Nearly 30 Years Of Representing Businesses And Their Owners

Business Transactions

The business department is composed of attorneys with backgrounds and experience in all aspects of starting a business through its growth. The department represents investors, entrepreneurs, inventors and established businesses in the following areas:

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Banking & Finance
Business, Corporate and Partnership Transactions
Collection & Creditor Rights
Corporate Formation, Reorganization, and Dissolution-Profit and Non-Profit
Environmental Law and Agricultural
Escrow Transactions
Estate Planning, Probate & Tax
General and Limited Partnerships
Intellectual Property
Litigation
Purchase and Sale Agreements
Purchase and Sale of Stock or Business Assets
Secured and Unsecured Transactions
Shareholder Buy-Sell Agreements

California Business Transactions FAQ

Our Coleman & Horowitt, LLP, attorneys are skilled in business law. We can answer any of your concerns, including:

What are the benefits of having a lawyer review a purchase and sale agreement?

The transactions of a business often follow the terms and conditions laid out in a purchase and sale agreement, helping to protect all parties involved. A lawyer experienced in business law can review intricate details in transaction agreements and provide useful insights.

The main advantage of having a lawyer present for a business transaction is to help ensure clients are protected from future litigation issues. This can be done by ensuring a contract is well-written, clear, consistent and void of any confusing language or jargon.

A business purchase and sale agreement should reflect the interests of each party. Making a transaction agreement can take time and work. Having attorney guidance can help save time through speedier contract negotiations and save money that might have been squandered on unnecessary and expensive litigation.

How can a business attorney help with corporate formation?

There are a lot of steps and considerations when organizing a business. A lawyer can help identify a business plan and draft necessary documents, such as employee contracts and partnership agreements. They can also help business owners protect valuable intellectual property, draft tax forms and secure permits and licenses. One major focus is corporate formation.

Corporate formation is the organization of shareholder, director and partnership relationships and structuring. Every state has unique corporate laws that businesses must follow. Furthermore, businesses may need to learn about their duty of care to the corporation and understand liability. A lawyer can help identify the steps businesses need to take regarding corporate formation.

Why is it important to have a legal professional handle estate planning for a business owner?

Many business owners have estate plans, which help them organize the distribution of business and other assets. One popular use of an estate plan is creating a trust to smooth the transition of a business after the owner dies. Estate planning allows them to develop a business succession plan to decide the future use of their business.

The succession plan can strategize the transition of ownership and operation to a partner or future generation. For the best results in fitting a business succession plan into your estate plan, consider legal guidance. An experienced attorney can help you create a solid success plan.

Learn More About How Our Team Can Assist You

Reach out to us for legal advice and help with any business transaction in California. Contact Coleman & Horowitt, LLP, by calling 559-248-4820 or sending us an email.