Business Formation
Start strong. Whether you're launching a startup, expanding an existing business, or reorganizing a family enterprise, we help you choose the right structure and build the legal foundation your business needs to grow.
The Structure You Choose Changes Everything.
Many entrepreneurs form their first business using an online filing service — only to discover years later that they chose the wrong entity type, have unenforceable operating agreements, or have personally exposed themselves to business liabilities.
Your business entity is not just a legal filing — it determines how you're taxed, how liability flows through to you personally, how ownership transfers, and what options you have when disputes arise or when it's time to sell.
Foy Law Office can form your business in any New England state, draft the governing documents that protect you and your partners, and give you the ongoing legal support that growing businesses need.
Talk to a Business AttorneySeparate your personal assets from business risks. A properly formed and maintained entity shields your personal wealth from business creditors and lawsuits.
Different entity types are taxed differently. We help you choose the structure that aligns with your tax strategy — from pass-through taxation to corporate tax elections.
Strong governing documents define how profits are split, how decisions are made, what happens when a partner leaves, and how disputes are resolved — before they happen.
Which Business Structure Is Right for You?
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
The most popular choice for small to mid-sized businesses. An LLC combines the liability protection of a corporation with the tax flexibility and administrative simplicity of a partnership. Ideal for: real estate investors, professional service businesses, family enterprises, and solo entrepreneurs.
- Single-member and multi-member LLCs
- Member-managed and manager-managed options
- Operating agreement drafting
- Annual compliance and registered agent services
S-Corporation & C-Corporation
Corporations offer the strongest liability shield and are often preferred by businesses seeking outside investment or planning to go public. S-Corps provide pass-through taxation for eligible businesses. C-Corps allow unlimited shareholders and multiple stock classes — essential for venture-backed companies.
- Articles of incorporation filing
- Bylaws drafting and board structuring
- Shareholder agreements
- Stock issuance and equity planning
General & Limited Partnerships
Partnerships are commonly used for joint ventures, real estate syndications, and professional practices. We draft comprehensive partnership agreements that define capital contributions, profit-sharing, management authority, and exit mechanisms — providing a clear framework before issues arise.
- General partnership agreements
- Limited partnership (LP) formation
- Limited liability partnership (LLP)
- Joint venture agreements
Real Estate Holding Entities
Experienced real estate investors use dedicated holding entities to separate properties, limit cross-liability, and simplify transfers. We specialize in forming and structuring real estate LLCs and series LLCs across New England — a natural extension of our core real estate practice.
- Property-specific LLCs
- Holding company structures
- Title transfer to LLC
- Investment property management entities
Operating Agreements & Bylaws
Filing with the state is just the first step. Your operating agreement or bylaws are the governing document that actually runs your company. We draft comprehensive agreements covering ownership percentages, voting rights, officer roles, profit distributions, transfer restrictions, and dissolution procedures.
- Custom operating agreement drafting
- Multi-member and manager-managed structures
- Buyout provisions and right of first refusal
- Deadlock resolution mechanisms
Business Restructuring & Conversions
Your business may outgrow its original structure. We assist with entity conversions (sole proprietorship to LLC, LLC to S-Corp), mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations. As your business evolves, your legal structure should evolve with it — and we make that transition seamless.
- Entity type conversions
- Merger and acquisition support
- Asset vs. stock purchase transactions
- Business dissolution and wind-down
Business Formation Across New England
Foy Law Office, PLLC forms and advises businesses in all New England states. Attorney Len Foy is licensed in NH, MA, ME, CT, and VT — giving you a single firm that can handle multi-state business needs.