Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling a growing company, or preparing to exit a successful enterprise, the foundation of your business’s success lies in thoughtful, strategic planning. One of the most valuable — yet often overlooked — partners in that process is a business attorney. More than just a legal advisor, a business attorney serves as a strategic ally who helps entrepreneurs and executives build a resilient, compliant, and growth-ready organization.
At Brian Hatch Law, we specialize in business and corporate planning services that go beyond legal checkboxes. We help you plan today for tomorrow’s opportunities — and challenges.
Why Corporate Planning Matters
Every business needs a clear roadmap. But it’s not enough to focus solely on marketing, sales, or even finance. Without a solid legal and organizational structure, companies risk costly disputes, regulatory violations, or missed growth opportunities. That’s where strategic legal planning comes in.
Corporate planning is about setting your business up for long-term success. At Brian Hatch Law, we bring the legal foresight and structure needed to do that right.
Our Business Planning Services
Here’s how we help you make informed, future-ready decisions across every stage of your business:
Choosing and Structuring Your Entity
One of the first decisions a new business must make is selecting the appropriate legal entity. Common structures include sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies (LLCs), S corporations, and C corporations. Each option carries different implications for liability, taxation, and operational flexibility. As your attorney, Brian Hatch will advise you on the most suitable entity type based on factors such as the number of owners, desired tax treatment, industry regulations, funding needs, and long-term business goals.
Once a business structure is selected, we handle the necessary steps for legal formation. This typically includes preparing and filing formation documents with the state, such as articles of incorporation or organization. We also help secure federal and state tax identification numbers, register for necessary licenses and permits, and ensure compliance with local ordinances.
Organizing Ownership and Capital
Whether you’re co-founding with a partner or seeking early-stage investors, clearly defining ownership is crucial.
We help you:
- Draft shareholder or partnership agreements
- Structure equity and voting rights
- Set up employee equity plans, vesting schedules, and convertible instruments (like SAFEs or convertible notes)
Proper planning helps you avoid disputes and lay the groundwork for future capital raising.
Regulatory Compliance
Every business is subject to a web of local, state, and federal regulations — and failing to comply can have serious consequences. Depending on your industry, these regulations may pertain to environmental preservation, data privacy and security, consumer protection, and even international laws.
At Brian Hatch Law, we apply knowledge of the numerous laws and regulations that may impact you to perform a thorough assessment of your business’s legal compliance and identify any areas of non-compliance. Our proactive legal guidance can help your business avoid penalties, lawsuits, and reputational harm.
Corporate Governance
As your company grows, so does your responsibility to stakeholders. Governance policies not only protect the business but also demonstrate professionalism to investors, partners, and employees. Governance refers to the system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled. At Brian Hatch Law, we help create these systems as well as advise leadership on their implementation.
For corporations, we help draft bylaws that outline the internal rules as well as roles and responsibilities for the board of directors and corporate officers. For LLCs, we assist in creating and interpreting operating agreements, which govern things like member roles, profit distribution, and management responsibilities. We also advise on fiduciary duties of directors, officers, and managing members to ensure that those in control act in the best interest of the company. When conflicts of interest arise, we help navigate the legal and ethical considerations, reducing the risk of litigation or regulatory action.
Planning for Growth and Exit
Looking to scale, merge, or sell your business? These high-stakes moves require early and strategic legal planning.
We help you:
- Prepare for due diligence by organizing your legal and financial documents
- Structure mergers, acquisitions, or joint ventures (Learn more on our Mergers, Acquisitions, and Sales page.)
- Draft succession plans or exit strategies that preserve value and minimize risk
Whether your goal is long-term growth or a successful exit, we’ll ensure you have the legal framework in place to take the next step.
Why Work with Us?
We understand that no two businesses are alike. That’s why we offer customized corporate planning services tailored to your goals, industry, and stage of growth. Business attorney Brian A. Hatch brings over 30 years of experience representing clients from a range of industries to give you solid, strategic legal advice and trusted guidance.
Start Building Your Legal Foundation Today
Business and corporate planning isn’t just about staying compliant. It’s about empowering your business to grow with confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or managing a complex enterprise, a business lawyer can help you make smart, legally sound decisions at every stage.
Ready to take the next step in your business journey? Contact us for a consultation and discover how our corporate planning services can help protect and power your success. To schedule a consultation, simply call our office at 480.654.9922. Or request a consultation online, and we’ll contact you to set one up.
