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Business Law

Whether well-established or recently started, all businesses and government/non-profit agencies must have sound and accessible legal advice to succeed in today’s dynamic environment. the focus of our business lawyers is to help your organization in north carolina or south carolina succeed by removing legal obstacles which may stand in your way of achieving critical objectives, and to help you proactively plan to minimize risk..

King Law’s business law attorneys in western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina assists new and emerging businesses with establishing their legal organization, structure, and foundational documentation. Our clients range from sole proprietorships, family businesses, and limited partnerships to multifaceted corporations and agencies. Our South Carolina and North Carolina business lawyers understand what is involved in protecting the bottom line, and are well qualified to help you through the complex maze of local, state, and federal regulations.

We offer monthly and annual retainer plans that make it affordable for businesses of any size to access competent legal advice and guidance for matters ranging from simple to complex. As a corporate attorney in North Carolina and South Carolina, we develop an intimate understanding of each client’s business and the challenges and opportunities it faces.

Let our attorneys help you strengthen your organization with access to highly competent business lawyers in North and South Carolina. Call us at 888-748-KING (5464) or fill out our online form to schedule your consultation.

Business Plans

As a business owner, you never know when a legal issue may arise. You should have a business plan with an attorney for when legal issues arise.

Whether you’re reviewing a complicated legal document or dealing with a disgruntled customer, you need an attorney who will immediately assist you when issues arise. At King Law, our attorneys are experienced in representing local businesses with their legal needs. We offer a business plan that will give you access to an attorney anytime you need one.

Don’t wait until you have legal problems; form a relationship with one of our experienced and reliable attorneys now.

At King Law, we have been representing small business owners for decades. We represent sole proprietorships, general partnerships, and limited liability companies. Whether you need assistance in starting your small business, organizing your business, or managing liability concerns within your existing business, we can help. For new businesses, we offer the Start-up Business Plan to help get your business off the ground. For existing businesses, we offer the Liability Protection Business Plan to provide ongoing representation and ensure your business is covered.

Collections, Demand Letters, & Judgments

In a perfect world, everyone would pay their bills on time. Unfortunately, that’s not the world we live in. When your clients or customers fail to pay their accounts timely, it affects the whole way you operate business. Delaying to collect is the biggest mistake businesses make. If you wait, you risk that the debtor may move, go out of business, go bankrupt, or that other creditors collect from them first. You also have to be careful to make sure you do not violate the law in your collection techniques by complying with the Fair Debt Collection Act . Contact King Law Offices as soon as accounts become delinquent to ensure your rights are protected. We are experienced in collections and have had success in collecting by sending demand letters and by obtaining judgments.

Incorporation & LLCs

One of the most important things you can do for your business is to incorporate or form a limited liability company (LLC). Failing to do so puts your personal assets at risk and could be sued. Businesses are routinely sued for breach of contract, accidents, and other legal issues. Don’t put your home and your family’s other personal assets at risk. Call King Law today at 888-748-5464 (KING) to discuss options for incorporation or forming an LLC. Our attorneys are experienced in drafting articles of organization, articles of incorporation, bylaws, operating agreements, board resolutions, filings with the Secretary of State, and other important corporate documents.

Non-Profit 501(c)(3)

How to form a non-profit corporation and obtain tax-exempt status.

The first thing you should do before starting a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is make sure you have done research and are creating a non-profit organization that is needed. Make sure the goals that you have are reasonable and can be achieved. Also, you will need to pick out a name for your organization and make sure that it has not been used before. You can search on the Secretary of State’s website to determine name availability.

Next, establish a board of directors. Each non-profit organization is required to have a board. It can be made up of only one person, but it is recommended to have more. Once you have selected who will be on your board of directors, the next step is actually forming the organization. First, you should file your articles of incorporation with the North Carolina Department of the Secretary of State.

Then, your organization will need bylaws created. These bylaws will need to be adopted by your board of directors. These will govern your organization and make sure everything is ran smoothly, as well as being the go-to document when disagreements and procedure questions arise.

Afterwards, a Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) will be needed and application for tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) non-profit will follow. Once you achieved federal tax-exempt status, you can apply for state tax exempt status by contacting the NC Department of Revenue and local tax exempt status by contacting your local county tax office.

