BUSINESS LAW
Business Formation
When starting a new business, picking the business formation is important and affects factors such as tax liability, limited liability, and management. Through consultation, a business lawyer could help clarify your options in deciding which business entity to choose.
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Partnership:
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Partnership Agreement (GP, LP, LLP, LLLP)
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Registration
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Statement of Authority
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Certificate of Limited Partnership (Only for Limited partnerships)
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Statement of Qualification for Limited Liability Partnership
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EIN Number
Limited Liability Company:
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Drafting and Filing Articles of Organization
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Operating Agreement
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EIN Number
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Fictitious Name
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Corporations (S Corp or C Corp):
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Articles of Incorporation
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Bylaws
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Annual Report
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EIN Number
Business/Corporate Law Issues
A wide variety of legal issues may arise while conducting business, such as:​
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Asset Protection
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Contract Drafting
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Vendor Agreements
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Shareholder Agreements
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Independent Contractor Agreements
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Employee Agreements
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Commercial Transactions/Negotiations/Agreements
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Debt vs. Equity Financing
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Licensing Agreements
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Investor Agreement Issues
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Non-Disclosure Agreements
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Compliance with Industry regulations
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A wide variety of legal issues may cause harm to a business’s assets, reputation, and viability. Confronting these problems without legal counsel may leave you or your business in a perilous position. Set a date for legal consultation to discuss the steps you need to take to address the legal issues you or you business may be facing.