Startup Counseling

What kind of corporation should you set up for your business, and why? How do you limit your company’s legal expenses while protecting yourself? How do you trademark your business name and/or logo in the right way to protect your intellectual property? These are just some of the questions you may have before starting up your company and we are here to guide you through them.

Formation of a Corporation, LLC or Partnership

Forming a business entity may include drafting articles such as bylaws, operating agreements, or partnership agreements. We can help you obtain your Employer Identification Number (EIN) and file the statement of information. For a corporation, we can also create stock option plans and agreements (when relevant) as well as prepare any related documentation to ensure your business foundation is compliant from the start.

Founders, Operating, and Limited Partnership Agreements

As soon as you start your business, it is vital to have agreements – such as licensing and confidentiality agreements – in writing, especially if you are going into business with more than one person. Our attorneys can assist in drafting these agreements to strengthen the foundation of your business.

Employment and Consulting Agreements

Employment agreements, employee handbooks, and independent contractor agreements (only if appropriate) are all vital as soon as you hire your first employee – or begin working with an independent contractor. We are here to draft these for you so you and your business are protected.

Website Terms

We help you draft the terms of service, terms and conditions, terms of use, and privacy policy for your website – and keep them up-to-date – to ensure your business foundation is compliant.

Commercial Contracts
We offer commercial contracts services, including the drafting of service, partnering, vendor/supplier, and reseller agreements. We also help in the creation of the terms and conditions that go in the invoices your company sends out.

Corporate Governance
Our corporate governance service centers around matters of the board of directors and stockholder/voting agreements. We also ensure your corporate board minutes are up to date and, at the very least, completed annually.

Mergers & Acquisitions
We prepare the letter of intent and participate in the due diligence checks, including (but not limited to): review of company finances; employee agreements and wage and hour liability; intellectual property; and pending litigation involving the acquiring and/or acquired company and its potential risks.

After the due diligence checks, we help structure the acquisition or merger, including: drafting the definitive and non-compete agreements; handling representations and warranties; transferring of technology and intellectual property licenses from one entity to another; and any other documents required to satisfy the closing conditions.

Investments
Our team provides advice concerning the drafting, negotiation, and performance of contracts for the sale of a business, including public offerings and the sale of the company’s stocks and memberships in a private offering.

Business Transactions:
We negotiate, draft, and review all types of contracts and agreements associated with the activities of the business, including distribution, manufacturing, licensing, outsourcing and other agreements.