Attorney in St. Paul, Minnesota: Business Transactions
Over 35 Years of Experience
Whether you are starting a new business or looking to protect or expand and existing operation, you want an experienced lawyer to advise you, so that you know your options and can make informed decisions. The choice of business form can have a long term impact on the success of your company. A carefully constructed contract will help limit your exposure to issues that can affect your success.
At the law offices of Stephen L. Nelson, Attorney and Counselor at Law, we have over 35 years of experience representing small-to-medium-sized businesses in transactional matters. We understand that every situation is unique and tailor our work to meet the individual needs of each client. We never resort to forms or boilerplate agreements to meet your business needs. Contact our offices to arrange a confidential consultation.
Our business transaction practice includes:
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Advice regarding business formation. We will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of different legal structures for your business, from sole proprietorships and partnerships to limited liability companies and corporations. Once you have identified the form that will best meet your needs, we will prepare and file all the documents required to establish your business in compliance with Minnesota business laws, including articles of incorporation or organization, partnership agreements, by-laws and applications for tax and revenue identification numbers. We also assist clients with employment agreements, shareholder or member control agreements, buy sell agreements, and covenants not to compete.
- The negotiation, review and preparation of most types of business contracts. We handle all matters related to the execution of a broad range of commercial agreements, including:
- Purchase agreements (assets and stock)
- Real estate transactions
- Subcontractor agreements
- Development contracts
- Construction contracts
We will also advise you on your mechanics' liens rights and handle all documentation related to Common Interest Communities (CICs).
To schedule a confidential meeting to discuss your business transaction needs, contact us or call us at (651) 646-5000. We have been at the same location, just north of University on Snelling Avenue, for over 50 years.
Attorney Nelson is AV-rated under Martindale-Hubbell's Peer Review Rating System.*
Stephen L. Nelson
Attorney and Counselor at Law
665 North Snelling Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104
Telephone: (651) 646-5000
Fax: (651) 642-2619
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