Basic to the efficient operation of any business enterprise is proper formation and governance. Companies use governing documents such as operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and bylaws to set up basic relationships to determine the direction and control of their business. These controlling documents address issues such as management and control of the business, distribution of profits, taxation, and dissolution or sale of the business or its assets. Attention to the details of corporate formation and governance are important to ensure that a business is properly positioned for success and growth. It is far easier to set a business up properly in the beginning than it is to change its structure mid-stream. Sophisticated and successful business people always pay close attention to formation and governance issues so the legal relationships controlling their equity, distribution, and management interests are clearly communicated and enforced. Owners that make an early effort to properly form and structure their enterprise will prevent future conflict and set their company up for success.

We handle many aspects of corporate governance and formation, from entity formation and drafting governing documents to resolutions, amendments, and dissolution. We have significant experience forming and advising various types of business enterprises and we are well positioned to advise you about the best type of business entity for your business needs.

READ MORE +

For professionals and business owners, contracts are a basic feature of doing business. Contracts memorialize and make enforceable the terms of an agreement between two or more parties, and they encompass all facets of leasing, buying, or selling real estate, goods, and services. If you are a professional in need of a professional services agreement, or if you are a business in need of vendor contracts, commercial leases, or other types of agreements, you should hire an attorney to draft these agreements for you. Expensive confusion and conflict may result for that non-lawyer who downloads a contract form from the internet and then attempts to repurpose it to suit their needs. We offer contract drafting and transactional services for executives, professionals and small and mid-sized businesses. We take the time to craft situation specific agreements that accurately memorialize your transaction and securely protect your interests.

READ MORE +

An agreement or contract is a meeting of the minds between two persons regarding a bargained for exchange. Contract disputes often occur when parties disagree about formation, terms, or if one party fails to perform according to the terms of the agreement. There are many types of contract disputes, including shareholder disputes, partnership disputes, lease disputes, employment disputes, debt disputes, and disputes about what is owed for goods or services. There are many ways to resolve such disputes and basic methods can include negotiation, demand letters, cease-and-desist letters, civil lawsuits, alternative dispute resolution, and appeal. Importantly, contract disputes can often be resolved through creative problem solving and we are skilled at resolving such disputes. Where filing a lawsuit is your only option, we are skilled at navigating the civil courts to advance your case from start to finish. If you are in the middle of a dispute, or you believe one may be coming, consulting an attorney early is generally the best way to optimize your outcome. Contact us today and schedule a consultation to discuss any issues you may have regarding a breach of contract claim or other lawsuit.

READ MORE +