Entity Formation

Business Formation Lawyers

Decisions made during formation of a new entity will have long-lasting impacts on the business ability to attain profitability and build wealth. At Doster Guin James Ullom Benson & Mundorf, LLC, our business law attorneys work as partners with a client during the process of entity formation, considering the client's business and legal objectives when advising the client.

Each form of entity, limited or general partnership, limited liability company (LLC), C-corporation, S-corporation, not-for-profit organization, sole proprietorship, joint venture, or professional organization involves certain benefits and risks, particularly in regard to personal liability, taxes, and operational control. In addition to advising a client regarding the appropriate form of entity to establish, our attorneys provide representation for related matters:

• Commercial leases and real estate purchases
• Employment law, including employee contracts, agreements not to compete, and handbooks
• Intellectual property issues, including trademarks and copyrights
• Assisting with regulatory compliance and licensing
• Preparing partnership, LLC operating shareholder, and franchise agreements
• Banking, finance, and venture capital
• Business succession

If you are planning on starting a business, or would like to discuss reorganization of your company with one of our business formation attorneys, please e-mail us or call our St. Louis/Chesterfield office (636.532.0042), our Collinsville, Illinois office (618.301.4060), or our Kansas City, Missouri, office 816.531.1888, to arrange a confidential consultation.