Category Archives: Business Attorney
Understanding the Operating Agreement in Business and Corporate Law
Every Florida business is built on a foundation. The foundation is an agreement or some sort of ground rules for the business. Today, the business and corporate law attorneys at Kelley, Fulton and Kaplan will discuss the operating agreement and why it is important for a business’s needs. What is an Operating Agreement? The… Read More »
Corporate Law and Closing a Florida Business with Corporate Dissolution
Sometimes, business owners and business partners do not see eye to eye. This results in the decision to close a business for good. If you alone, or you and your business partners feel the need to close your Florida business, there’s one step in corporate law you must take to make the closure official… Read More »
Do I Need a Florida Fictitious Name for My Business?
Many times for some businesses you will see an LLC or Corporate business name, and then right next to it, you will see another business name. Later, you may see the same LLC with an entirely different business name than the one you saw initially. How and why are they doing this? It’s simple…. Read More »
A Florida Business & Corporate Law Requirement: Bylaws
Florida corporations are popular business entities. They are standalone institutions, apart from their owner or owners and have several benefits. But corporations require something that some business entities do not require – corporate bylaws. Bylaws are the foundation to the structure and operation of a corporation and Florida’s business and corporate laws require each… Read More »
Deciding Which Business Formation is Best For You
Entering the world of entrepreneurship and forming your own business can be a rewarding endeavor. Starting a business is almost as exciting as owning a home and some feel that entrepreneurship, much like homeownership is the American dream. But starting a business is more than using your talents and gifts to provide a product… Read More »
Protecting Yourself in a Business Partnership
A conversation with a friend sparks the idea for a new business that you both decide to pursue, and before you know it you’ve entered into a partnership. Although this new venture is exciting, there are steps you should take to protect yourself in a business alliance. Our South Florida business attorneys are providing… Read More »
5 Tips for Buying a Business
Whether you’re just beginning your search or have already selected the business you would like to purchase, the first step is to hire a lawyer. A company of any size will require a significant amount of paperwork to be done before the closing. The accounting books must be thoroughly reviewed and details of the… Read More »
Dissolution of a Business
There are a number of unfortunate circumstances which can precipitate the dissolution of a business. Whether it is due to financial struggles or partnership disputes, the closing of a company should be handled by a business attorney to ensure appropriate legal procedures are followed. While every situation is unique, our attorneys have outlined the… Read More »
Understanding Your Rights in a Breach of Contract
A breach occurs when one party fails to fulfill the stipulations of a contractual agreement. A written contract is a document that outlines and protects the interests of the parties involved. These agreements can be executed between clients, employees, and business partners. The promises set forth are legally binding and if not upheld, can… Read More »
Business Litigation Attorneys for Partnership Disputes
Business disputes are bound to occur between partners. While many disagreements are able to be managed internally, there will be instances when the experience of professional business litigation attorneys will be needed. When faced with a business partner dispute, an attorney can play a pivotal role in resolving issues early on, resulting in minimized… Read More »
