New York Business and Commercial Law Attorney
In the face of economic challenges and lost jobs, the American dream of business ownership grows only stronger. Increasing numbers of New Yorkers are considering the option of going into business for themselves.
At the Law Office of Steven A. Campanaro, we have helped countless clients make their dreams reality. From formation to dissolution, our firm has the resources required to assist individuals achieve their goal of business ownership as well as guide existing businesses through all the legal questions and issues they face on a daily basis. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation about your business law needs.
Starting a Business
Making a decision to start a business is exciting, but it requires a significant amount of planning. After you have a business plan, it is important to consult with an experienced attorney to ensure that you have all the necessary legal protections in place to get your business started on the right foot. As a business and commercial law firm, we can provide you with all the legal services you need to get your new business operating, including:
- We are experienced with the legal requirements of forming all types of business entities including LLCs (limited liability companies), C-corps, S-corps, limited partnerships, general partnerships and LLPs (limited liability partnerships).
- Obtaining Federal and State Tax identification (Employer Identification Number/EIN)
- Drafting administrative agreements for your business, including shareholder agreements, partnership agreements and option agreements
Whether you plan to create a sole proprietorship, basic partnership or corporation, the Westchester County Law Office of Steven A. Campanaro has the resources, knowledge and experience necessary to protect your investments and interests.
Purchasing a Business
Many people choose to pursue the option of purchasing an existing business. As a New York businessman and lawyer, Attorney Steven Campanaro understands the anxieties many people face when considering the purchase of a company. He will listen to your goals, help you assess your resources and needs, and evaluate your options. Once you have made a decision to move forward, you can depend on our firm to guide you through the process and provide the legal counsel and representation needed to obtain, transfer, create, file or maintain the necessary agreements, contracts and licenses.
Before moving ahead with any decision to purchase an existing small or medium-sized business, or entering into an oral or written business agreement, speak with our lawyer, Attorney Steven Campanaro, first. He can help you avoid common pitfalls and realize lesser-known benefits associated with purchasing a business in any industry, including food service, hospitality, manufacturing, construction, real estate, and health and beauty.
Operating a Business
Maintaining daily operations of a company can be overwhelming for both new and veteran business owners, especially when compliance concerns or business disputes arise. Our goal is to provide guidance so you can confidently focus your attention on building your business while we handle the legal details. Our office handles most legal issues confronting businesses and is experienced in negotiating and drafting all types of business agreements including:
- Commercial Lease Agreements
- Financing Agreements and Secured Transactions
- Non-Compete Agreements
- Franchise Agreements
- Employment Agreements
- Buy-Sell Agreements
- Licensing Agreements
- Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure Agreements
- Equipment Leases
- Vendor Contracts
- General Business Contracts for the Sale and Purchase of Goods and Equipment
Should the time come for you to sell your business, to transfer assets and/or management to heirs or to dissolve the entity, we are capable and ready to guide you through each step while protecting your best interests.
Business Disputes
While we work alongside businesses from start-up through legal counseling and transactions, we are also experienced in asserting our clients rights in litigation. We have extensive experience in litigating all types of business disputes. Please see our Business Litigation page for more information or contact our office to setup a free consultation.
Complimentary Consultation
To realize your business ownership dreams while protecting your rights and minimizing future risks, contact our firm to schedule a complimentary consultation.
Affordable legal solutions for your business needs • Free initial consultation • Contact Steven A. Campanaro to speak with an experienced White Plains, New York business start-up and commercial law attorney
Law Office of Steven A. Campanaro
244 Westchester Avenue, Suite 410
White Plains, NY 10604
Telephone: (914) 686-0634
Fax: (914) 684-9108
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