Business Law Solutions For Indianapolis Entrepreneurs And Corporations
At Foley Abbott & Steele, LLC, we take pride in delivering tailored business law solutions to our clients in Indianapolis and the surrounding communities. With a holistic approach, we assist all kinds of businesses from their inception by providing guidance on business formation all the way through succession planning.
We work closely with business owners to understand their unique needs and aspirations, providing a seamless and legally sound incorporation process. We also assist businesses during periods of reorganization, helping them adapt and thrive in an ever-changing business landscape. As business and commercial litigators, we can also help your company resolve conflicts when they arise.
Business Formation: Turning A Business Idea Into Reality
Choosing the business entity for your startup can be critical to your new company’s success. Our business formation lawyers help entrepreneurs and visionaries turn their dreams into reality. We help startups with the following:
- Choosing a corporate structure, including a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, LLP or corporation
- Drafting startup documents like bylaws, shareholder agreements, operating agreements and articles of incorporation
- Registering your business with the Indiana Secretary of State
- Establishing employment policies that are in compliance with state and federal laws
Whether you are embarking on a joint venture or establishing a professional association, our experienced startup lawyers can help you with everything you need to get your company up and running.
Business Operations: Navigating Conflict
After your business has been established, our commercial attorneys can remain ready to assist with legal concerns that arise during day-to-day business operations. We help clients:
- Draft, negotiate and enforce commercial contracts
- Draft, negotiate and enforce employment law contracts
- Manage commercial real estate transactions and lease agreements
- Negotiate resolutions to conflicts as they arise through settlement discussions, mediation, arbitration or trial if necessary
Most businesses, at some point, encounter legal issues that require the services of a business litigation lawyer. This need can arise due to a breach of contract, a partnership or shareholder dispute, or employer/employee problems. Litigation can be necessary to protect your rights. We will advise you on ways to successfully avoid litigation but will proceed vigorously with litigation if necessary.
In addition, our firm represents all kinds of business owners. From retail shop owners to construction companies, our experienced litigators will work tirelessly on your behalf to help your business resolve disagreements and conflicts.
Reorganization: Business Mergers, Acquisitions And Succession Planning
As a business grows and evolves, our legal team can provide legal guidance through complex transactions like mergers, acquisitions or corporate restructuring. When it comes to the reorganization of a business, our attorneys can provide guidance and advice on:
- Buy-sell agreements
- Restructuring plans
At Foley Abbott & Steele, LLC, we truly believe in the power of tailored legal solutions, providing our clients with the peace of mind and confidence to navigate the complexities of the business world.
Securing Future Success: Business Succession Planning
Lastly, our legal team strongly believes in the importance of proper succession planning for sustainable business growth. We help businesses plan ahead through:
- Business succession planning
- Family generational succession planning
- The issuance of preferred stock
- The issuance of nonvoting stock
- Stock redemption as a buyout
- Splitting assets
- Deferred compensation agreements
- Family agreements
With background and experience in crafting comprehensive estate plans, our lawyers also assist business owners in devising effective strategies to smoothly transfer ownership and secure the future success of their enterprises.
Consult An Indianapolis Business Attorney For Free
Are you an entrepreneur with a business idea that you are ready to turn into a reality? Do you need a commercial litigation attorney to help your company resolve a conflict? Or would you like to consult a business succession lawyer to secure the future success of your business?
At Foley Abbott & Steele, LLC, we offer a free initial consultation. To schedule your free appointment, contact us by calling 317-973-8674 or by sending a message through our website. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you craft a legal strategy for your business.