Starting and Operating

Our business law practice focuses on the legal and tax issues involved in forming, operating, and selling businesses. Whether setting up a Corporation or LLC, or needing an operating agreement, employment contract, or buy-sell agreement, you need experienced counsel with technical and practical knowledge.

An Ounce of Prevention

We emphasize business planning over litigation. Our goal is to help clients properly establish their businesses with the right agreements and documentation to minimize taxes and avoid disputes. Whether starting a business or already operating one, understanding the pros and cons of various entities protects personal assets. Proper planning also helps avoid conflicts with partners, vendors, and customers.

Factors to Consider

Before choosing an entity, it’s critical to understand administrative requirements, tax effects, and legal obligations. Whether you operate as a Sole Proprietor, LLC, or Corporation (including S Corporations), we can help you select the structure that maximizes your tax and legal advantages.

Transfer to New Owner

When it’s time to retire or transfer ownership, a strong business plan ensures a smooth transition to family, employees, or third parties. We understand the personal, legal, and tax complexities and help clients build solid plans to achieve their goals.

Summary

With deep experience in both law and accounting, we are uniquely positioned to advise on nearly any business arrangement. With proper planning, we help you start strong and stay on course for the long term.

Business Succession

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Buy Sell Agreements

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Business Setup & Planning

Work with an Experienced Michigan Business Lawyer The way you structure your business, legally and for tax purposes, has a direct impact on your income taxes, personal liability, succession planning, probate avoidance, and long-term wealth preservati… Read More
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Business Succession Planning

For many Michigan business owners, a company is more than a source of income. It represents a lifetime of risk, sacrifice, late nights, and personal identity. But the hard truth is this: without a thoughtful succession plan, most privately held busin… Read More
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Buy-Sell Agreements

Why Every Multi-Owner Business Needs a Buy-Sell Agreement Business owners almost always plan for growth, but almost never plan for the day an owner dies, becomes disabled, gets divorced, retires, or simply decides they’ve had enough. And yet those… Read More
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Operating & Shareholder Agreements

Why Every Closely Held Business Needs a Solid Operating or Shareholder Agreement Most small and mid-sized Michigan businesses start the same way: a couple of people with an idea, a handshake, and a belief that everything will always run smoothly. But… Read More
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