Category: Business Law
Why Do I Need a Business Attorney?
You’ve been told you need a business attorney. On top of everything else you currently worry about, now you wonder, “do I really need an attorney to start my business?” …
Which Type of Business Entity Is Best for Me?
In this two-part series, we’ll discuss the differences in the following business entities: Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, and Limited Liability Company. Congratulations! You want to start a business. You’ve perfected a …
Which Type of Business Entity is Best for Me? Part Two
In the first entry of this two part blog series, we discussed four questions to ask yourself when deciding what business entity to choose. In part two, we go into …
Keeping the Family Camp in the Family
With summer imminent, many Mainers and those “from away” will be heading to their camps or vacation properties for relaxation and recreation. Frequently, these camps are legacy properties that have …
Planning for Success: Gathering Your Team and Your Ideas
When should I retain an attorney? This is a question with a specific answer for each entity. Some people like to come to visit us before their company is off …
Is That Pot Shop Legal: Maine Municipalities Wrestle with Whether to “Opt in” to Marijuana
As a municipal attorney in Maine, I can never predict what new legal challenge one of our many municipal clients will call about next. This is one of my favorite …
New IRS Rules Regarding Partnership Audits (including LLCs), Part I
This blog will be part one of three regarding the new IRS BBA Rules regarding partnership audits that went into effect on January 1, 2018. Background: For over 35 years …
Ensuring Compliance with Harassment Training Obligations
The national attention given recently to sexual harassment serves as a good reminder to Maine employers of their obligations to employees in this context. In addition, the first of a …
Best Practices in International Business Contracting – Part 2
In a prior blog post, I began discussing best practices when contracting with another business that is outside of the United States. The most successful businesses forecast their potential business …