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Business Succession Planning

Statistics overwhemingly indicate that the majority of family businesses and closely held corporations do not survive after the loss of a principal.  The reason is, most companies fail to prepare an exit stratey for its key personnel.  To increase your odds for success, we will not only assist you in establishing a plan to ensure that your business will continue but we can also help to maximize the return on your investment.  Business succession planning is an investment in the future of your business for the owners and their family members, employees, and clients. Planning is the key to future success for everyone whose efforts have helped the business to grow. The existence of a succession plan emphasizes your commitment to the business's long-term growth and creates confidence with customers, lenders, employees, and key suppliers.

How We Serve Our Clients

Developing a succession plan is a multi-step process which includes an analysis and implementation of shareholder and buy-sell agreements, the estate plan, compensation and employee incentive plans, and insurance policies - particularly "key-man" insurance.  The process involves the counsel of independent professionals who contribute objectively with specialized skills and experience.  To that end, we maintain close working relationships with adept financial planners, accountants, and bankers dedicated to assisting our clients in ensuring long-range business objectives.

 

Associated Practice Areas

Corporate & Securities Practice

Estate Planning Practice