Small Business Matters

Small Business Matters I have helped many clients start small businesses. There are hundreds of regulations and things to consider when starting a small business. Most of the businesses that I have assisted have been Taverns, or Class B Licensed establishments, and Restaurants. As an Attorney I start by helping to obtain a liquor 1 license, which leads to issues concerning leases, or purchasing real estate. Typically small businesses incorporate, operate as Limited Liability Corporations, or sole proprietorships. Once the business entity is selected ALO will draft and create corporate by-laws, stock certificates and shareholder agreements. In the case of a Limited Liability Corporation an operating agreement has to be created. I have also helped clients in developing business plans for financing requirements, and other government regulations.

I take the basic approach that it is my job to help the business in any way that I can. I have a very creative mind, and often provide ideas that are profitable. At certain times I can advise the client as to the type of business entity they should use. This mind, and often provide ideas that are profitable. At certain times I can advise the client as to the type of business entity they should use. This may be a Limited Liability Corporation, or a closely held corporation i.e. less than 50 shareholders.

I have experience in advising contractors and builders. I have drafted employment agreements, and I have experience in the proper filing of mechanic's liens to ensure that the client's receivables would be paid. The filing of a lien on a property deed has to be done very precisely and pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Chapter 799 which requires that the statute by precisely followed, or the client would lose the ability to file a lien. If you ever have any question concerning the proper filing of a lien you should contact Attorney Andrew Arena as soon as possible.