Small Business

Entity Formation (LLCs and Corporations)

Choosing the right structure is more than filing paperwork. We advise on whether an LLC or corporation fits your goals, liability concerns, and operational realities, then handle formation from start to finish—drafting and filing documents, organizing governance basics, and helping you set up clean records from day one. The result is a business entity that’s built to operate smoothly and stand up to scrutiny from partners, lenders, and future buyers.

Contracts that Support Growth

Every business runs on contracts—vendor agreements, customer terms, service contracts, independent contractor arrangements, and more. We review, draft, and negotiate agreements with an eye toward practical risk management: clear scopes of work, payment terms, deliverables, warranties, confidentiality, non-solicitation/non-compete where appropriate, and dispute resolution provisions. Our goal is simple: reduce surprises, strengthen your negotiating position, and ensure the agreement matches how your business actually operates.

Leasing and Real Estate for Operations

Commercial leases can lock you into significant financial and operational obligations. Whether you’re signing your first lease, renewing, expanding, or negotiating tenant improvements, we help you understand what you’re agreeing to and push for terms that protect your cash flow and flexibility. That includes rent escalations, maintenance obligations, assignment/subletting rights, default provisions, personal guarantees, and exit options.

Business Sales, Purchases, and Transitions

Buying or selling a business is often one of the biggest transactions an owner will ever complete. We guide clients through key deal points and documentation, including letters of intent, asset or stock purchase agreements, due diligence support, and closing coordination. We focus on protecting your interests while keeping the process moving—so you can transition with clarity and confidence.

Succession Planning and Continuity

A strong succession plan protects your family, your employees, and your customers. We help owners plan for retirement, disability, unexpected events, and leadership transitions, coordinating business planning with broader estate planning when needed. This can include management succession, ownership transfers, and practical “what happens if” planning that keeps the business stable.

Shareholder/Operating Agreements

When there’s more than one owner, clear rules prevent costly disputes. We draft and update shareholder agreements (corporations) and operating agreements (LLCs) to address decision-making, voting rights, roles, capital contributions, distributions, buy-sell provisions, valuation methods, restrictions on transfers, and dispute resolution.