Corporate & Business Law for Utah Businesses
We help business owners with all aspects of corporate and business law, from entity formation to exit planning.
Building a Business Is Complex
You're juggling product development, hiring, fundraising, and a hundred other priorities. Legal questions shouldn't slow you down—but getting them wrong can create serious problems later.
Common Challenges
- — What's the right entity structure for my situation?
- — How do I bring on co-founders or early employees with equity?
- — What contracts do I actually need?
- — How do I prepare for raising capital?
- — What governance practices should I have in place?
- — What if my partner isn't being fair?
- — How do I raise capital compliantly?
Practical Legal Counsel for Every Stage
Formation & Structuring
Choose the right entity type and structure for your goals—whether that's a Delaware C-Corp for venture funding or a Utah LLC for tax efficiency.
Equity & Compensation
Structure founder equity, employee stock options, and advisor grants. We draft the agreements and help you understand the implications.
Small Business Structuring
Want to maximize your after tax income? We can help you structure your business to minimize your tax burden.
Capital Raising
From friends-and-family rounds to institutional funding, we prepare the documentation and guide you through the fund-raising process.
Governance & Compliance
Establish board practices, maintain corporate formalities, and stay compliant as you grow.
Contracts & Commercial
Draft and negotiate the agreements that run your business—customer contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, and more.
M&A & Exit Planning
When it's time for a transaction—acquisition, merger, or sale—we help you navigate due diligence, negotiation, and closing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What entity type should I choose?
It depends on your goals. C-Corps are standard for venture-backed startups; LLCs often work better for lifestyle businesses or real estate. We'll discuss your specific situation.
When should I involve a lawyer?
Earlier than you think. Getting structure right from the start is far cheaper than fixing problems later.
Do you work with early-stage businesses?
Yes. We understand the budget constraints of new businesses and offer flexible engagement options. We love helping businesses get started!
Can you help with fundraising?
Absolutely. We prepare offering documents, negotiate terms, and guide you through the legal side of raising capital.
Let's Talk About Your Business
Ask us anything and we'll see if we can help. If not, we'll point you in the right direction.