Areas of Practice

Business Acquisitions and Sales

Whether you have built a business and you are now at the point of looking for an exit, or you are looking to scratch your entrepreneurial itch by purchasing an existing small business or franchise - we can help. Speak to us today about what you will need to successfully complete your commercial transaction. We take pride in clearly explaining and navigating the often foggy landscape of what it takes to acquire or sell a business. We can provide comprehensive client service as counsel to new, emerging and established businesses of all kinds. Our experience with advising mid-sized and larger businesses of all kinds can expand your options and help you pursue new opportunities in your market long after formation. We serve as outside general counsel to companies in the manufacturing, media, and construction industry sectors.

Estate Planning

Not all estate plans are created equally, and an inferior plan can lead to unfulfilled intentions, strained relationships and wasted time. Passing on assets to loved ones should be done correctly. Our estate planning practice focus is on creating layered strategies for individuals and families that face estate tax issues coupled with generational transfers. We have broad and deep expertise ithat covers both financial and non-financial assets. Chances are we have helped clients with needs like yours. We offer solid  experience with helping clients prepare their important estate planning documents including: 

  • Complex Estate Planning

  • Complex Trusts - Intervivos and Testamentary

  • Family Limited Partnerships and Family Limited Liability Companies

Business Strategies

Our experience in business matters can guide you about the range of entity selection choices that are possible when forming a business. We can fully discuss with you the advantages and disadvantages of choosing a business corporation, a partnership, a Limited Liability Company, Limited Liability Partnership, or a Subchapter S corporation. We also advise professional practice groups in medicine, accounting and the law about managing the legal aspects of their work. Let us help you with:

  • Employment and executive compensation contract issues, restricted stock agreements, restricted unit agreements.

  • Noncompete and confidentiality agreements.

  • Internal Governance Matters such as amending operating agreements or corporate bylaws.

Estate Administration and Probate

Let’s face it - the death of a loved one is an emotional time for the entire family. Managing trusts and estates can be complex and comes at a difficult time for any family. Trustees and Executors of Wills must navigate complex legal and tax rules, administrative duties, and at times emotional decisions. We can help alleviate these challenges with proven expertise in handling trust administration and probate matters.