Delivering Legal Counsel for Your Business Matters
At Hilary Law, we provide general advice to closely held and family owned businesses. When you are forming or operating a business in Oregon, there are many decisions that should be made and requirements that must be followed. We provide you the legal counsel and help to protect yourself and your business. On those business matters that extend beyond our expertise, we will help you find legal assistance specializing in your area of need.
Business Formation and Governance
When starting a business, you must decide how to operate it. Will it be a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a limited liability company or maybe a corporation? We guide you through the options and assist you with the issues and liabilities to be considered.
Intellectual Property
In operating your business, you should not overlook the value of intellectual property including patents, trademarks, copyrights and other trade secrets. We help you with the necessary applications and provide referrals to assure your best interests are protected.
Taxation
Your business faces specific tax issues and guidelines. We assist you in general income tax matters and advise on the best solutions to minimize the impact of taxes when forming, buying, liquidating or selling your business.
Succession Planning
What is the next chapter for your business? Who will carry on after you? Succession planning involves both legal and business matters, but it also involves emotions. We provide legal advice that is sensitive to owners, family members and key employees.
Sale of a Business
The time may come that you want to sell your business. We counsel you on how best to protect your interests and we produce the legal agreements necessary when a business is changing hands.
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