For many people, starting and running a successful business is the American dream. An experienced small business attorney can help you to make sure all your affairs are in order so you can get your business started the right way. Satterwhite Law has helped countless clients to start small-to medium-sized businesses by ensuring that the whole process goes smoothly. And, once your business is up and running, we can help you with any future needs you may have, including commercial transactions, lease agreements, real estate matters, contracts and business litigation.
To help you get started, Satterwhite Law has developed a brief and non-exhaustive checklist of important items to consider when forming a new business. We can help you through the entire process of getting your business up and running:
1. Key contacts:
- Talk to a lawyer about protection from liability and other legal issues.
- Talk to a certified public accountant about tax issues.
- Talk to a professional at a financial institution about financing the start-up.
- Talk to an insurance professional.
2. Confer with your attorney to select the best business entity for your particular company:
- Sole Proprietor
- Partnership
- Limited liability company
- Corporation – “Chapter S”
- Corporation – “Chapter C”
- Other
3. Obtain an Employer Tax Identification Number from the Internal Revenue Service.
4. Open a business bank account with the financial institution of your choosing.
5. Obtain a state business license.
6. Obtain a city business license.
7. Make plans to file initial, quarterly and annual tax forms and other reports with the state, county, and city.
In the process of starting a new business, choosing the right type of business entity is extremely important. It impacts nearly everything you do in your business and largely defines your level of personal liability, should legal issues arise. Satterwhite Law will help you make an informed decision that fits best with your business plan and goals.
We help clients with the following types of corporate formations:
- Subchapter C-Corporation
- Subchapter S-Corporation
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
- Partnership
- Sole Proprietorship
- Many others
It is important to understand the implications of choosing one type of business entity over another. The personalized service we provide will help you make sense of all the details and make a sound business decision.
Commercial transactions can become complicated and frequently involve detailed contracts and other instruments that can have a direct impact on your rights, responsibilities and liability risks. Satterwhite Law has the experience and knowledge to guide you through these complex commercial transactions—from the purchase or sale of a business or property to protecting your intellectual property.
Our experience in commercial transactions includes drafting and reviewing lease agreements and contracts, financing for business or property purchases, selling off businesses and submitting bids for governmental contracts. We also have substantial experience handling local governmental matters, which provides a distinct advantage for our clients who may need governmental approval for certain aspects of a project.
Real estate matters can involve many different parties with a variety of conflicting interests. Satterwhite Law represents residential and commercial clients in a wide variety of real estate issues—from representation in a purchase or sale of real estate to litigation in a boundary line or ownership dispute. No matter what the issue, you can count on us to ensure that your interests are protected.
Our team’s experience with local governmental law is a significant asset if your matter involves issues like zoning, land use or eminent domain. We also have extensive experience with financing, investment property, landlord-tenant issues and others.
When litigation is involved, count on Satterwhite Law for skilled representation and personalized service. We take the time to listen to you and handle every aspect of your case so you can concentrate on running your business.
Our attorneys' only goal in these cases is to obtain the best possible result for you, including legal costs. We will keep you informed of the progress of your case at every step in the process. You will deal directly with your attorney at all times. You will never be asked to work with a paralegal or other staff member.
Among the business litigation issues we handle are:
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Initial Public Offerings
- Private Company Financing
- Corporate By-laws and Company Agreements
- Contract Disputes
- Partnership Disputes
- Shareholder Disputes
- Collections
For many people, starting and running a successful business is the American dream. An experienced small business attorney can help you to make sure all your affairs are in order so you can get your business started the right way. Satterwhite Law has helped countless clients to start small-to medium-sized businesses by ensuring that the whole process goes smoothly. And, once your business is up and running, we can help you with any future needs you may have, including commercial transactions, lease agreements, real estate matters, contracts and business litigation.
To help you get started, Satterwhite Law has developed a brief and non-exhaustive checklist of important items to consider when forming a new business. We can help you through the entire process of getting your business up and running:
1. Key contacts:
- Talk to a lawyer about protection from liability and other legal issues.
- Talk to a certified public accountant about tax issues.
- Talk to a professional at a financial institution about financing the start-up.
- Talk to an insurance professional.
2. Confer with your attorney to select the best business entity for your particular company:
- Sole Proprietor
- Partnership
- Limited liability company
- Corporation – “Chapter S”
- Corporation – “Chapter C”
- Other
3. Obtain an Employer Tax Identification Number from the Internal Revenue Service.
4. Open a business bank account with the financial institution of your choosing.
5. Obtain a state business license.
6. Obtain a city business license.
7. Make plans to file initial, quarterly and annual tax forms and other reports with the state, county, and city.
In the process of starting a new business, choosing the right type of business entity is extremely important. It impacts nearly everything you do in your business and largely defines your level of personal liability, should legal issues arise. Satterwhite Law will help you make an informed decision that fits best with your business plan and goals.
We help clients with the following types of corporate formations:
- Subchapter C-Corporation
- Subchapter S-Corporation
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
- Partnership
- Sole Proprietorship
- Many others
It is important to understand the implications of choosing one type of business entity over another. The personalized service we provide will help you make sense of all the details and make a sound business decision.
Commercial transactions can become complicated and frequently involve detailed contracts and other instruments that can have a direct impact on your rights, responsibilities and liability risks. Satterwhite Law has the experience and knowledge to guide you through these complex commercial transactions—from the purchase or sale of a business or property to protecting your intellectual property.
Our experience in commercial transactions includes drafting and reviewing lease agreements and contracts, financing for business or property purchases, selling off businesses and submitting bids for governmental contracts. We also have substantial experience handling local governmental matters, which provides a distinct advantage for our clients who may need governmental approval for certain aspects of a project.
Real estate matters can involve many different parties with a variety of conflicting interests. Satterwhite Law represents residential and commercial clients in a wide variety of real estate issues—from representation in a purchase or sale of real estate to litigation in a boundary line or ownership dispute. No matter what the issue, you can count on us to ensure that your interests are protected.
Our team’s experience with local governmental law is a significant asset if your matter involves issues like zoning, land use or eminent domain. We also have extensive experience with financing, investment property, landlord-tenant issues and others.
When litigation is involved, count on Satterwhite Law for skilled representation and personalized service. We take the time to listen to you and handle every aspect of your case so you can concentrate on running your business.
Our attorneys' only goal in these cases is to obtain the best possible result for you, including legal costs. We will keep you informed of the progress of your case at every step in the process. You will deal directly with your attorney at all times. You will never be asked to work with a paralegal or other staff member.
Among the business litigation issues we handle are:
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Initial Public Offerings
- Private Company Financing
- Corporate By-laws and Company Agreements
- Contract Disputes
- Partnership Disputes
- Shareholder Disputes
- Collections
