agreements and everything in between.
- Real-World Experience: Our Lead Attorney, Matthew Becker, Esq., doesn’t just know the legal side—he knows the gym owner side. Matt owned and operated his own CrossFit affiliate for over a decade while practicing law. He’s been in your shoes, handling lease negotiations, navigating employment issues, and managing member relationships.
- We Anticipate Your Needs: Because we focus solely on gyms, we know the exact questions to ask—even if you’re not sure what you need. You don’t have to have all the answers or even know where to start. Our expertise allows us to anticipate your unique challenges and guide you through solutions tailored to your business.
- Proactive Protection: We believe in preventing problems before they happen. Our approach focuses on helping you build a solid legal foundation to protect your gym’s wealth and growth. Whether you’re just starting out or expanding, we tailor solutions to fit your business and goals.
- We Speak Your Language: We know legal jargon can be overwhelming, so we break it down in ways that make sense for gym owners. Our goal is to make the legal side of your business stress-free so you can focus on running your gym and growing your community.
Choosing Gym Lawyers PLLC means choosing a partner who understands the ins and outs of your industry—not just someone who drafts generic contracts. We’re here to protect what you’ve built and set you up for long-term success.
Nothing has gone wrong so far—why do I need legal help now? Shouldn’t I wait until there’s a problem?
It’s great that everything has gone smoothly so far, but waiting for a problem to arise can cost you big—both financially and emotionally. Here’s why proactive legal help is a smarter move:
- Prevention Is Cheaper Than Fixing: Legal problems are expensive to fix. A lawsuit, staff misclassification penalty, or contract dispute can cost tens of thousands of dollars—or even more. Investing in proactive legal support now ensures your business is protected, saving you from costly surprises later.
- Build a Strong Foundation for Growth: By addressing potential legal gaps now, you’re creating a solid foundation that will support your gym as it grows. Whether it’s scaling to multiple locations, adding services, or hiring staff, having your legal ducks in a row makes everything easier.
- Avoid Costly Mistakes You Didn’t See Coming: Most gym owners don’t know what they don’t know when it comes to legal risks. Liability waivers, membership agreements, and staff contracts might seem fine—until they’re not. Proactive help ensures these documents are airtight and tailored to your gym.
- It’s Not “If,” It’s “When”: Unfortunately, we’ve seen far too many gyms running smoothly—until one issue arises and opens a can of worms. The truth is, it’s not a question of if something will happen, but when. Proactively addressing potential vulnerabilities now saves you from scrambling later.
By working with Gym Lawyers now, you can focus on growing your gym and serving your community with confidence, knowing your business is protected no matter what.
Why can’t I just keep using the templates I bought online or contracts I borrowed from another gym owner? I’ve had no issues so far!
While templates and borrowed contracts might seem like a quick and easy solution, they often leave your gym exposed to unnecessary risk. Here’s why they aren’t good enough:
- Not Tailored to Your Gym: Every gym operates differently, from the services you offer to the laws in your state. A generic template or borrowed contract won’t reflect the unique aspects of your business, leaving potential gaps in protection.
- State-Specific Laws Matter: Legal requirements vary widely by state. What works for a gym in one state may be completely invalid or non-compliant in another. A customized agreement ensures you’re meeting all legal requirements specific to your location.
- Hidden Weaknesses: Templates often lack critical details, like clauses addressing liability, dispute resolution, or state-specific waivers. These gaps could leave you vulnerable to lawsuits or compliance violations.
- Borrowed Contracts Can Backfire: Even if a contract worked for another gym owner, it doesn’t mean it will work for you. In fact, copying someone else’s contract can introduce risks if it’s not aligned with your gym’s operations or policies.
- The Cost of Getting It Wrong: The average bodily injury settlement for gyms is around $50,000. Spending a fraction of that now on properly tailored documents can save you from a massive financial hit later.
Customized legal documents are an investment in your gym’s future. They ensure you’re protected, compliant, and ready to grow without unnecessary legal risks hanging over your head.
Aren’t attorneys expensive? How much will working with Gym Lawyers cost me?
We get it—attorneys have a reputation for being pricey, but we do things differently at Gym Lawyers. Unlike most attorneys who charge by the hour (often $250–$400 per hour or more), we offer flat-rate pricing for all our services. This means you’ll know exactly what you’re getting and how much it will cost — no surprises.
We tailor our services to your gym’s unique needs. Whether you’re looking for a single service, like drafting a waiver or reviewing a lease, or a comprehensive package to cover all aspects of your gym’s legal foundation, we’ve got you covered. Our approach is flexible because we know no two gyms are the same.
Investing in proactive legal support now is not just about saving money compared to hourly rates; it’s about protecting your gym and preventing costly issues down the road. Think of it as setting up a safety net so you can focus on running and growing your business with peace of mind.
We can help you determine what your gym needs, and we’ll work with you to create a plan that fits your goals.
