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I’m Bill Syverson, a business law & estate planning attorney in St. Cloud, MN. I have over 30 years of experience representing clients in a diverse range of situations. Contact me now for a free consultation!
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With over 30 years of business law experience, I’ve learned many things. Laws and circumstances change, but what hasn’t changed is my commitment and responsiveness to my clients.
Your business provides your living, but it’s also a source of pride. One of the most satisfying things about being a business attorney is partnering with you from formation to succession. Creating strong business documents, contracts, and agreements is foundational for your business’ success. Let’s get started today.
Businesses typically take two very distinct paths: grow to sell or grow to buy. What is your business plan? I’ll help you figure out the best plan for your business and get you set-up to achieve those goals.
Most businesses need some legal contracts in place. These can include non-disclosure agreements, force majeure, general contracts, contract disputes, breach of contract, and business compliance.
Selling your business can be stressful. I streamline the process by creating a solid agreement between you and your buyer. A business sale agreement has many facets, and it’s critical the documents are created and/or reviewed by a lawyer who is experienced in business law.
If you’re considering buying a business, it’s important to talk to an experienced business law attorney. I guide people every day who need help when buying a business. I’ll review your contracts, develop non-compete clauses, ensure the business is viable, and determine the market value.
Corporate law is different from business law. Business law mainly deals with contracts and disputes. Corporate law focuses on business formation documents, partnership agreements, articles of incorporation documents, business plans, DBA registration, and employment law.
Joint ventures are when more than one party seeks the development of a single enterprise. Each party assumes risk in the venture, which is why it’s important to have a contract in place. Let’s discuss the benefits of creating a joint venture agreement.
Family businesses offer both joy and challenge. Navigating contracts, succession planning, family dynamics, and more is a sensitive thing. It’s advisable to have a family business attorney look at the whole picture and offer an outside perspective.
As an experienced business law attorney, I’ve learned to see things from both sides of the table. While that may seem counterintuitive, it’s critical in understanding the issues at hand.
Conflicts in business happen everyday for a multitude of reasons. Hiring a neutral third party to negotiate a fair and equitable settlement is oftentimes much less expensive than spending years fighting and risking a judge deciding the eventual outcome.
Planning for your legacy and your dependents’ future is a tough topic. While we know we need to do it, the conversations can be difficult. I get it. However, it’s a necessary process to ensure a smooth transition of your financial assets, medical wishes, and legal guardians.
A Will is a legal document which provides direction for your assets and can appoint guardians for your minor children. Wills have many benefits and are great for communicating your wishes upon your death. However, a Will doesn’t ensure that you’ll avoid probate. Call me now to discuss why probate may still happen, even if you have a Will attorney.
There are four different types of trusts: living, testamentary, revocable, and irrevocable. Your personal circumstances dictate which type of trust is best for you. Call me to discuss the differences and determine your ideal plan with an experienced trust attorney.
A health care directive is similar to a living will, but it may not include specific instructions. It’s a legal document which provides directions for your medical care in the event you cannot communicate for yourself. Choosing a person to carry out your health care directive should be a well thought-out process and isn’t always an easy decision. While it may seem like a spouse or significant other is the obvious choice, they may not want to do it and/or may not be the best person. Let me help you through the journey of deciding and creating the documents to ensure your wishes are carried out.
Generally a Durable Power of Attorney is used to carry out the financial plans upon your death. It can include health care directives as well, but sometimes it’s best to separate the financial and health care issues. The Power of Attorney can manage financial items such as property, taxes, investments, bill payments, revenue collections, and more.
Similar to a health care directive or healthcare power of attorney, a living will is designed to give specific directions in the event you cannot represent yourself in a medical situation. This is not limited to terminal illness but includes other health situations. It’s very important to have specific directions and desires listed for a Living Will.
It’s very important to have your beneficiaries in place. This enables the transfer of assets to individuals regardless of the terms of your Will, and can help avoid probate. Oftentimes beneficiaries are in place for assets such as life insurance, but there are other areas where this can be an effective tool to transfer an asset seamlessly. Call me today to discuss the possibilities.
When it comes to your money and your life, you deserve to have 30 years of experience supporting you. As an estate planning & business law attorney, I’ll simplify your situation and provide you with the tools you need to protect your business, your assets, and dependents. Contact me now for a free consultation!
We are a law firm specializing in business law and estate planning, dedicated to assisting businesses, entrepreneurs, and families in navigating legal complexities to secure and enhance their legacies.