Practice area 04
Business formation
& contracts.
The cheapest lawsuit is the one a good contract prevented. We help businesses start on solid footing and put clear agreements in place with partners, customers, and vendors.
The cheapest lawsuit is the one a good contract prevented. We help businesses start on solid footing and put clear agreements in place with partners, customers, and vendors.
Choosing between LLC and corporation, filing with the state, and initial organizational documents.
Ownership, voting, buy-sell provisions, and what happens if an owner leaves or dies.
Service agreements, terms and conditions, and purchase terms tailored to your business.
Plain-English review of contracts someone else drafted, with suggested changes.
Offer letters, independent contractor agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
Letters of intent, due diligence, and asset or stock purchase agreements for small businesses.
Clear duties and buyout terms let you resolve it without court.
Payment terms, late fees, and attorney's fee provisions strengthen your position.
Buy-sell terms keep the business running and the family treated fairly.
It depends on your ownership plans, investors, and tax situation. We'll discuss the legal differences and recommend coordinating with your CPA on tax treatment.
Templates can work for simple situations, but they often miss the issues that cause disputes later. A review can be a cost-effective middle ground.