….And do you and your business need it?
US Business Counselling refers to professional advisory services provided to individuals or entities involved in starting, operating, or growing a business in the United States.
In the context of legal services, “Business Counselling” typically means ongoing legal advice to help a company navigate day-to-day legal challenges and long-term planning.
As international lawyers focusing on US – UK matters, advising on US-UK transactions and organisational matters, our attorneys consult clients on their business development plans and cover a wide range of topics, depending on the specific needs of our clients.
Key Areas of US Business Counselling:
- Business Formation & Structure
- Choosing between LLC, Corporation (Inc.), Partnership (including LP and LLP), etc.
- Registering the business with appropriate state and federal agencies.
- Drafting formation documents (e.g. articles of incorporation, bylaws).
- Compliance & Regulation
- Understanding and adhering to federal, state, and local regulations.
- Industry-specific licensing, employment law, environmental rules, etc.
- Contracts & Transactions
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
- Vendor agreements, customer contracts, employment agreements.
- Employment & HR
- Advising on hiring practices, employee classification, wage laws.
- Creating employee handbooks and policies.
- Tax Planning
- Guidance on federal and state tax obligations.
- Structuring the business to minimize tax liability.
- Intellectual Property
- Protecting trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.
- Licensing and technology agreements.
- Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
- Advising on liability risks and insurance.
- Handling disputes with employees, customers, or partners.
- Growth & Exit Strategies
- Mergers, acquisitions, and fundraising.
- Preparing for a sale or succession of the business.
US Business Counselling Experts
Which other sets of professionals do we work with on counselling Businesses looking to set up in the USA?Â
- Other Law firms (especially tax and immigration specialists)
- Risk Management and Insurance
- Professional Employment Organisations or Employer Of Record Service Providers
- AccountantsÂ
- US Chambers of Commerce and US-focused Business Groups
- Private consultants and advisors