Business Organizations & Commercial Transactions

With over 80 years of practice in business organization and commercial transactions, the attorneys at LeVander, Gillen & Miller, P.A. have the breadth and depth of experience to handle even the most sophisticated matters facing our business clients. Whether it is business start-up issues, ongoing acquisition and transactional matters, or impending termination of a business entity, the Firm's Business Organization and Commercial Transactions Practice Group is prepared and committed to handling all of your corporate matters from beginning to end. The members of the Business Organizations and Commercial Transactions Practice Group are regularly engaged in the following types of matters:

Selection of Business Entity ~ Choosing the form of the organization is one of the fundamental decisions a new business owner faces. Our attorneys will explain the advantages and disadvantages of all types of business entities and will assist you in selecting the entity most suitable for your needs, including but not limited to: Sole Proprietorships, General Partnerships, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Limited Liability Partnerships, Non-Profit Corporations, Assumed Names, S-Corps, C-Corps, and other entities.

The Operating Business ~ Once the organization is up-and-running, our attorneys provide counsel on issues raised in the day-to-day operations of your business, such as employee matters, compliance issues, contract analysis, lease negotiation and drafting, real estate transactions, sales and acquisitions, letters of intent, non-competition agreements, license agreements, sales or distributorship agreements, manufacturing agreements, buy-sell agreements, and financial transactions, including letters of credit and bank loan document analysis.

Sale and Purchase ~ If you are buying or selling a business or its assets, we ensure that your commercial transaction is properly structured and closed. Our experienced commercial attorneys draft all the necessary contracts and agreements to protect your interests. In addition, we help you to structure your commercial transaction to maximize your gain and minimize the tax consequences. We ensure that your interest in collateral is protected through proper UCC filings and the creation of security interests. As part of our detailed closing process, we thoroughly document actions in the corporate record books and provide the parties with an accurate transcript of the closing.

Succession Planning ~ Preparing for the transition to the next generation of management and ownership is critical to the long-term success of a business. The careful planning and implementation of the transfer of ownership and control of a business can mean the difference between ongoing success and impending failure. The Firm has represented generations of owners in the successful planning of these types of transitions, and we look forward to assisting you in ensuring the future success of your business.

Commercial Litigation ~ Although it is our goal to avoid unnecessary litigation, occasionally the need to go to court arises. In such cases, you can trust that our experienced and aggressive commercial litigation attorneys possess the skills necessary to win your case. Our Litigation Team works vigorously to successfully represent your interest through trial and, if necessary, through appeal. In addition to helping you win your case, our Litigation Team will work with you to make informed business and personal decisions associated with the litigation, so that the outcome of the case best suits your specific needs and/or the needs of your business.

Whatever the nature of the transaction, the attorneys in the Business Organizations and Commercial Transactions Practice Group have the experience, skill, sophistication, and resources to successfully represent your business and business interests. We enjoy helping our clients create new opportunities, and we bring the necessary commitment and vision to the task. At LeVander, Gillen & Miller, P.A., our business is helping your business succeed.

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