The negotiation and proper documentation of the terms and conditions of business agreements entered into by and among corporate entities and individuals is critical to the success of any business, regardless of size. Betts Patterson Mines offers legal advice and assistance to corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, trusts and proprietorships of all sizes and in all stages of development, involving a wide range of business transactions and diverse industries including product manufacturing and distribution, computer software and technology, forest products, construction, healthcare, professional services, real estate purchase and sale transactions, leasing and development, and wholesale and retail food distribution. Legal services provided by attorneys in this practice area include:
- Business formation, start-ups and choice of business entity
- Business acquisitions and disposition, including real estate purchases, sales and leasing transactions, and contract document preparation
- Corporate organization and dissolution
- Employer/Employee relations
- Taxation of businesses
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental issues
- Financial transactions
In addition to its representation of middle market businesses located in the Pacific Northwest, BPM also represents national and international businesses with interests in this region or that are seeking to enter the market through strategic acquisitions or the establishment of branch offices. Business transaction attorneys work collaboratively with lawyers in other practice areas, including employment practice, estate and business planning, taxation, commercial litigation, environmental law and other specialties to identify potential issues and develop workable solutions leading to the successful consummation of the client’s transaction.
National and International Legal Counsel As a member of LaWorld, an international consortium of law firms, we offer clients access to high quality legal counsel across the U.S. and around the globe. We have deep relationships with other member firms to support you on transactional matters or in litigation, no matter where you do business. With access to highly-respected, independent legal expertise across most of the major commercial centers around the world — you’ll always have the right attorneys in the right jurisdictions to help you navigate to the best outcomes!