At Crawford & von Keller, we provide comprehensive legal support for businesses of all sizes, from inexperienced startups to well-established organizations that are pillars of their community. Our experienced business attorneys advise clients on matters from entity formation and corporate governance to operational compliance and ongoing legal obligations as a business owner.

Whether you are starting a new business venture, need support as you expand your business, or want to wind down operations, turn to Crawford & von Keller for the practical guidance you need. Call us at 803-764-7423 to set up a consultation now.

Supporting Every Stage of the Business Lifecycle

Every business, from a small family-owned company to a rapidly-growing regional operation, benefits from early, ongoing legal assistance. Many business owners don’t seek out legal assistance until they find themselves facing a lawsuit—but when you retain an attorney earlier, you can prevent the issues that lead to lawsuits. We help businesses through every stage of their growth, including:

• Choice of entity: Your choice of entity affects many areas of your business, from taxation and liability to management authority and long-term expansion. We help clients evaluate the advantages and drawbacks of different business types.
• Business formation: After you’ve selected the right type of entity for your business, our team will manage the formation process. This includes drafting and filing organizational documents, establishing agreements, and ensuring that all South Carolina legal requirements are met.
• Compliance and governance: When your business becomes operational, our goal is to keep your business in good standing, prevent disputes, and avoid unnecessary legal or administrative complications.

Corporate Governance, Board of Directors, and Management Support

Strong governance is a critical part of maintaining stable operations and nurturing long-term success. Crawford & von Keller helps companies in a variety of ways, including:

• Drafting and updating bylaws and operating agreements that cover management authority, voting rights, and key decision-making procedures
• Preparing corporate resolutions that document actions like ownership changes, acquisitions, policy updates, and financing decisions
• Advising boards of directors on their fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, general best practices, and governance structure
• Documenting board actions like meeting minutes and written consents to protect the business’s integrity and compliance

We strive to help leadership make decisions with clarity, consistency, and strong legal backing.

Succession Planning

As you prepare for leadership transitions, retirement, or unexpected changes in leadership, effective succession planning is what will ensure your business survives and grows after it changes hands. We collaborate with businesses of all sizes to create succession planning strategies that prevent operational disruption and preserve the continuity of the business.

Wind-Up and Dissolution

When it’s time to dissolve the business and move forward, proper dissolution protects you from future liability and ties up all loose ends. Our team works with clients to satisfy all remaining financial and legal obligations for the entity.

Partner With an Experienced Business Law Firm

Whether you’re establishing a new business, updating your corporate governance documents, or getting ready for a major transition, Crawford & von Keller offers the counsel and reliability you need. You can depend on our in-depth understanding of South Carolina business law to carry you through whichever challenges business ownership brings your way.

Let’s talk about your next steps as a business owner and develop a plan that sets you up for long-term success. Reach out online or call us at 803-764-7423 now.