Business law and succession
Keep the business running and the family intact.
A business or ranch that depends on one person needs a plan for the day that person steps back. We build the handoff and the estate plan together, so it happens on your terms.
Sound familiar?
- You own a business, farm, or ranch, and there is no written plan for who takes over
- One child works the operation and the others don't
- You have partners and no buy-sell agreement, or one nobody has read in years
- You want your personal assets protected from business risk
How we help
We're entrepreneurs too. From getting the entity right to the agreements that hand it to the next generation, we keep the company compliant and coordinate every piece with your estate plan and your accountant.
Land is the legacy in this part of the country, and dividing it can divide a family. Fair is not always equal. We start those conversations early, with everyone at the table.
Common questions
Should my business be owned by my trust?
Often, but it depends on your entity documents and your goals. We check both in your consultation and tell you what works.
How do I treat the children who don't work the farm fairly?
There are several ways, and the right one depends on the numbers and the family. That is exactly the conversation we have with you before anything is drafted.
Plan the handoff before you need it.
Bring your operating documents and your questions. We'll map the succession and the estate plan together.
What happens next
- 1Tell us a little about your situationTwo minutes on the contact page, or ask the assistant.
- 2Pick a timeWe meet over Zoom, wherever you are.
- 3Leave knowing what you need and what it costsThen you decide. No pressure either way.
Consultations are free and carry no obligation.