Also, if you solicit donations for your non-profit, you will need to obtain a Charitable Solicitation license from the Secretary of State’s office. Once all of this is completed and all of the right forms have been submitted, your organization should be created! The process can be long, arduous, and even taxing; therefore, please contact one of the attorneys at King Law to assist you in this new endeavor!

Business Law

Are you starting a business or purchasing an existing business? The attorneys at Hannah Sheridan and Cochran have nearly forty-five years of combined experience in navigating the legal challenges that North Carolina businesses face. We regularly assist clients with everything from selecting the best business entity type for their needs to ensuring continued compliance with complex state laws. We are well-versed in contract law and routinely guide clients through contract negotiations and drafting, as well as contract and business disputes.

Business Formation

Starting a business is both an exciting and daunting task. As an entrepreneur, you may have your business plan in place, but now realize there are several logistical steps to take before your business opens its doors to the public. HSC routinely counsels clients in the business formation process.

Our Raleigh, NC business lawyers assist our clients through a seemingly overwhelming list of legal formalities.

During business formation, you’ll face tasks we can assist with, including:

Through sound business practices, you can avoid expensive and time-consuming issues that could arise once your business becomes operational.

Business Contracts

Get help establishing a contract that states the promise between two or more parties, outlining the rights and obligations of each. Whether it’s a non-compete agreement, a transaction between buyer and seller, two business partners, or a service provider and recipient, the contract is an integral part of doing business legally.

A well-written contract is often the linchpin of a successful business relationship, setting forth the expectations of each party while also providing an aggrieved party with legal remedies against the breaching party.

However, many business owners neglect to seek legal advice before drafting or signing a contract, exposing themselves to substantial risk. Whether you are starting a new business or expanding an existing one, it is crucial you have a clear understanding of what your obligations are and how to enforce them if necessary.

You will need to understand the legal implications of entering into contracts and protect yourself from dangers that can threaten your business. Our lawyers can assist you with this, as well as develop appropriate agreements.

Business Dissolution

If you are facing a situation that requires you to cease operations or close your business, the business dissolution attorneys at HSC can help. While our attorneys do not participate in debtor bankruptcy filings, we can assist a business in following the statutorily mandated steps for dissolving a business.

There are two types of dissolution that exist within the North Carolina General Statues.

The first is voluntary dissolution. In accordance with North Carolina law, a corporate entity may be affirmatively dissolved by action of its board of directors, managers, or shareholders, depending upon the corporate form of the entity.

Failure to file annual reports can result in the second type of dissolution, which is administrative dissolution.

Revenue suspension is more punitive, and receivership mimics bankruptcy but is a state law remedy. Chad Cochran and Nan Hannah have served in the roles of receiver and/or counsel for receiver for a small company.

The attorneys at HSC can help companies with resolving suspensions and assist with reinstatement.

Business Disputes

Resolve business disputes efficiently and effectively without apprehension and frustration. HSC attorneys are experienced at negotiating and litigating matters throughout NC and understand the litigation concerns businesses face that can subtract from the profitability of the business. We advise you on the best options to resolve legal issues and protect your interests.

At HSC, you can find representation in areas of business disputes, including contract-related disputes, employee-related contracts, non-compete agreements, disputes between business partners or shareholders in areas including profit-sharing, alleged fiduciary duty, and business divorces, business disputes that arise between two or more businesses, and disputes arising out of business and asset purchases.

Starting a business involves consideration of what type of business entity to organize, and each choice has consequences, including tax implications and liability issues. Your choice of a business entity, as well as how the organizing documents are drafted, can significantly affect your profitability and exposure to liability. The attorneys at HSC can give you guidance and necessary advice based on years of legal and business experience.

Employment Law

Employer’s interests, as well as employees,’ are protected through employment law. Employment law is meant to offer significant benefits in the form of rights and responsibilities, ensuring all parties follow the rules set forth and are treated fairly. The experienced attorneys at HSC will be your advocates in employment disputes.

