Business Formations

AWD LAW has the experience and big-picture perspective that you need when starting a new business. Our team will take the time to understand your goals and the specific needs of your enterprise. After consideration of your business’s purpose, proposed ownership structure, tax and liability concerns, we will help you determine the most appropriate form of entity, whether that be Limited Liability Corporation (LLC), S Corporation, C Corporation, Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) or a Partnership. We will clearly identify the pros and cons of each structure. Then, we will facilitate every aspect of the incorporation process. Our comprehensive services include:

• Drafting and reviewing important corporate documents and contracts, such as articles of incorporation and bylaws;
• Negotiating employment contracts;
• Filing formation paperwork with the Arizona Corporation Commission;
• Registering and licensing your business with the appropriate cities or counties; and
• Registering your trade name with the Arizona Secretary of State

The AWD LAW team has facilitated the formation of a number of startup business, including non-profit organizations, medical device companies, occupational training for differently-abled individuals. These businesses are located all around Arizona, including in Flagstaff, Sedona, Williams, and Phoenix. Whether you are a fresh entrepreneur or an experienced business professional, AWD LAW® has the practical knowledge to complement your vision.

Our Approach

AWD LAW offers you the resources of a big firm and the responsiveness of solo practitioner. We will work closely with you to ensure you remain well-informed about all stages of your matter and that your needs are met in a way that fits with your bottom line.

When you choose to work with our business law group, you are choosing to work with a team of lawyers who have over 100 years of combined experience. Our attorneys have diverse training and backgrounds in business and other areas, so through our collaborative efforts, we can provide you with a unique and strategic perspective on whatever matter you bring. We understand the unique needs of businesses around Northern Arizona, and we are deeply committed to the economic health of our community.

Helpful Resources

Arizona Corporation Commission
Arizona Secretary of State
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

We are Northern Arizona’s business law firm. If you need to speak with an AWD LAW® business lawyer, contact us today at (928) 774-1478!

We can help you evaluate the circumstances of your business and determine your best options for the most successful outcome possible.

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