Corporate Law
Although the risk of litigation can never be entirely eliminated, its effects can be greatly reduced through proper planning. Forming a legal entity such as a corporation, limited liability company or limited partnership may help to shield your personal assets from the risks inherent in operating a successful business. Shareholder agreements, corporate bylaws, operating agreements and buy / sell agreements can help prevent problems amongst owners, members and shareholders. Of course, your business is only as strong as the individuals within it, and employment contracts can help keep your relationships with these individuals clearly-defined and mutually-beneficial. Likewise, numerous other contracts are sometimes necessary to operate a business in today’s litigious society, including, but definitely not limited to, customer contracts, supplier contracts and business leases. Even if you have existing contracts, it is generally a good idea to have an attorney review them periodically to keep them compliant with the ever changing laws, especially regarding such crucial issues as arbitration requirements, choice of forum, choice of law, mandatory mediation and non-compete, non-circumvent and non-solicitation clauses. Regardless of whether you need existing agreements reviewed or new agreements drafted, our attorneys can assist you with your corporate law needs.