Corporate Formation & Business Planning
The Firm has substantial expertise in the formation, tax structuring and establishment of new companies, including the preparation of all documents necessary to launch and maintain a new business, from organizational matters to employment and shareholder issues. We provide counseling new ventures and assist our clients with the growth and development of companies of all sizes.
The Firm is recognized throughout the investment and entrepreneurial communities for the business acumen that we bring to the table, as well as for our legal skills. Even small decisions at the formative stages can make a big difference as a company grows; our team can provide counsel right from the start to minimize later costs and challenges.
Each stage of a company' s development requires a unique strategy. Our corporate law team takes this into account in developing each client's legal plan. In addition to representing many established companies, the Firm is privileged to have long-term business relationships with many entrepreneurs and family owned businesses.
The Firm's attorneys assist clients by:
- Choosing the correct type of entity, forming the entity, establishing its governance structure, and developing shareholder agreements
- Negotiating secured and unsecured financing and equipment leasing
- Assisting with private placements of debt and equity
- Preparing employment and consulting agreements
- Creating stock options and executive compensation plans
- Drafting and negotiating contracts to purchase and sell goods and services
- Pursuing mergers and acquisitions
- Structuring strategic alliances and joint ventures