At NSM, we assist our clients with a variety of business and corporate needs. Those clients can often range from large national corporations to small local businesses. Those services include, but are not limited to, business formation and entity selection, strategic business planning, and preparation of corporate documents and agreements. Our office also helps clients with the purchase and sale of LLC interest, corporate stock, and company membership. Whether you are an individual, business, or corporation, we offer legal services that can help meet your business needs.

Business Formation

A key initial step in establishing a business is ensuring protection for both the owner(s) and the business itself. The goals for you and your business will influence the choice of business structure and formation. There are plenty of options ranging from a sole proprietorship to a partnership, to a limited liability company, and more. Properly forming and registering your business from the outset can mitigate the risk of future legal action. At NSM we have years of experience, knowledge, and skills to advise you and your business.

Business Purchases and Sales

Buying or selling a business of any kind, just like any other investment, requires due diligence. From a buyer’s perspective, it is important to have a resource that can help you review financial records, draft contracts and agreements, comply with respective legal requirements, and more.  From a seller’s perspective, it is important to have a resource that can help you valuate the business, gather the necessary financial and legal documents, address any potential issues, and more. All parties to the transaction will benefit from the details of the transaction being reduced down to a clear and detailed contract. Furthermore, buyers and sellers benefit significantly from a resource that facilitates business valuation, accurately conveys the details of the transaction, and supports fair price negotiations. The last thing any party to a transaction likes to consider is the risk of future litigation so it is valuable to mitigate that risk to the extent possible upfront. The lawyers at NSM have helped facilitate and negotiate the purchase and sale of small and large businesses in the best interest of their clients.

Strategic Business Planning

 Strategic business planning is crucial because the conditions of a business and the factors influencing the business can change. Business owners may find it challenging at times to take a step back and assess their overall business plan. However, it is important to make sure you are allocating resources and taking proactive steps towards your long-term vision for you and the business. At NSM we have lawyers that are experienced in a wide range of business planning which makes us effective in tailoring strategic business solutions to a client’s particular needs. Effective strategic business planning can help clients manage risk, address, or anticipate challenges, identify risks, and develop contingency plans. Effective business planning can provide peace of mind regarding progress toward long-term goals, allowing the business owners to focus on operating their business.

 Preparation of Corporate Documents and Agreements

Regardless of whether you are buying, selling, or operating a business, you should rely on experienced attorneys who can help draft the necessary documents and agreements to protect your best interests. It is best practice to have business agreements reduced to writing that is thorough and agreed upon by both parties. This protects the interests of both parties and can reduce the risk of costly future litigation. Some common corporate documents and agreements include asset purchase agreements, LLC membership assignments, corporate stock purchase agreements, bills of sale, and non-compete agreements. The attorneys at NSM have experience helping clients and their businesses safeguard their interests and conduct business.

At NSM, we understand that every legal matter is unique. Therefore, we offer comprehensive legal services tailored to the specific needs of businesses and corporations of all varieties. Please reach out and contact us to learn more.