Our firm advises and represents business owners, entrepreneurs and managers on a wide range of legal and business matters. We work with start-ups in selecting and forming business organizations and provide advice on trademark protection and licensing. We also assist clients who are looking to buy or sell a business.
Business Startup Services
Starting a business requires thorough planning. Our firm assists business owners in the formation of legally sound business entities and helps entrepreneurs develop business strategies that help them achieve their goals. We also advise, negotiate and prepare shareholder agreements, and membership agreements.We advise on the business startup and formation process as well as issues related to selection of entity type and jurisdiction, including:
- Subchapter C-corporation formation
- Subchapter S-corporation formation
- Limited liability company (LLC) formation
- Partnership formation (including LLP)
- Stock purchases
- Asset purchases
- Joint ventures
Preparation and Review of Business Contracts
In consultation with business owners, we review, draft and negotiate contracts related to various business activities, including:
- Buy-sell agreements
- Service contracts
- Releases and waivers
- Property agreements
- Shareholder agreements
- Operating agreements
- Lease agreements
If you are looking to start a new business, or buy or sell an existing business, call our firm today. |