Experienced Business Law Attorneys
Running a business can be demanding. Whether a sole proprietorship or a public corporation, a business requires attention to legal details and the benefit of reliable legal counsel. The attorneys in the Mette, Evans & Woodside Business Law practice can give your company the legal strength you need to succeed.
Our Business Law attorneys are skilled at guiding you through the often complex challenges of forming, owning, and operating a business. We can help you realize your entrepreneurial dream and make sure you can maximize its potential.
Our business attorneys have broad experience in many industries, including: Real Estate, Manufacturing, Banking, Healthcare, Education, Public Utilities, Energy, Finance, Agriculture, Retail, Construction, Engineering, Hospitality, Automotive, Distribution, Student Housing, and Residential Rentals.
Business Formation & Organization
The attorneys at Mette Attorneys at Law assist start-up companies in all aspects of the business formation process. Our attorneys have experience in all aspects of business and tax law and can guide you through selecting an entity structure that provides the most benefits. We can prepare and file all required formation documents, as well as assist with annual filings and address corporate legal issues.
Business Reorganization
Business reorganization is sometimes a necessary alternative when cash flow does not equal expenses or when a company needs to reorganize debt, restructure, or maximize the value of its assets. Regardless of the situation, our attorneys have the experience to provide a customized reorganization plan tailored to meet the specific needs of your individual situation.
Because every business is unique, the available legal remedies and strategies can differ considerably. Complex laws, regulations, tax codes, bankruptcy laws, and state and federal employment laws make each business reorganization unique. Our attorneys draw on their extensive experience to navigate a successful restructuring.
- Business Reorganization
- Debtor and Creditor Relations
- Out-Of-Court Workouts
- Bankruptcy
Legal Planning for Your Business
In addition to helping launch businesses, our attorneys offer proactive assistance with a full range of legal concerns to help avoid issues. At Mette Attorneys at Law, we recognize the importance of taking a proactive approach to legal issues to minimize corporate liability, bypass common business mistakes, and avoid potential litigation. We can serve as trusted counsel for whatever situation arises when running your business successfully.
- Business Formation
- Choice Of Entity
- Bylaws and Operating Agreements
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Asset Purchases and Sales
- Shareholder & Partner Agreements
- Commercial Disputes and Litigation
- Employment & Executive Compensation
- Employment Agreements
- Board Duties and Indemnification Issues
- Public & Private Offering of Securities
- Contract Preparation, Analysis & Negotiation
- Executive Compensation
- Joint Ventures
- Tax Planning
Creditors’ Rights
From simple collection matters under state law to complex bankruptcy proceedings under federal law, Mette Attorneys at Law understands all aspects of the collection process.
We represent creditors in business and consumer collections, loan workouts, turnarounds, liquidations, and bankruptcy proceedings. We are committed to finding creative and practical solutions to maximize your recovery and minimize costs and fees.
- Consumer and Business Collections
- Foreclosures
- Replevins
- Loan Workouts
- Liquidations
- Out-Of-Court Restructuring
- Turnarounds
- Bankruptcy Proceedings
Succession Planning for a Smooth Transition
Surviving the unplanned departure of a key owner or managing executive can be perilous for any business, whether it is a large corporation or a family-run business. Unfortunately, many business owners and executives fail to adequately plan for their successors.
The attorneys at Mette Attorneys at Law work with businesses across various industries to assist with succession planning and ensure a seamless transition that enables them to achieve their future business goals. Our attorneys have experience managing the complex tasks required for a large corporation’s transition and the delicate nuances of a leadership change in a closely held family-owned business.
Our legal team has expertise in business succession and estate planning, enabling us to create a plan that not only facilitates a smooth transition but also considers potential tax consequences.
- Succession Planning
- Family Business Matters
- Transition Strategies
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
- Pass-Through Entities
- Private Placements & Private Equity Transactions
- Buy/Sell Agreements
- Ownership Transfers
- Tax Planning
- Lifetime Gift Planning
- Wealth Transfers
Our Experienced Business Law Attorneys in Harrisburg, PA
Thomas A. Archer
Matthew D. Coble
John A. Feichtel
Timothy A. Hoy
Aaron D. Martin
Benjamin A. Ried
James A. Ulsh
James A. Beebe
Gladys E. Balcarcel
Dallas Kephart
Geographic Regions Served
Harrisburg • Lancaster • York • Philadelphia • Pittsburgh • State College • Altoona • New Jersey