Business & Corporate Law Attorneys
Legal Counsel for Every Stage of Your Business
From the first filing that brings a company into existence to the transaction that marks its sale or wind-down, businesses face legal decisions at every stage of their life cycle. Premier Legal Solutions LLC advises entrepreneurs, startups, family-owned companies, and established businesses on the full range of business and corporate law matters, including entity formation, corporate governance, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and dissolution.
Our attorneys are licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Washington, and we counsel clients on business matters in the jurisdictions where we are admitted to practice. Whether you are launching a new venture, restructuring an existing company, negotiating a major transaction, or seeking ongoing outside general counsel, our firm works to understand your business objectives and deliver practical, business-minded legal guidance.
Business Formation & Entity Selection
Choosing the right legal structure is one of the most consequential early decisions a business owner makes. It affects personal liability exposure, taxation, management structure, capital raising, and the eventual sale or transfer of the business. Our attorneys help founders and business owners evaluate and form the entity that fits their goals, including:
- Limited liability companies (LLCs), including preparation and filing of articles of organization (also called certificates of formation in some states) and customized operating agreements
- Corporations, including preparation and filing of articles of incorporation, corporate bylaws, initial resolutions, and stock issuance documentation
- S corporation elections, including evaluating eligibility and preparing and filing IRS Form 2553, often in coordination with our tax practice
- Partnerships and professional entities, where appropriate for the client’s industry and circumstances
Beyond the initial filing, we assist with the practical steps that get a business operational: obtaining an EIN, state and local business registration, foreign qualification for companies operating in more than one state, registered agent designations, and annual report compliance.
Corporate Governance & Ongoing Compliance
A well-governed company protects its owners and positions itself for growth, investment, and eventual sale. We help businesses build and maintain sound governance practices, including:
- Shareholders agreements addressing ownership rights, transfer restrictions, buy-sell provisions, and dispute resolution mechanisms
- Operating agreements for LLCs, tailored to single-member companies, multi-member ventures, and manager-managed structures
- Corporate bylaws and amendments
- Board and shareholder resolutions, including unanimous written consents and resolutions authorizing significant corporate actions
- Meeting minutes and corporate recordkeeping
- Corporate amendments, including amendments to articles of incorporation or organization, name changes, changes in registered agents, and conversions or restructurings
We also counsel officers, directors, managers, and members on their fiduciary duties and on the governance questions that arise in the day-to-day operation of a business.
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Buying or selling a business is often the most significant transaction of an owner’s life. Our attorneys represent buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures across a range of industries and deal sizes. Our M&A services include:
- Letters of intent (LOIs) and term sheets that frame the transaction before definitive agreements are signed
- Due diligence, including reviewing corporate records, contracts, employment matters, and liabilities, and organizing responses for sellers
- Asset purchase agreements for the sale or purchase of business assets
- Stock purchase agreements and other equity purchase and sale transactions
- Membership interest purchase agreements for LLC ownership transfers
- Mergers, consolidations, and corporate reorganizations
- Divestitures and the sale of divisions, subsidiaries, or business lines
- Negotiation of representations and warranties, indemnification provisions, earnouts, escrows, non-competition covenants, and transition services arrangements
We work closely with clients’ accountants, lenders, and brokers to move transactions from letter of intent to closing efficiently, and we coordinate with our tax attorneys on deal structure where tax considerations are significant.
Business Contracts & Commercial Transactions
Contracts are the foundation of every business relationship. We draft, review, and negotiate the agreements businesses rely on every day, including service agreements, vendor and supplier contracts, independent contractor agreements, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), commercial leases, loan documents, and partnership and joint venture agreements.
Outside General Counsel Services
Many small and mid-sized businesses need regular access to legal counsel but are not ready to hire an in-house attorney. Through our outside general counsel arrangements, Premier Legal Solutions LLC serves as an ongoing legal resource for your company — reviewing contracts, advising on governance and compliance, supporting negotiations, and helping you identify legal issues before they become disputes. This gives growing businesses predictable access to experienced business counsel at a fraction of the cost of an in-house legal department.
Business Dissolution & Wind-Down
When a business reaches the end of its life cycle — whether by choice, retirement, owner disputes, or market conditions — an orderly dissolution protects owners from lingering liability. We guide clients through voluntary dissolution, including member and shareholder approvals, filing articles of dissolution, winding up business affairs, notifying creditors, resolving outstanding obligations, and distributing remaining assets. We also advise owners navigating deadlock and exit disputes, buyouts of departing owners, and the separation of business partners.
Related Practice Areas
Business legal needs rarely exist in isolation. Clients of our business and corporate practice frequently benefit from the firm’s related practice areas, including:
Tax law
entity tax planning, S corporation elections, and transaction tax structuring
Employment law
employment agreements, handbooks, and workforce compliance
Business and employment Immigration law
employment-based visas and I-9 compliance for businesses hiring foreign talent
Nonprofit law
formation of nonprofit corporations, 501(c)(3) applications, and nonprofit governance, and grant writing
Why Businesses Work With Premier Legal Solutions LLC
Practical, business-first advice
We aim to deliver guidance you can act on, not memos that sit on a shelf.
Multi-state capability
Our attorneys are licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Washington.
Full-service support
With related practices in tax, employment, immigration, and nonprofit law, we can address the interconnected legal needs of your business under one roof.
Responsive counsel
We strive to be accessible and to keep clients informed at every stage of a matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I form an LLC or a corporation?
It depends on your goals for liability protection, taxation, management, and future investment. LLCs offer flexibility and pass-through taxation by default, while corporations may be preferable for businesses seeking venture capital or planning to issue multiple classes of stock. An attorney can help you weigh these factors alongside your accountant’s tax advice.
Do I need an operating agreement if I’m the only owner of my LLC?
While many states do not require one, a written operating agreement is generally advisable even for single-member LLCs. It reinforces the separation between you and the business, and banks, lenders, and future investors or buyers often ask to see it.
What is due diligence in a business sale?
Due diligence is the investigation a buyer conducts before closing — reviewing the target company’s contracts, financial records, corporate documents, employees, litigation history, and liabilities. Sellers benefit from preparing for diligence early, and buyers rely on it to confirm what they are purchasing and to negotiate protections in the purchase agreement.
What is the difference between an asset purchase and a stock purchase?
In an asset purchase, the buyer acquires specific assets (and sometimes specific liabilities) of the business. In a stock or membership interest purchase, the buyer acquires the ownership of the entity itself, including its assets and liabilities. The choice affects liability exposure, taxes, contract assignments, and more, and is one of the first structural decisions in any deal.
Contact Our Business & Corporate Law Attorneys
If you have a business or corporate law matter in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Oregon, or Washington, the attorneys at Premier Legal Solutions LLC are available to discuss your situation. Call (267) 245-0649 to schedule a consultation.
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