Kristen David

Navigating succession planning for family-owned businesses can be quite a balancing act. A recent matter involves advising a small family business seeking to transition ownership within the family to the next generation while the parents step back into passive roles. This scenario presents a complex set of challenges: preserving family harmony, maintaining business profitability, and ensuring a smooth financial transition. Here are a few strategic options available in such a scenario: 1. Phased Buyout with Management Transition – A gradual sale allowing the next generation to run the business while the parents retain passive ownership. This offers flexibility but requires clear legal terms to mitigate risks and possible family tensions. 2. Gift of Ownership with Buyout Provisions – Transferring ownership incrementally, giving new owners immediate control while safeguarding the parents' financial interests. Tax implications need to be considered and exit strategies must be carefully planned. 3. Seller Financing – Allowing the next generation to buy out the business over time, providing them with financial flexibility while the parents earn passive income. Solid legal agreements can ensure protections if payments falter and relationships crater. Every family business is unique, and the right approach requires both legal expertise, accounting/tax advisors, and a deep understanding of your own internal family dynamics. When working with Seiler Law PLLC, our goal is to protect your legacy and secure a seamless transition. When succession planning is done right, the business and the family thrive. #successionplanning #businessattorney #corporatelawyer #familybusiness (Image by Hajnalka Mahler from Pixabay)

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📣 **Attention Business Owners and Stakeholders!** 📣 The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect January 1, 2024, and it’s more crucial than ever for your business to be informed and compliant! 🏢💼 🔑 **What You Need to Know:** The effective date is approaching, and timely compliance is critical to avoid penalties. Ensure you’re prepared! Visit https://hubs.li/Q02PTbH10 for additional information. 📣 **Stay Ahead of the Game!** - Review your business structure and ownership. - Gather necessary documentation. - Consult with legal experts to ensure compliance. For more information on the Corporate Transparency Act, visit https://hubs.li/Q02PTbH10. If you would like Eagle & Fein, P.C. to file the BOI Report for you, please contact Ruth Olive at [email protected] . #CorporateTransparencyAct #BusinessCompliance #TransparencyMatters #FinCEN #BusinessOwners #StayInformed #LegalAlert #ComplianceFirst

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WHY DO I NEED A BUSINESS POWER OF ATTORNEY Most people think about covering their personal affairs, but what about your business affairs? What happens if you are away, or have an accident, or a serious health issue. Your business needs to continue, but can it continue without you at the helm? You may assume your business partner or one of your staff can deal with the running of your business if you aren’t able. However, banks act fairly quickly and your business accounts could be frozen. This could mean no one having access to funds to pay bills, wages etc, and business activity could quickly grind to a halt. Setting up a business LPA in advance makes sense because you can only make one when you have the capacity to do so. If you become incapacitated, and you don’t have an LPA in place, it is too late. Someone would need to apply to the Court of Protection to become your Deputy – this can cost £3000 initially, plus ongoing fees. Don’t leave making an LPA for the future. Contact us now to arrange an initial discussion to protect your business. #businessowners #smallbusiness #contingencyplan #estateplanning #powerofattorney

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Attorneys ⚖️ Do you feel like you're running out of time to reach your 2024 goals? Are you feeling frustrated or anxious because you wanted to do more? Don't worry, just keep moving forward with hope and perseverance? Dwelling on our frustrations will only slow us down. Goals give us something to shoot for. Even if we don't hit all of our goals, we make more progress than we would without our goals. Just keep moving forward, and don't let frustration or anxiety slow you down. ➡️ Message me if you want to book a free coaching session to eliminate your frustrations and move into 2025 feeling powerful and inspired. #newyeargoals #lawyerlife #inspiredlawyer #successfullawyer

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Boost Your Mediation Strategy: Turn Memos into Confidence Builders 💡 Knowledge is power. For both plaintiffs and defendants, thoroughly reviewing the opposing mediation memo can be a game-changer. It equips you with the insights to handle negotiations confidently, stay composed, and respond assertively. Being well-prepared means you can anticipate challenges and craft strategic responses—skills that are critical for steering the mediation toward a positive outcome. For plaintiffs especially, this preparation is key to entering mediation with clarity and focus. How do you use mediation memos to strengthen your strategy? Let’s discuss! #MediationTips #ConfidenceInMediation #MediationStrategy #ConflictResolution

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Grateful for the kind words and the opportunity to support our clients through life's most important transitions. At Wysocki Law, we’re committed to providing strategic, thoughtful, and respectful guidance every step of the way. 🙏 #ClientReview #LegalExcellence #WysockiLaw #StrategicPlanning #ClientFirst #estateplanningattorney #collaborativefamilylaw

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🌟 Discover the pivotal moment when mediation triumphs over courtroom battles! Dive into our latest blog to uncover the nuances of recognizing when an agreement outshines litigation. With insights from seasoned mediator Ken Strongman, navigate the complexities of negotiation with clarity and purpose. Don't miss out - read now! https://ow.ly/ISbz50Rrkwv #ADR #mediators #mediation #conflict #lawsuit #construction #legal #litagation #alternativedisputeresolution #negociation #dispute #finra #themediationsociety #Mediation #CourtBattles #KenStrongman #Negotiation #DisputeResolution 🤝✨

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