“Begin With The End In Mind." Whenever you start a journey it is important to know where you are going, know what you want to accomplish along the way, and to be prepared for possible scenarios at the end of the journey. This is true when starting a business (it is especially true when starting a business with others) and it is true when creating an estate plan. By planning now, you are able to have peace of mind by knowing you are prepared.
Our Business Law Practice:
Our team has extensive experience in starting, acquiring, operating and selling businesses and other assets. We understand the need to create the right structure and governance, the need to create the best protection from liability along with the appropriate tax treatment to meet the objectives of the founder(s). Businesses that plan and put in place the proper structure and governance are more likely to succeed and will be better prepared to deal with challenges along the way.
We are able to provide guidance in the creation of Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, or Partnerships. We are also able to advise in the creation of governance documents such as Shareholder Agreements, Operating Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Buy/Sell Agreements, and Purchase Agreements.
Our Business Law Practice Includes:
- Business/Strategic Planning;
- Formation of Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Joint Ventures;
- Corporate Governance, Compliance Training of Fiduciary Duties, Operating Agreements, Partnership Agreements, and Shareholder Agreements;
- Purchase and Sale of Businesses, Negotiation, Due Diligence, and Agreements;
- Private Equity Compliance, Reg D Exemptions, Private Offering Memorandums;
- Buy-Sell Agreements;
- Succession Planing, Valuation, and Tax Planning;
- Mediation and Dispute Resolution;
- Business Litigation; and
- Collections
Our Estate Planning Practice:
Contrary to popular belief, an estate plan is not just for the wealthy elite; it is important for each of us regardless of age, financial, or family status. What varies between clients is not the need for a plan, but the tools and techniques we use to meet our clients specific needs. We take a personal interest in the future of our clients’ families, and pride ourselves on delivering knowledgeable estate planning advice in a caring yet efficient manner. Our estate planning attorneys provide counsel and assistance in the following areas:
- Revocable and irrevocable trust creation;
- Conservatorships and guardianships;
- Durable powers of attorney;
- Family limited partnerships;
- Health care power of attorney;
- Living wills;
- Powers of attorney;
- Representation in Probate Court.