At our law firm, we understand the unique legal needs of businesses, from small startups to established corporations. We are here to provide comprehensive legal support for a wide range of business law matters, including LLC creation, contract disputes, noncompete clauses, and partnerships. Our experienced attorneys take a personalized approach to every case, working closely with clients to understand their business objectives and develop effective strategies to achieve them. We can assist with all aspects of LLC formation, including drafting and filing the necessary paperwork, structuring the business, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. If you are facing a contract dispute or need help negotiating the terms of a new contract, we have the expertise to protect your interests and help you achieve a favorable outcome. We can also provide guidance on noncompete agreements and other restrictive covenants, helping you understand your rights and obligations. Whether you need assistance with corporate governance, intellectual property, or any other aspect of business law, we are here to help. Trust our law firm to provide you with the legal expertise and dedicated support your business needs to succeed.

Our business law attorneys are experienced with the formation of a new business. There are several different types of business entities to choose from, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations. Each entity type has its benefits, and our attorneys can help you form the entity that is right for your situation.

Running a successful business requires knowledge about complex business taxation, compliance with federal, state, and local business rules and regulations, employment laws, corporate governance, real estate laws, contract law, and many other areas. Just as you know your product or service inside and out, we know business law. We can help. Here are just a few examples of how Hepworth Legal can assist with your business needs:

• Entity Formation
• Lease & Contract Review
• Asset Protection
• Employment Contracts
• Employer Wage Claim Defense

Sole Proprietorships. A sole proprietorship consists of a single individual who owns and operates a business, typically using his or her own assets. This is the simplest form of business ownership, however, a sole proprietor faces unlimited personal liability for all debts and obligations of the business. General Partnership. A general partnership is an association of two or more persons who have chosen to carry on as co-owners of a business for profit. Partners in a partnership are jointly and severally liable for all debts and obligations of the partnership. Limited Liability Company (LLC). An LLC is a hybrid business entity that provides its members with limited liability as if they were shareholders of a corporation but treats the entity and its members as a partnership for tax purposes. An LLC offers many of the best features of a partnership combined with the best features of a corporation. Corporation. A corporation is a legal entity that exists separately from and independent of its owners. A corporation has many of the same powers, rights, and duties of a natural person. The benefit of this business entity is that neither the shareholders nor the officers of members of the board are personally liable for the corporation’s debts and obligations, unless they have personally guaranteed those obligations or unless the corporate “veil” can be “pierced.”

Let us review your specific circumstances and goals and advise you on the best course of action for your business enterprise. Call today at (801) 872-2222 for a consultation with one of our expert business attorneys.