Employment law generally refers to a broad set of laws that originate from a multitude of sources, including:

These laws regulate employment contracts, hiring, firing, and layoffs; they also contain provisions that protect employees from discrimination and harassment and help to ensure employees and employers alike are held accountable for their actions and expected behaviors. The goal of employment law is to protect employees while still allowing for profitable businesses to operate.

The employment attorneys of HSC represent employers in employment law disputes before the state courts of North Carolina as well as the North Carolina Division of Employment Security and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

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Business Law Attorneys In Asheville, Hendersonville & Surrounding Areas

From start-up to retirement, business owners require experienced counsel to guide them through a labyrinth of legal and operational issues. The Van Winkle Law Firm works with publicly and privately held companies in a broad range of industries to simplify complexities and develop sound strategies aimed at managing risk and fostering business growth. Our track record of achievement derives from our commitment to understanding our clients’ businesses and the competitive and regulatory environment in which they operate. Combining this knowledge with our years of experience, we deliver counsel that is responsive to clients’ needs and on target with their goals.

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Business operations, business startups, buying & selling businesses, employment & workplace law, mergers & acquisitions, nonprofit organizations, patents, trademarks & copyrights, privacy & information security, real estate: commercial & residential, corporate lawyers in asheville & hendersonville.

Businesses are the lifeblood of the North Carolina economy and the dream of many residents. Asheville attorneys at The Van Winkle Law Firm are ready to assist business owners from the beginning. Choosing the right business entity is crucial to not only protect against liabilities but to foster future growth. It may be appropriate to change entities later as the business itself changes. The Van Winkle Law Firm has years of experience assisting clients with business restructuring across a variety of industries.

Because the realm of business reaches well beyond the specific industry of a client, The Van Winkle Law Firm draws on the skills of every attorney at our firm.

As business lawyers in North Carolina , our attorneys not only specialize in many legal areas but bring experience and knowledge from a wide array of professional backgrounds. This allows us to develop strategies tailor-made for a business in most situations imaginable. Regardless of business stage, The Van Winkle Law Firm partners with each client to provide unparalleled legal service.

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Business transactions of all size occur every day and unfortunately, misunderstandings are commonplace. The team of Asheville lawyers at The Van Winkle Law Firm are adept in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and litigation. Skilled in mediation and arbitration, our attorneys always keep a client’s best interest at the forefront of business negotiations. The Van Winkle Law Firm takes the time to learn about our clients’ businesses, ensuring we’re creating strategies specific to their needs. Our goal is to find a solution to any business issue that’s not only efficient but effective, allowing you to focus on the business itself.

The North Carolina business attorneys at The Van Winkle Law Firm work with businesses as much or as little as needed. We’ve provided primary legal counsel to businesses of all size and worked alongside in-house counsel alike. Our range of legal services for businesses include:

Administrative & Formation

How a new business is started often sets the foundation for how it moves forward and grows. At The Van Winkle Law Firm, our business law attorneys take the time to understand your business goals and needs and provide legal guidance to ensure the business begins with a solid legal foundation.

Many people dream of one day starting their own business. If this dream is about to become reality for you, contact a small business lawyer with The Van Winkle Law Firm. Our attorneys are adept in North Carolina business law and can help review all legal documents, such as incorporation documents. We’ll make sure

From launching a new marketing campaign to fine-tuning shipping logistics, a corporate attorney can make sure the decisions for business operations are legally sound and will continue the business on the path to success.

Whether your nonprofit organization is large or small, an attorney can provide guidance to avoid taxation conflicts, contract misunderstandings, and more.

Ensuring the business is in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations takes time and a thorough understanding of these ever-changing rules. The Van Winkle Law Firm is dedicated to assisting clients across a wide range of industries stay in compliance and be proactive about legal regulations.

Legal Services to Grow The Business

Once the business has been established, the goal for most business owners becomes growth and increasing revenues. The Van Winkle Law Firm is well-versed and experienced in the North Carolina and federal laws that govern the issues affecting growth.

Business owners are subject to state and federal employment laws that are always changing. A business law attorney with The Van Winkle Law Firm is up-to-date on North Carolina labor laws along with applicable federal statutes.

Land use laws are meant to look out for the general public’s well being but can restrict business operations and expansion. The Van Winkle Law Firm can review a proposed land contract for land use specifications and help you navigate the use or negotiate a contractual change in favor of the business.

