Starting a business is an exciting time. You are at the start of a great journey and are excited by the challenges ahead. You have a great idea, but then you are confronted with a complex legal landscape. Here are some of the ways we can help.
Choosing the appropriate business entity
There are so many choices out there. A limited liability company may be the best idea, but there are tax consequences that should be considered, such as profits and losses passing through to your personal tax return. We can help you decide which business entity is right for you.
Registering your business entity
You can only register your business as a domestic entity in one state. But which one? Delaware is often chosen because of its laws that are favorable to businesses, but there are additional costs. So, for you, perhaps your home state is a better place to file. We can help you decide where to file, and then take care of filing for you.
Leasing commercial rental space
If you have ever rented an apartment, you know how complicated rental agreements can be. Commercial leases are much longer and filled with provisions that can be very detrimental to your business. They are almost always one-sided, drafted by large real estate corporations. Have you protected your new space in case your landlord loses the property to the bank? We can help you get, and keep, the perfect space to start your business.
Employment and staffing agreements
You are ready to hire your first employee but where do you begin? Or perhaps, you want to bring in a contract employee on a temporary basis. Many employment agencies charge large conversion fees and limit the services that can be performed. We can help make sure that you pay reasonable rates for your future team members.
Drafting sales representation agreements
You are ready to recruit a sales representative to help grow your business. But have you thought about what percentage of commission to offer your independent contractor? What territory will he or she have? We can help you make sure that you offer the proper incentives in order to help grow your business.
Drafting non-disclosure agreements
Sure, you want to trust your business partners, but you still want to make sure that they will not divulge any sensitive information about your business. But perhaps they want to make sure you keep their secrets as well? We can decide if a one-way or mutual confidentiality agreement is appropriate given the circumstances.