Business Formation & Entity Selection

Choosing the right structure is one of the most important decisions a business owner will make. We guide clients through the formation process with clarity and strategic insight.

We assist with:

• Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)

• Corporations (S-Corp and C-Corp elections)

• Partnerships

• Professional entities

• Operating agreements and shareholder agreements

• Buy-sell agreements

• Business succession planning

We do more than file paperwork — we help you understand how your entity choice affects taxation, liability exposure, governance, and long-term growth.

Severance Agreements & Executive Compensation

When employment relationships end, it is critical to handle separation agreements properly.

We draft and review:

• Severance agreements

• Separation and release agreements

• Confidentiality provisions

• Non-compete and restrictive covenants

• Executive employment contracts

• Deferred compensation arrangements

Our careful drafting protects your business from future claims and ensures compliance with applicable North Carolina and federal laws.

Employment Law Counsel for Employers

Employment issues can create significant liability if not handled correctly. Our firm provides proactive guidance and defense to North Carolina employers navigating workplace matters.

We assist with:

• Hiring and onboarding compliance

• Wage and hour issues

• Employee classification (exempt vs. non-exempt; independent contractor vs. employee)

• Wrongful termination claims

• Workplace investigations

• Discrimination and retaliation matters

• Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements

• Employment litigation defense

Our goal is to help employers prevent disputes before they arise — and to defend them effectively when they do.

Ongoing Business Consulting & Risk Management

Many business owners need more than occasional legal advice — they need strategic counsel.

Our firm offers ongoing consulting services that include:

• Contract drafting and review

• Vendor and service agreements

• Commercial lease review

• Internal governance advising

• Business dispute resolution

• Litigation representation when necessary

We serve as trusted advisors, helping business owners make informed decisions with confidence.

Employee Handbooks & Workplace Policies

A well-drafted employee handbook is one of the most valuable risk-management tools a business can have.

We create customized policy manuals that reflect:

• North Carolina employment laws

• Federal compliance requirements

• Clear disciplinary procedures

• Anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies

• Leave policies (FMLA, PTO, and related compliance)

• Remote work and technology use policies

We do not rely on generic templates. Each handbook is tailored to your company’s size, industry, and operational structure.

Why Our Business Clients Choose Our Firm

• Practical, business-minded legal advice

• Responsive communication

• Preventative risk management approach

• Litigation experience when disputes escalate

• Deep understanding of North Carolina law

We understand that legal issues can disrupt operations and create uncertainty. Our focus is always on protecting your interests while keeping your business moving forward.