Meeting the Needs of Indiana and Illinois Business Clients
The choices you make during the formation of your business — and throughout the life of the company — can have a profound impact on the success of your entity as your own personal liability. At the Law Offices of Canalia & Ckark, LLC, our attorneys have more than 50 years of combined business law experience in Indiana and Illinois. We will guide you through the formation and maintenance of your company to protect your interests.
Legal mistakes can be costly and time-consuming for businesses. Contact us to schedule a free consultation to discuss your business law concerns and how we can assist you.
Business Formation
Choosing the right entity for a new business is critically important. There are many questions we need to answer such as: What will be the primary purpose of your business? How much personal liability are you willing to assume? Which entity meets your tax goals?
We will take the time to understand your situation and guide you through the formation of the right entity for you such as:
- S-Corp
- C-Corp
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Proprietorship
- Not-for-profit corporation
- Charitable organization
We have a thorough understanding of the benefits and risks associated with each business entity. We will assist you with every aspect of the business formation process, including:
- Establishing a formal business structure
- Drafting corporate governance documents
- Coordinating tax issues
- Obtaining an employee ID number from the IRS
- Addressing corporate formalities to contain liability
Business Maintenance
Throughout the life of your business, situations may arise that require legal guidance. We will protect your interests by:
- Acting as a registered agent for your corporation
- Completing annual reports in a timely fashion
- Drafting corporate resolutions and necessary minutes
- Maintaining corporate records books
- Addressing business succession planning issues
- Drafting buy sell agreements
Protect Yourself and Your Business
If you are starting a new business or running an established company in the Chicago Metropolitan area, Cook or Will County, Illinois. or Lake County, Indiana, our experienced lawyers can protect your interests. Call 708-251-0566 or contact us online to schedule a complimentary initial consultation.