A Business Lawyer For Bespoke Business Formation Services
Starting a new business venture here in Michigan can be thrilling. But it can be the seemingly mundane details that ultimately determine whether your company is on the path to success or failure. Make sure your startup’s legal needs get the attention they deserve. The Law Office of Holly A. Jackson is here for you and your new business.
I am lawyer Holly A. Jackson. I use my over 15 years of legal experience to help entrepreneurs in the Grand Rapids area turn their business ideas and dreams into reality. I offer comprehensive support to guide you through every legal issue and challenge to help your business get started off strong.
Choosing The Right Entity For Your Business
Selecting the right business structure is a critical decision that can affect every aspect of your operation. Common options include:
- Sole proprietorship: Simple and straightforward, it can be ideal for solo entrepreneurs who aren’t looking for liability protection.
- Partnership: A simple, flexible structure for businesses with multiple owners.
- Corporation: A more complex structure that creates an entirely separate legal entity that protects shareholders from personal liability.
- Limited liability company (LLC): Combines the flexibility of a partnership with the liability protection of a corporation.
As a business lawyer, I can help you select an entity type that aligns with your business goals and needs.
Navigating LLC And Corporation Formation
As more complex business structures, LLCs and corporations come with additional legal concerns. This includes filing articles of incorporation/organization and creating bylaws/operating agreements. Such documents can set the blueprint for your business’s future. I can help you with each of these steps, always aiming to put your business in the best position to succeed.
Forming Contracts That Protect And Empower Your Business
As your business gets going, there are a wide range of important contracts you may form, including:
- Sales contracts
- Employment agreements
- Confidentiality agreements
- Noncompete agreements
- Vendor/supplier contracts
- Licensing agreements
- Real estate and lease agreements
I can draft and review such agreements for you to ensure they properly protect your interests and are consistent with your needs and goals.
Mergers And Acquisitions: Expand Your Business With Confidence
Opportunities for growth through mergers or acquisitions can present themselves early in your business journey. These transactions are intricate, involving many important issues, including:
- Business valuation
- Drafting merger/acquisition agreements
- Intellectual property considerations
- Regulatory compliance
- Ownership transitions
How these issues are addressed can have a big impact on whether or not a merger or acquisition actually realizes your goals for it. As an experienced business lawyer, I can guide you and advocate for your interests from the start of the process to its completion.
Start Your Business Off Right
Embarking on a new business adventure in Grand Rapids requires careful planning and decision-making. Get the legal guidance and support you need at this critical moment for your startup. Reach out to me today through email or by calling 616-420-4504 to learn more about how I can help with your goals for your new business.