KOM’s business and commercial transaction attorneys represent large and small public and private business entities. Our representation includes advising new and established business clients at all stages of their development and growth. We represent business clients in Michigan, throughout the United States and internationally. Our clients are involved in various types of industries and our business lawyers are skilled at tailoring knowledge to best meet the needs of a diverse client base. Our attorneys have expertise in a wide range of business and tax subjects, including:
Creation of Business Entities
Our business attorneys have the knowledge and experience to help you select and form the correct entity for your business, whether that is a corporation, limited liability company or partnership. We also have experience in the creation of joint ventures among business organizations.
Shareholder Buy-Sell Agreements
Whether starting a new business or purchasing into a new business, KOM attorneys can advise and protect you through the preparation of shareholder agreements or buy-sell agreement setting forth the understanding of the parties with respect to dissolution, sale of interest in the entity, death, disability and valuation.
Purchase of Existing Businesses
Our attorneys have represented many clients purchasing new businesses, both large and small. Our experience includes both stock or membership interest acquisitions, asset purchases and mergers.
Franchises
KOM attorneys have extensive experience in Michigan Franchise Law. Our clients include both individuals looking to become a franchisee and own a small business to representing one of the largest national franchisor of convenience stores in the country.
General Business Matters
KOM attorneys can help you work through the day to day legal issues that occur in any business. These include employment matters, vendor contract review, leases, purchase agreements, lending matters, collections and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings and issues.
Liquor License Acquisition, Sale and Defense
From acquisition to sale KOM has the experience to help your business acquire the type of liquor license (SDM, SDD, Class C) you need to operate your business. KOM attorneys also regularly appear before the Michigan Liquor Control Commission to successfully appeal an initial denial of a license transfer or represent an existing license holder in defense of an alleged violation.
Our business and transactional lawyers have the necessary skills and experience to represent clients in complex transactions and also provide assistance with day-to-day business matters. In addition, KOM’s business and transactional lawyers are members of the Detroit Regional Economic Chamber, the German American Chamber of Commerce and take part in Chamber activities in the metropolitan Detroit area.
Business and Commercial Transactions Attorneys:
Stephen P. Ormond
Paul S. Magy
Mark G. Kaylian
David M. Blau
Howard L. Zoller