Memphis has recently gained recognition as one of the best cities in the U.S. to launch a start-up, particularly for businesses owned by women and minorities. However, while the city offers many opportunities, getting a new business off the ground can still be challenging, especially when navigating complex legal matters. Launching a new business involves several critical legal steps. Our Tennessee start-up business attorneys offer a full range of services to help you succeed.
Business Formation
Choosing the right business entity is one of your first and most crucial decisions. Whether forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a corporation, we’ll help you understand the benefits and take the necessary legal steps to complete your business formation, ensuring you are protected from personal liability.
Intellectual Property (IP) Protection
Your start-up likely has valuable intellectual property (IP) that needs legal protection. We assist with filing for copyrights, trademarks, and patents and draft non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to safeguard your innovations and trade secrets.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations is essential to avoid costly penalties. Our business attorneys will guide you through tax registration, employment laws, zoning regulations, and other compliance requirements to keep your start-up on the right track.
Financing and Investment
Securing the necessary funding is key to your start-up’s growth. We’ll help you explore financing options like small business loans, angel investors, and venture capital. Our attorneys can also review agreements with lenders and investors to protect your interests.
Governing Documents
A well-structured business needs strong governing documents. We can draft Articles of Incorporation, shareholder agreements, bylaws, and operating agreements that clearly outline the roles and responsibilities within your company.
Contracts
As your start-up grows, you’ll enter various contracts with employees, contractors, suppliers, and clients. Our Memphis start-up business attorneys will help draft, review, and negotiate contracts that protect your business and ensure smooth operations.
Beyond Legal Advice: Connecting You with the Memphis Start-Up Community
We understand that running a start-up often requires more than just legal support. That’s why we connect our clients with a network of local professionals, from accountants to web developers, who can help your business thrive. Being part of the Memphis start-up ecosystem means having access to the right resources at the right time.
