BUSINESS SERVICES

We regularly advise entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes in structuring, including start up companies, complex real estate holding companies, and the complicated relationships and issues involved. We provide consultation at the formative stage to help identify the appropriate legal structure and assist clients to properly document and establish operations. We work with business clients to understand their industries, goals, and challenges and take advantage of opportunities with creative but pragmatic legal counsel. As transactions and other needs arise, these efforts establish a solid foundation for growth and success.

We can assist with:

Asset Asquisitions
Due Diligence
Stock Purchase
Transactions

We can assist with:

Commercial Real Estate Financing
Equipment Financing
SBA Financing

The process of terminating a long term business relationship can be disruptive and challenging. We regularly assist business owners negotiate and implement plans for separating parties from ownership in the business with the goal of minimizing disruption to the business. We can assist with:

Buyout and Withdrawal Agreements
Mediation

Creating a transition plan for your family owned business can be challenging. We regularly help our clients develop goals, objectives and plans for transitioning their business to the next generation of owners. Establishing governance processes for family decision-making, including methods for dispute resolution, documenting a succession plan in writing and communicating that plan to family members are some key elements of a successful transition. A succession plan also should include a complete review of tax implications, estate planning considerations and financing options. We can help assure the continued success of your business.

We can assist with:

Construction
Financing
Leases
Purchase and Sale Transactions

We can assist with:

LLC Operating Agreements
Shareholder Agreements

The Internet has revolutionized the way business is conducted today. While the Internet and e-commerce provide opportunities for entrepreneurs and established companies, these opportunities come with risks. We help our clients identify these risks and structure their business operations to satisfy regulatory requirements, protect their customers and protect themselves. We can assist with:

Privacy Policy
Software Development
Terms and Conditions of Use

There are many important considerations in choosing the type of legal entity for operating your business and to protect your assets. We have experience guiding clients through this decision and structuring businesses entities to satisfy your business needs and maximize the protection they provide. We can assist with:

Limited Liability Companies
Corporations
Partnerships

We can assist with:

Venture Capital

We can assist with:

Employment Agreements
Employee Handbooks
Incentive Compensation
Restrictive Covenants – Non-competition, Non-solicitation, Nondisclosure Agreements
Workers Compensation

We can assist with:

Craft Breweries
Federal Permit
Labor and Employment
Off-Premises
On-Premises
Violations

We can assist with:

Tax Exempt Applications
Corporate Governance

We can assist with:

Succession Planning

We can assist with:

Convertible Debt
Corporate Governance
Debt Financing
Equity Financing-Venture Capital
Incentive Compensation
LLC Operating Agreements
Preferred Stock Offerings
Shareholder Agreements
Stock Option Plans

MEET THE BUSINESS SERVICES ATTORNEYS

Hayden R. Brainard, Jr.
Hayden R. Brainard, Jr.Partner
Business Services
Intellectual Property
Labor and Employment
Anthony N. Elia
Anthony N. EliaPartner
Business Services
Civil Litigation
Matrimonial and Family Law

MILLER MAYER

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