Business & Corporate Law


LAWRENCE & ASSOCIATES, INC., advises and
represents companies and entrepreneurs with a broad range of business related services. We advise our clients
on business law, start-up assistance relating to the formation of an entity, the protection of a trademark or
license agreement and assist with buying, selling and financing of a business.
Business Startup Services
Starting a business requires thorough planning. We assist business owners in the
formation of legally sound business entities and help entrepreneurs devise business strategies that help them
achieve their goals. We advise on the business startup and formation process including issues related to
selection of entity type and jurisdiction.
• C-corporation
formation
• S-corporation formation
• Limited liability company (LLC) formation
• Partnership formation (including LLP and FLLP)
• Stock purchases
• Asset purchases
• Joint ventures
Buying and Selling Businesses
We guide business owners in the multi-stage process of buying or selling a business
including:
• Advising on the structure of the transaction
• Negotiation of terms and drafting of the deal
memorandum
• Advising sellers on legal strategies to address issues
raised during the due diligence process
• Advising buyers on conducting legal due
diligence
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating the extensive
documentation involved in a business transaction, such as asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements and
security agreements
Preparation and Review of Business
Contracts
We consult with business owners to draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to
various business activities, including:
• Buy-sell agreements
• Lease agreements
• Service contracts
• Releases and waivers
• Property agreements
• Shareholder agreements
• Operating agreements
If you would like further information about a
business matter, please contact us for a no-cost initial
consultation.
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