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Entrepreneurial and
Emerging Business Law

Although every company needs legal representation it can rely upon, competent legal advice is especially important for entrepreneurs and emerging businesses. At this critical early stage, companies need advice across a wide spectrum of relevant issues, including—

  • Choice of business entity (sole proprietor, corporation, or limited liability company).
  • Tax strategies.
  • Venture capital and initial public offerings.
  • Employment and labor law consultation.
  • Registration of trademarks and service marks for protection of good will.
  • Identification of and patent protection for important innovations.
  • Licensing agreements for strategic partnerships and revenue generation.

Lanier Ford provides counseling on all of these issues and can develop a creative and innovative approach to maximize your company's value.