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Business Law

Want to start a Business?

At Richard J. Knapp & Associates, P.C., we cater to a diverse clientele, spanning from small family-owned enterprises to large corporations in Virginia.

We are here to assist aspiring business owners choose the appropriate legal structure for their business based on goals and needs.

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Business/Entity Formation

Thinking of starting your own business? Starting a new business can be a complex process, filled with legal hurdles and compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Choosing the right type of entity at the beginning will help prevent unnecessary expenses and potential legal issues. You need an experienced attorney to properly setup the business entity and ensure you are protecting your profits by making informed decisions about the future.

Our attorneys offer comprehensive business formation plans by working one-on-one with clients to provide personalized service. Running a business encompasses much more than managing the day-to-day operations. Having an experienced attorney can be essential to the survival of a business, allowing you more time to start and operate your business.

  • Entity Selection
  • Sole Proprietorship
  • Corporations (S Corps and C Corps)
  • Limited Liability Company (LLC)
  • Partnership
  • Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • Creation of Bylaws or Operating Agreement
  • Registered Agent Services

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Other Business Owner Services

We offer comprehensive support to business owners in various capacities.
Here's an overview of the services we provide:

    Business Formation & Governance

  • Determine proper entity selection and organization for your business:
    • Limited Liability Company (LLC)
    • S Corporation,
    • C Corporation, and
    • Partnerships - learn more
  • Preparation of Partnership and operating agreements
  • Registered Agent Services
  • Assistance with obtaining Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • Negotiation of buy-sell agreements
  • Creation of bylaws and articles of incorporation
    • Draft custom business agreements – service agreements, vendor agreements, and customer agreements.
  • Compliance assistance with state and federal regulatory agencies
  • Sales, acquisitions, mergers, and dissolution processes - learn more
  • Strategic entity formation and conversion
  • Succession planning

    General Counsel Services

  • Guidance on every aspect of the employer/employee relationship, including:
    • compliance with federal, state, and local regulations,
    • traditional labor issues,
    • and internal investigations - learn more
  • Advise on personnel and employment law matters such as hiring, termination, harassment, and discrimination. - learn more
  • Development of customized policies and procedures tailored to the business
  • Draft of confidentiality agreements to protect sensitive information
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Our Dedication

Our experienced team of business attorneys are dedicated in providing comprehensive legal support to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of business ownership and operation effectively.
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