Business Law

Helping corporations succeed

Sigmon & Sigmon, P.C. represents numerous corporations in the Lehigh Valley area.  Complex legal situations arise for businesses all the time and we have the experience to advise our clients on the most prudent course of action.

Forming the corporate entity

We counsel businesses from their inception about the most advantageous business entity to form in their cases.  Established business clients are reviewed to assess if they are operating under the most beneficial structure, and may be advised to change the form of business.  It depends on the type of business and goals.  Each choice has different consequences for protection against liability, minimizing taxes, and more.  The most common types of business entities to consider are:

• Sole proprietorships
• Partnerships
• Limited liability partnerships (LLP)
• Limited liability companies (LLC)
• Incorporation including S corporations and C corporations

Preparing, negotiating, and defending contracts

Our attorneys prepare and review contracts and legal documents for all sizes of businesses.  These documents need to be skillfully drafted to protect our business clients.  When a business we represent is sued, a defense strategy is formulated to help defeat the claim.

Suing for breach of contract when necessary

We stand behind the contracts we have prepared by fighting for our clients if there is a breach of contract dispute.  Our attorneys are ready to litigate when necessary for nonpayment of services and to enforce other terms of an agreement.  When a contract has been breached, we can sue for cash damages, enforcement of the original contact provisions, and more.

Resolving environmental problems in commercial real estate transactions

When a client is considering a purchase of business property, we order an environmental study, among other actions.  Sometimes unforeseen problems arise, such as evidence of a past chemical spill or another environmental concern.  When a problem like this is discovered, the buyer can eventually become responsible for problems that they knew about at the time of purchase.  It is important for the buyer to know what repairs are necessary before they make the purchase.

The seller is not automatically obligated to take care of the problems that are found and they may become negotiating points.  Governmental authorities may become involved, too.  Sigmon & Sigmon, P.C. often resolves these issues without litigation.  We negotiate with the seller about who will pay for the remedy.  We also negotiate with the governmental entities as to the nature and extent of remedial actions required to resolve the matter. 

Fighting to win your legal issue

Contact Sigmon & Sigmon, P.C. online or call us at 610-865-3404 to speak to caring and talented attorneys who have been dedicated to solving legal issues for clients since 1987.