Business Law Solutions
Strategic legal guidance for businesses at every stage.
Entity Selection for Long-Term Success
Choosing the right entity has long-term effects on liability, taxes, and growth. We act as general counsel for businesses throughout the Phoenix area, advising on:
Sole Proprietorships
Simple structure; owner assumes all liabilities.
Partnerships
Shared ownership and management; personal liability considerations.
Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
Flexible management, limited personal liability.
Corporations
Separate legal entity, tax planning, shareholder protections.
We also guide clients through purchasing or selling businesses, ensuring proper structure and legal compliance.
Structuring Buy and Sell
Buying or selling a business is a significant investment. We provide tailored guidance on:
Asset vs. stock purchases
Purchase agreements, bills of sale, promissory notes
Security agreements and UCC filings
Lease assignments and landlord consents
Covenants not to compete, consulting agreements, and personal guaranties
Every transaction is unique, and our partner-led team ensures your deal is thorough, compliant, and protects your future interests.
General Counsel Services
Not every business has the resources or the need for a full-time, in-house attorney. That’s where we come in.
Day-to-Day Legal Advice
Employment & HR Guidance
Contract Drafting & Review
Business Succession and Planning
We provide outside general counsel services, offering the legal guidance your business needs an ongoing, as-needed basis.
Why Clients Choose Us
Direct Partner Attention
You work with experienced attorneys, not junior associates.
Focused Business Expertise
Over three decades of combined experience in Phoenix business law.
Comprehensive Legal Solutions
From entity formation to succession planning, and contracts.
Secure Your Business Today
Protect your business and ensure legal compliance. Contact Sternfels & White, PLLC, today to schedule a consultation with our experienced business law attorneys.