One of the most important decisions a start-up company will make is to decide the type of business entity (corporation, closely-held corporation, general partnership, limited partnership, limited liability partnership, or limited liability company) under which to operate.  Henke Law Firm, LLP can help you make that decision.  We provide our business clients with legal advice relating to forming, planning, and operating their businesses, including but not limited to assistance with the following:

·                    choosing the appropriate business entity under which to operate, given each client's particular situation and goals

·                    business entity formation - document preparation and statutory filings (if applicable)

·                    preparing Bylaws, Operating Agreements, and/or Organizational Minutes

·                    issuing stock shares

·                    maintaining statutory formalities - holding annual meetings and preparing Resolutions documenting major events taking place within the organization

·                    negotiating and preparing Buy-Sell Agreements, Voting Trusts and Shareholder Agreements

·                    franchise purchasing and organization

·                    creating internal policies and procedures manuals

·                    constructing, acquiring and/or leasing facilities and assets

·                    mergers and acquisitions

·                    dissolving business entities

In addition to helping clients set up their new businesses, Henke Law Firm, LLP  provides legal advice and assistance with the operation and management of our clients' businesses.