Business Law

At Peterson Goodman & Hawkins PLC, our attorneys counsel businesses and prospective businesses through transactions and formation. We are prepared to handle all phases of business’ development, from organizing a company to dissolving or selling one. Our attorneys have experience advising businesses of all types and sizes, from start-ups to larger corporations.

In addition to business formation and transactions, we also devote a large part of our business law practice to resolution through negotiation or in court.

Establishing a business

Choosing what type of business entity to establish depends on specific factors related to your business such as goals and growth expectations, capital, and personnel. Attorneys at Peterson Goodman & Hawkins PLC explain the advantages and disadvantages of different business entity options after careful consideration of your circumstances and applicable laws:

• Sole proprietorships
• General and limited partnerships
• Limited liability company
• “C” and “S” corporations

If you have questions about starting a business in Virginia, do not hesitate to contact our attorneys in Vienna.

Services for business transactions

Our attorneys assist businesses throughout our area in reviewing contracts and transactions to reduce risk and to ensure that your business interests are protected and promoted. We are prepared to handle a range of issues, including buyer-seller agreements, shareholder agreements, loan documentation, voluntary and involuntary actions. In addition, we also counsel and represent clients in commercial real estate and employment law matters.