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Our business law attorneys believe that understanding your business is the cornerstone when advising you regarding which type of business entity will help you attain the goals set forth in your business plan. When more than a sole proprietor is involved, we very much believe that an exit strategy for one or more principals is as critically important as the selection of the correct business entity – sole proprietorship, incorporation, professional corporation, limited liability corporation, partnership, limited liability partnership or a combination or variant of these types of entities. Our business law attorneys are well versed in tax law and the advantages and disadvantages of each type of entity as it pertains to taxation.
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Incorporation (Inc.)

This is a business entity which has authority under law to act as a single person distinct from the shareholders who own it and have rights to issue stock and exist indefinitely. C Corporations are a form of incorporation in which income is taxed through the corporation rather than through its shareholders. Any corporation not electing S-Corporation tax status under the Internal Revenue Code is a C Corporation by default. Employment Law Succession Planning
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Professional Corporation (PC)

When professional service providers wish to limit personal liability exposure, a professional corporation may be the business entity to chose.
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Limited Liability Corporation (LLC)

This is business entity that is characterized by limited liability, management by members or managers, and limitations on ownership transfer - also termed Limited Liability Company.
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Partnerships

A partnership is a voluntary association of two or more persons who jointly own and carry on business for profit. Under the Uniform Partnership Act, a partnership is presumed to exist if the persons agree to share proportionally the business's profits or loses.
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Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP)

This is a form of partnership in which a partner is not personally liable for a negligent act committed by another partner or by an employee not under the partner's supervision.
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Employment Contracts

Although Indiana is an employment-at-will state , there may be certain instances when an employer knowingly or unknowingly entered into an employment contract in which the terms and conditions of employment were stated. In those instances, it is always best to have a qualified employment law attorney review all documentation in order to protect your rights and potential benefits. Campbell Kyle Proffitt LLP has multiple employment law attorneys well versed in employment contracts that stand ready to assist you when needed.
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Covenants Not to Compete

If you entered into an arrangement with your former employer regarding your refraining from conducting business similar to that of the former employer, you may want to have one of the firm's employment law attorneys review the covenant to ensure it is reasonable in scope, time and territory. Our employment law attorneys are well versed in contractual issues such as covenants not to compete, restrictive covenants, non-compete covenants and contracts not to compete. We stand ready to assist both employers and employees in drafting these agreements, or fighting to overturn or enforce their provisions.
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Buy and Sell Agreements and Transactions

Regardless of the type of business entity under which a business is organized, it is most important to ensure the smooth continuity of operation. Buy and sell agreements are agreements by which the surviving owners of a business agree to purchase the interest of a withdrawing or deceased owner. Campbell Kyle Proffitt LLP business attorneys can assist you with the creation of this agreement or transaction to clarify and simplify the transition of ownership terms.
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Wage Claims and Disputes

The employment law attorneys at Campbell Kyle Proffitt LLP have the experience and expertise to ensure you are properly represented before state and federal agencies and courts when it comes to a wage and hour dispute. Our attorneys regularly practice in Federal Court representing individuals under the Fair Labor Standards Act to argue injustices when it comes to wages owed to an employee. Employer penalties and judgments can be very severe when it comes to the proper payment of employee wages. Entrust your future to those who have the skills and experience in dealing in such matters; entrust your future to the employment law attorneys at Campbell Kyle Proffitt LLP.
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Employment Disputes

Whether you have a wage dispute with your current employer, disagree on the terms of withdrawal or are limited in your ability to compete, the employment law attorneys at Campbell Kyle Proffitt LLP have the experience, including litigation experience, necessary to ensure that your future or current livelihood is protected. Whether you are an employer or employee, make sure you select someone with the requisite skills needed to look out for your interests.
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Succession Planning

Succession planning involves all matters that relate to the act of ensuring that the business is taken over or acquired by the person or entity to whom you wish it to pass. Too often, individuals fail to plan for this very important continuum in their business planning, and valuable time and resources have to be diverted to deal with matters following the withdrawal or death of a business principal. At Campbell Kyle Proffitt LLP, our business attorneys and estate planning attorneys work closely together to ensure that each is kept abreast of the latest trends, and up to date with tax laws to ensure that financial disruptions are minimized and the business continues to operate in an efficient and profitable manner.
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