Formation
of Business & Non-Profit Entities
We will
advise the advantages and disadvantages of various business and
non-profit entities (sole proprietorship, limited liability company,
general partnership, limited partnership, regular corporation, or S
corporation), so you can make an informed choice. We will then
prepare and file the necessary documents by fixed fees to form the
chosen entity, such as articles, bylaws, share certificates, and
minutes.
Early
Firm Ownership
We counsel
non-public business entities from the point of organization through
early round venture financing, until direct involvement of securities
counsel on an ongoing basis is necessary.
We assist
you in establishing proper transfer mechanisms for unanticipated deaths
and other situations, such as buy-sell agreements.
We provide real-time
business counseling in addition to document preparation services.
Strategic
planning and business focus is a value-added component which we
routinely supply. When securities, ERISA, complex international,
or other specialty legal issues arise, we associate appropriate outside
counsel and coordinate activities.
International
transactional planning and execution are available.
Documenting
Business Entities
Many
business and non-profit entities protect the owners from personal
liability. Proper corporate records and formalities regarding
meetings, elections of directors and officers, and preparation of
resolutions documenting the decision making process help maintain that
protection. We assist your firm to comply with formalities and
prepare necessary compliance documentation.
We assist
transfers of ownership interests, joint ventures, mergers, the purchase
or sale of a business or its assets, and the wind up and dissolution of
business entities.
Employment
We can
advise you on employment matters such as employment agreements, policies
and procedures, and compliance with state and federal labor laws,
including "bounty hunter" laws and wage and hour rules. We will assist you in internal
investigations of employee claims, including sexual harassment claims,
counseling on employee hiring, discipline and firing matters, employee
benefit plans, and advising on emerging employment issues, such as
privacy, electronic communications, violence, and substance abuse
issues.
Regulatory
Compliance
We can
identify laws that affect your firm and industry and implement plans for
compliance. We can identify and obtain licenses, permits, and
registrations from local, state, and federal agencies.
Preventative
Counseling and Internal Investigations
We
will provide preventative counseling and internal company audits, if necessary, to assist you to identify potential
criminal activity and assess the adequacy of internal policies and
procedures. We will assist your firm in implementing an
effective corporate compliance program.
Quick
Internal compliance audits often preclude civil and criminal
enforcement. Federal Sentencing Guidelines require rigorous
watchfulness by business executives.
International
Transactions
Today,
business are looking increasingly to international transactions to
obtain the cost savings they need to compete. International
transactions should be entered into small steps at a time, using
experienced international assistance. We are experienced with
international transactions, including contracting, joint venturing with
foreign agents and partners, and extending to the set up of foreign
affiliates to perform projects or conduct business.
Collections
and Dispute Resolution
We resolve disputes.
We work closely with you and seek creative solutions to get the result
you need.
