BUSINESS LAW
Which Business Entity is right for me?
Attorney Marino can provide advice and counsel on how to choose the most advantageous form of business entity, such as a sole proprietor, partnership, professional corporation, S corporation, C corporation, limited liability company or limited liability partnership. In many cases, the tax consequences are the most important part of this decision. As such, Attorney Marino can work closely with your accountant and you to ensure what option is right for you.
How do I officially form my company?
Attorney Marino can prepare all the necessary paperwork including getting your Federal Tax ID number as well as drafting and filing organizational documents such as Articles of Organization, General and Limited Partnership Agreements, and Limited Liability Company Operation Agreement. In addition, Attorney Marino can prepare minutes of shareholder and directors meetings and review corporate records and ensure you comply with the legal formalities of you business.
General Business Advice
Attorney Marino has a unique understanding of what it takes to own and run a business since he worked as a business owner for many years before starting his legal practice. He can provide you with general business and practical advice relating to all aspects of operation a business, including employment issues, contracts, Buy-Sell Agreements and other important matters that can affect your business success or failure.
Do I have any unique issues as a small family business?
Small, family owned or closely held businesses have unique problems. One important aspect is how the business will transition should one of the partners or family members become seriously ill or die. Attorney Marino can assist you on matters relating to trusts and wills, as well as to succession planning, the use of stock transfer restrictions, voting trusts, deferred compensation agreements and shareholder agreements.