Orange County Attorney for Forming an LLC, Corporation or Partnership
Whether you want to start a new business in California or adopt a formal business entity for what was previously an informal sole proprietorship or partnership, it is in your interests to consult an experienced lawyer who can guide you through the business formation process.
Newport Beach business formation attorney William G. Bissell has more than 30 years of experience helping clients in Orange County and the Inland Empire set up new business entities. He provides attentive counsel and assistance in all of the following areas:
- Business entity selection: Mr. Bissell can help you determine which type of business entity — corporation, limited liability company (LLC), limited partnership, professional practice or another option — is the best fit for your specific business plans and goals.
- Registration and initial setup: Once you have selected an entity, Mr. Bissell will complete the necessary registration paperwork, draft bylaws for the organization and guide you through the process of holding an initial meeting and adopting minutes.
- Ownership and control agreements: If your business is going to have multiple owners, it may be in your interests to enter into a shareholder agreement, partnership agreement or operating agreement. Mr. Bissell can help you negotiate and draft such an agreement.
- Ongoing compliance: In order to ensure that your business continues to be recognized as a legitimate entity by the state of California, you will need to hold annual meetings and otherwise keep your registration up to date. Mr. Bissell can assist you with this process.
The decisions you make early on can have a major impact on your business's tax liability, your personal liability for business debts, and any shareholder or partnership disputes that may arise. Mr. Bissell can protect your interests throughout the business formation process.
Contact an Experienced Southern California Entity Formation Lawyer
Whether you are starting a business on your own or with one or more partners, the involvement of an experienced attorney, early in the process, can be invaluable. To schedule a consultation with Mr. Bissell, please contact the firm at 949-467-9170 or by e-mail.
