Business Law
Transactions • Legal Counsel • Litigation
Nassie Law has the resources, experience and skill to handle a wide range of business transactions, and business litigation. Our goal in every business matter is to preserve our clients’ bottom lines while protecting and furthering their business interests.
Whether you need legal counsel on a proposed new business venture, transactional assistance with financing or contracts, or representation in court in a business dispute, our experienced attorneys are prepared to assist.
Handling the diverse needs of business
Nassie Law has built a business law practice that goes far beyond our Orange County roots. We bring a wealth of business experience to any transaction, large or small. We listen carefully, determine the client’s goals, and strive to obtain the best possible result in these and other business law matters:
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Nassie Law a business law practice positioned to handle every legal issue involved in the formation of a business. We have the resources to help you form and position your company to operate exclusively in California or across the country.
With an experienced support staff devoted to our business law clientele, we have the legal knowledge and focus to ensure your new business venture is handled properly and with diligence. We provide counsel during business formation and choice of entity for both privately and publicly held companies.
If you are planning to start a business get sound counsel on the legal aspects of its organization. Contact Nassie Lawto schedule a consultation.
Helping you choose the right entity when you start a business
There are many ways to structure a business organization, and choosing the most advantageous one for your specific business is essential. A few of the more common types of business entities are sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and limited liability partnerships (LLPs). When considering which type of business entity to choose, the issues to consider include:
The number of parties who will be involved in owning and managing the business
The degree of personal financial risk the owners can tolerate while operating the business
The tax consequences of choosing a particular business entity
There are advantages and disadvantages to any choice of entity. Our lawyers will listen as you discuss your goals and management style, then assist you in selecting the business organization that is most advantageous to you.
Ensuring the details are handled correctly
Our firm handles all the details of starting a business. We conduct due diligence, provide counsel on regulatory issues, and make sure that financing arrangements are solid. To complete the formal legal structure of your business, we handle tasks such as:
Preparation of articles of incorporation or organization, operating agreements, partnership agreements, shareholder agreements and management agreements
Structuring ownership interests, issuing stock
Any necessary registration your business with the state(s)
In all cases, our focus is on protecting our clients’ interests at every step.
Reviewing and Litigating Business Contracts
Contracts are at the heart of operating a business. Supplier contracts, operating contracts, and employment contracts are only a few of the types of contracts that control the way a company conducts its business. Because contracts are so central, disputes arising from them can be disruptive and expensive.
At Nassie Law our attorneys protect businesses from litigation by preparing contracts that hold up. However, disputes still arise. When they occur, we vigorously defend our clients’ interests during negotiation, mediation and trial.
Business contract drafting
We draft and review contracts of all types. Some recent examples of the complex contracts we prepare include:
Joint venture agreements
Employment agreements
Stock option agreements
Non-compete agreements
Confidentiality agreements
Buy-sell agreements
Partnership agreements
Licensing agreements
Structured loan and financing agreements
Business formation documents, including those for limited liability companies (LLCs) and partnerships
Requests for proposal/requests for bid
Contract litigation
Even the most carefully prepared contract can result in litigation. When that happens, our attorneys try to help clients resolve the dispute in the most cost-effective and timely way. We provide clients with our analysis of the situation, and we recommend the course of action most likely to get the result needed by our client.
Our lawyers handle any type of contract dispute, including:
Insurance disputes
Breach of contract in business and real estate
Collection matters
Violation of restrictive covenants
Violation of trade secrets agreements
Violation of non-compete clauses
Commercial lease disputes
Shareholder disputes
Partnership disputes
Licensing violations
Internal disputes and separations
Contact an experienced lawyer at Nassie Law for any matter related to business contracts. Our firm is well positioned to serve companies throughout California.
The corporate practice at Nassie Law offers comprehensive client service across the spectrum of organizational needs from business entity selection and registration to the resolution of disputes within partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies.
