Q: Should I seek an employment or business lawyer for direct contract issues?
I work through a recruitment firm in Tampa, Florida, which facilitated my initial interview with an end client located in Glendale, California, in 2021 and handles my paycheck. In early 2023, after discussions with the end client, I proposed starting my own company to work directly with them, which was initially supported. I went through the RFP process, competed against two other companies, and won the bid. I was informed that the contract would begin in January, but it never started, and the end client now cites issues with outsourcing. During this process, I've worked thousands of unpaid hours, handling an increasing workload and developing processes for the contract. I’ve communicated my willingness to accept my current wage for the opportunity to establish a direct contract. Written agreements were in place regarding this work. Should I seek an employment lawyer or a business lawyer for this situation?
A: From my understanding of your explanation of the facts, this appears to be primarily a business dispute based on a breach of contract. There could potentially be some employment issues intertwined. I would recommend starting off by consulting with a business attorney that litigates these sort of disputes.
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