Why You Should Hire a Business Lawyer

Hiring Business LawyerIt costs money to hire a good business lawyer, which is why many small and medium sized companies do not avail themselves of professional legal help unless faced with a lawsuit.

However, hiring Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP, a Monroe NC lawyer from the start can help a business avoid having to face legal action in the first place. The following are some ways in which a good business lawyer can provide valuable assistance to a small business.

Creating a Legal Structure for a Business

When starting a business, a person will need to determine if the company should be registered as an LLC, C-corporation, S-corporation or sole proprietorship. There are advantages and disadvantages to each legal structure type and the structure that is best for you will depend on geographical location, products and/or services offered, ownership structure and other important details. A good lawyer can give advice as to which structure would be best and help a company file appropriate papers.

 

Creating a Partnership

A business person who wants to draw up a general or limited partnership agreement with one or more three parties should never attempt to do so without legal help. A partnership agreement can easily give rise to legal action if it is not worded properly. A good lawyer will know how to balance out rights and responsibilities between partners to ensure that the agreement is fair to all parties.

 

Buying or Leasing Real Estate

A good business lawyer will make sure a small business gets a good deal on any purchase or lease transaction. To start with, a lawyer will ensure that there are no zoning problems with the property in question. Our real estate attorney’s will then check the contract carefully and ensure that it is favorable to the business.

 

Hiring a Monroe NC Lawyer

Most businesses need various types of legal help, which is why it is important to hire a legal team that specializes in more than one form of business law. Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP is a firm with extensive legal experience and can handle matters related to:

  • Partnerships
  • Real Estate
  • Business Structure creation and/or change
  • Civil Litigation
  • Shareholder’s agreements

Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP has half a dozen highly competent lawyers who are able to handle common problems that many businesses run up again. Initial consultations are fairly priced, prices are reasonable and the law firm has the knowledge and experience needed to help small business owners from all walks of life. Contact Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP today by calling 704-289-2519 or by filling out the online form.