Our clients include entrepreneurs, recent startups, established family businesses, real estate professionals, high-tech companies, and those involved in the purchase, sale or restructuring of business assets. We integrate our understanding of our clients’ practical business demands into our role as corporate counsel to make sure that our solutions fit their circumstances and objectives.
Integrated Client Service across the Range of Corporate Law Issues
The combination of personal service and sophisticated experience we offer can help you find the right solution in situations such as the following:
Business entity selection, formation and registration
Advice and documentation for articles of incorporation, initial organizing minutes, bylaws, stock certificates, investment representation letters, and required government filings
Qualification to do business in other states
Preparation, review and amendment of shareholder or operating agreements, buy-sell agreements, employee or executive stock options, and other documentation that can affect future equity interests
Evaluation of potential corporate names, trademarks or service marks for general or local availability and conflicts
Cooperation with financial and accounting professionals regarding initial capitalization
Advice concerning shareholder and directors’ minutes, special meetings or elections in order to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance and avoid liability
Negotiation, documentation and due diligence as required in business purchase, sale or merger transactions, including advice as to structuring the transaction
Some clients depend on our attorneys for comprehensive corporate or partnership advice in the context of a continuing general counsel relationship. Other companies tap into our highly focused experience with corporate law issues on an as needed basis.
Business Operations and Contracts
It’s one thing to get an attorney’s advice about the legal options, opportunities and risks involved in a given contract or sequence of transactions. It’s quite another to know that you can depend on a team of attorneys for operational advice that takes into full account the realities of your business, your market, your budget and your goals.
Our business experience and familiarity with the demand of novel or highly sophisticated business contracts make us a savvy choice for businesses ranging from startups to established businesses of all sizes.
Our clients include real estate professionals, lenders, bankers, investors, entrepreneurs, small business owners, title insurance companies, escrow companies, professional practice groups, chemical manufacturing companies, design companies, non-profits and many more. Some clients depend on us for contract and operational advice in the context of a general counsel relationship. Others call on us to identify the best ways to manage risk and make the most out of specific business opportunities.
Goal Setting, Negotiation, and Implementation
Nassie Law provides comprehensive advice, document preparation and review and effective enforcement through litigation on matters such as:
Business sales, mergers and acquisitions
Customer and vendor contracts
Manufacturing agreements
Real estate transactions
Custom distribution agreements that address specific business needs with varying levels of committed support through individualized distribution channels
Resolution of problems with casualty or liability insurance carriers
Purchase and sale of business assets, including transactions that transfer business entities as going concerns
With a fully developed business litigation practice, Nassie Law has the capacity to enforce the contractual commitments of the parties you deal with and provide an effective defense if your company faces allegations of breach or default.
Business Start-Up Lawyers
Nassie Law provides legal services to assist clients in business startups, formations, restructuring, partnerships and organizations. We take a comprehensive approach to structuring a business entity. We also protect clients by identifying potential pitfalls to avoid problems in the future.
Based in Orange County, our business law attorneys primarily serve clients in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County. Contact us at 800-743-7149 to schedule an appointment.
Experience in Business Formation
Our firm’s attorneys can help you structure your business with your goals in mind. We offer experienced counsel to clients exploring entities such as:
Limited liability companies (LLC)
S corporations
C corporations
Limited liability partnerships (LLP)
General partnerships
Real estate brokerages and investment firms
Real estate entities
We have significant experience in business formation. We use that experience in guiding clients to the right entity and structure. We cover everything you need to think about: ownership, management, profit sharing, tax implications and personal liability. We also advise clients on appropriate insurance coverage, licensing, employment contracts and reporting requirements.
Your Business Deserves a Strong Start
“Incorporation-in-a-box” cannot meet your specific needs and may not put you on solid legal footing. At Nassie Law, we carefully draft the operating agreement, shareholder agreement or partnership agreement to tailor it to your unique operation. Whether you want to form an LLC, convert from profit to non-profit or restructure to take on new partners, our business law experience is a cost-effective advantage.
