When people think of business formation, they often think of entity selection. This is indeed an important part of the process of starting a business. There are a variety of options available, and each one has unique strengths and weaknesses that need to be weighed while considering the nature of the business and the industry. Possible business entities include:

• Limited liability companies (LLC)
• Partnerships
• Corporations (S corps and C corps)
• Sole proprietorships

At Heekin Law, in Jacksonville, we will review your business concept, learn about your goals and help you determine the entity type most appropriate for your enterprise. While this is certainly an important part of the formation process, we will not stop there. Our attorneys offer more than 250 years of combined commercial law experience and are available to assist with all aspects of the business startup process.

We can register businesses with the Florida Department of State Division of Corporations. We can draft partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, membership agreements, operating agreements and other contracts that may be necessary at the startup stage. We can create employment contracts and design employee handbooks that outline company policies and procedures. Our lawyers can also provide general guidance about the day-to-day operation of a business, offering valuable counsel to truly lay the foundation for success.