Tax-Exempt Leasing

The Van Winkle Law Firm helps local and state governments and municipalities obtain equipment, such as communication systems, office equipment, and vehicles, through tax-exempt leasing. Our attorneys have worked with financial institutions, leasing companies, underwriters and all others involved.

Buying, leasing, or renting real estate is a common activity for business owners. Our attorneys can help draft a lease agreement, review a real estate contract, negotiate provisions, and more following current North Carolina statutes.

Healthcare is an evolving industry and The Van Winkle Law Firm dedicates significant time to stay up-to-date on pertinent labor laws, insurance regulations, and more for academic medical centers, hospitals, and private physician practices.

The taxation for most businesses is determined when the business is formed, such as an LLC or sole proprietorship. A business law attorney can review formation paperwork and make sure the business is in at an appropriate taxation level.

Bond Financing

Bond financing is commonly used by businesses, corporations, and municipalities to help pay for improvements such as infrastructure. The Van Winkle Law Firm blends its collective understanding of business, construction, and taxation law together to help clients secure bond financing for a wide range of projects. We’ve helped clients secure and/or underwrite educational, exempt facility, governmental, healthcare, industrial development, and variable rate demand bonds.

Strategic Next Steps

The goal of any business is to expand and grow. This is generally accomplished through several means, all of which The Van Winkle Law Firm can assist with at any time.

The Van Winkle Law Firm has helped many clients buy and sell businesses of all size under a wide range of circumstances. It’s our No. 1 goal to make sure the final transaction is in your best interest while minimizing tax and other liability issues.

No matter your business’s role in a merger and acquisition, The Van Winkle Law Firm is available to draft and file all necessary documents, discuss and negotiate terms of the deal, and ascertain all regulatory compliance.

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Protecting Your Property

The intangible creations produced by your business are protected under a legal practice area known as intellectual property law. At The Van Winkle Law Firm, our attorneys will help you protect proprietary equipment and other intangible assets and if necessary, litigate any infringements.

The rapidly evolving digital and technological landscape has driven the legal need for privacy and information security for all businesses. The Van Winkle Law Firm can assist your business with issues related to data breaches, social media, and other areas of privacy and information security.

Our corporate law attorneys are experienced in handling copyright, patent, and trademark issues surrounding a wide range of business equipment, methods and processes, and more.

Business Attorneys in Asheville, NC

Running a successful business in North Carolina requires dedication and teamwork every day. The Van Winkle Law Firm believes in lending a helping hand behind the scenes to businesses by providing unparalleled legal services in any way we can. This can be as simple as reviewing a contract proposal to ensure the business’s interests are preserved or more complex, such as creating a long-term business succession plan. If you need assistance at any business stage, contact the full-service law firm in Asheville, N.C. business owners rely on, The Van Winkle Law Firm.

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PMPED, now known as Parker Law Group, was founded in 1910 by Randolph Murdaugh Sr.

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Just minutes after Alex Murdaugh was convicted for the murders of his wife and son, his former law firm released a statement.

Murdaugh was found guilty Thursday night for killing his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, on June 7, 2021 on the family's nearly 1,800-acre property.

The Parker Law Group, formerly PMPED, released a statement on its website and Facebook page which read, "The actions of Alex Murdaugh are shocking to us all. Tonight’s verdict, which was rendered after a thorough and fair trial, brings justice and some closure to this awful matter. Maggie and Paul died tragically and for reasons we may never fully comprehend. They were much beloved, and we will forever mourn their loss."

PMPED was founded in 1910 by Randolph Murdaugh Sr. It was renamed after it came to light that Alex Murdaugh had been embezzling large amounts of money from the firm over the course of several years.

Alex's brother, Randy Murdaugh, continues to work at the firm.

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Alex Murdaugh: Former law firm releases statement after verdict
Above video: Reactions pour in following Murdaugh verdictJust minutes after Alex Murdaugh was convicted for the murders of his wife and son, his former law firm released a statement.Murdaugh was found guilty Thursday night for killing his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, on June 7, 2021 on the family's nearly 1,800-acre property.Video Evidence: Footage shown to the jury in the Alex Murdaugh double ...