Corporate Governance

At Kurzman Eisenberg, our corporate governance attorneys provide strategic legal counsel to businesses at every stage of growth, from startups to publicly traded corporations. Effective corporate governance is essential for the long-term success, stability, and compliance of any organization. Our corporate finance lawyers works closely with business leaders, board members, and executives to structure, maintain, and enhance governance policies and procedures that align with their business objectives and legal obligations.

Whether forming a new entity, drafting corporate policies, or advising on board responsibilities and shareholder rights, our attorneys ensure that businesses in New York and beyond operate with clarity, compliance, and efficiency.

We Help With Business Formation & Structuring

Starting a business requires careful planning and legal structuring to minimize risks and ensure smooth operations. Our attorneys assist with:

• Entity Formation – Advising on the selection and formation of corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLCs).
• Organizational Documents – Preparing articles of incorporation, bylaws, operating agreements, and shareholder agreements.
• Corporate Compliance & Record-Keeping – Establishing corporate policies to ensure compliance with New York corporate laws and SEC regulations.

Our goal is to create a solid legal foundation that protects our clients from future liabilities and positions them for success.

We Offer Ongoing Corporate Governance & Compliance

As businesses evolve, corporate governance needs must adapt to reflect new challenges, regulatory changes, and corporate goals. Our attorneys provide ongoing counsel on:

• Board & Shareholder Governance – Advising directors, officers, and shareholders on governance best practices.
• Policy & Procedure Development – Crafting corporate policies, ethics guidelines, and compliance programs.
• Fiduciary Duties & Risk Management – Ensuring boards and executives adhere to fiduciary responsibilities while mitigating legal exposure.
• Regulatory Compliance – Assisting businesses in meeting SEC, NYSE, NASDAQ, and other regulatory requirements.

By staying ahead of governance challenges and compliance mandates, we help businesses protect their stakeholders and uphold corporate integrity.

We Help With Strategic Planning for Business Growth

Corporate governance plays a crucial role in a company’s growth strategy. Our attorneys advise on:

• Mergers & Acquisitions – Ensuring smooth corporate transitions and compliance during mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
• Corporate Restructuring – Assisting with governance changes, leadership transitions, and capital structuring.
• Succession Planning – Helping businesses develop leadership transition plans to ensure long-term stability.

We recognize that corporate governance is not static—as a company expands, new governance strategies must be implemented to align with its evolving needs.