Business Law Attorneys in Northern VA

General Counsel Business Law Attorneys in Northern Virginia provide comprehensive business law services to our clients covering the entire business life cycle from business formation to exit strategies, ensuring timely and proper handling of important legal issues. Our expansive knowledge of business law equips us to cater to more complex needs, contributing significantly to business growth and legal security for larger corporations.

BUSINESS BREAKUPS IN VIRGINIA

While no one goes into business expecting to have to “breakup” with their business partners, it is something that all business owners should plan for, just in case.

MINORITY SHAREHOLDER PROTECTIONS

Since majority shareholders own more than 50% of the corporation, they have more voting power over the corporation’s decisions. However, there are protections in place for minority shareholders.

EMERGING COMPANIES

Our business law attorneys regularly advise emerging and established companies at every stage of their evolution.

ENTITY FORMATION

Our attorneys partner with clients to help with every aspect of starting a business, from selecting the appropriate business entity to drafting the essential corporate documents.

REAL ESTATE AND LEASES

Real Estate and Lease Negotiations for Businesses of Every Size.

STARTING A BUSINESS, LICENSING & COMPLIANCE

Many new businesses can be overwhelmed by the varying local, state, and federal licensing and regulatory requirements.

REGISTERED AGENT SERVICES

If you plan to do business in the Commonwealth of Virginia, a registered agent is required by law.

FOREIGN COMPANIES ENTERING U.S. MARKET

Complete Legal Support for Foreign Companies Entering the U.S. Market.

SUCCESSION PLANNING FOR BUSINESS OWNERS

At General Counsel, P.C., our attorneys have extensive experience in representing a wide range of local, regional and national companies.

TAX LAW MATTERS

At General Counsel, P.C. our tax attorneys teach, lecture and publish on both a local and national level regarding a wide variety of tax issues.

CHARITABLE SOLICITATION PRACTICE GROUP

Providing Representation to Charitable Organizations and Professional Solicitors throughout the Nation.

LEGAL BUSINESS CONTINGENCY PLANS

From the Experienced Estate Planning Attorneys of General Counsel, P.C.

BUSINESS SUCCESSION PLANNING

Individuals or spouses that own family businesses have an extra consideration when estate planning — succession of the business.

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

As businesses grow, owners should consider potential expansion and exit opportunities in order to make sure their years of hard work continue to pay off.

Contract Management

Contract management is the process and procedures used to track contract deadlines, notice requirements and other key terms and conditions.

Recent Business Law and the Legal Environment Articles

  • Piercing the corporate veil is an exceptional remedy

    Virginia has a strong policy in favor of recognizing the corporate entity as separate and distinct from its members. The corporate form protects the owners of a corporation from liability in a lawsuit against the corporation. “Piercing the corporate veil” is a phrase that describes a situation in which the corporation’s limited liability protections are...

  • Ask General Counsel: Can a contract be formed through email communications?

    Published by Ask General Counsel on InsideNova, 1/27/2022 Image from Inside Nova In this edition of Ask General Counsel, the attorneys at General Counsel, P.C., discuss whether a contract can be formed simply through email communications (spoiler, the answer is yes). Parties often believe that to have a valid contract, it is necessary to have...

  • Use Care (and Caution) in Drafting Contracts

    Contracts are critical in the business world. Employment agreements, purchase contracts, and non-disclosure agreements are only a few examples of the various contracts that play a large role in the success of a business. However, not all contracts are created equal. Each agreement should be drafted specifically to address the specific parties to a matter...

  • Ask General Counsel: 6 reasons NOT to serve as the registered agent for your business

    Published by Ask General Counsel on InsideNova, 7/27/2022 Image from Inside Nova In this edition of Ask General Counsel, the business law attorneys at General Counsel, P.C., located in McLean, discuss why business owners should not serve as the registered agent for their business. Businesses in Virginia are required to have a registered office and registered agent....

  • How to Protect Your Business in a Divorce

    Webinar: How to Protect your Business in a Divorce

    Often, a business owner’s most valuable asset is their business. Further, a divorce can cause disruption and, in some circumstances, result in the destruction of a business. Business owners need to protect their business from the negative impacts of a divorce. In this webinar, General Counsel, P.C. business attorney Evan St. John will discuss preventative...

  • Negotiating Business Ownership in Divorce

    Advice from Divorce Attorney – How to Protect Your Business During a Divorce

    Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels Couples typically do not enter into marriage thinking about divorce, but, unfortunately, not planning for the possibility can oftentimes have serious consequences. Divorces can be difficult, and even more complex when business assets are at stake. For many business owners, the business itself is the individual’s most valuable asset. Business owners...

Business Law and the Legal Environment

The current legal and regulatory environment can greatly influence the way a business carries out its activities. Businesses must ensure they comply with all the state and federal laws and regulations applicable in the areas they do business. These rules and regulations can change frequently and are often unclear regarding their practical effect. Our business law attorneys have extensive experience and can help your business navigate the legal waters throughout the life cycle of your business. Our business law firm can assist business owners from the initial formation of a business to its dissolution and with any issues in between.

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