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Small Business Attorney NYC is a law firm based in New York City that specializes in business law and provides business-related legal services to entrepreneurs, startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and established companies across the five boroughs of New York City and other major cities across New York State. Its stated mission is to help entrepreneurs and business owners navigate complex legal issues related to business matters and achieve growth with sound legal guidance | {{Infobox company | ||
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'''Small Business Attorney NYC''' is a law firm based in New York City that specializes in business law and provides business-related legal services to entrepreneurs, startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and established companies across the five boroughs of New York City and other major cities across New York State. Its stated mission is to help entrepreneurs and business owners navigate complex legal issues related to business matters and achieve growth with sound legal guidance | |||
Some specific services that they provide to business owners, under their business law offering, include business entity formation, contract drafting and review, intellectual property registration and protection, agreement drafting and review, mergers and acquisitions advisory, business succession planning, and much more. | Some specific services that they provide to business owners, under their business law offering, include business entity formation, contract drafting and review, intellectual property registration and protection, agreement drafting and review, mergers and acquisitions advisory, business succession planning, and much more. | ||
In addition to their business law specialization, they also offer real estate attorney services and estate planning attorney services.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com Small Business Attorney NYC] | In addition to their business law specialization, they also offer real estate attorney services and estate planning attorney services.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com Small Business Attorney NYC].</ref> | ||
== History and Background == | == History and Background == | ||
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=== Business Law and Corporate Services=== | === Business Law and Corporate Services=== | ||
* Business Formation: Guidance and legal support for creating business entities, including LLCs, PLLCs, corporations (C-Corp and S-Corp), and partnerships.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Business Formation Service">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/business-formation-new-york/ Business Formation Service] | * '''Business Formation''': Guidance and legal support for creating business entities, including LLCs, PLLCs, corporations (C-Corp and S-Corp), and partnerships.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Business Formation Service">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/business-formation-new-york/ Business Formation Service].</ref> | ||
* Corporate Counsel: Ongoing legal support for business operations, compliance, and internal governance.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Corporate Counsel Services">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/practice-areas/business-corporate-lawyer/ Corporate Counsel] | *''' Corporate Counsel''': Ongoing legal support for business operations, compliance, and internal governance.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Corporate Counsel Services">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/practice-areas/business-corporate-lawyer/ Corporate Counsel].</ref> | ||
* Contract Drafting and Review: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business contracts, operating agreements, independent contractor and other kinds of agreements. <ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Contract Drafting and Review">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/contract-drafting-review/ Contract Drafting and Review Service] | * '''Contract Drafting and Review''': Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business contracts, operating agreements, independent contractor and other kinds of agreements.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Contract Drafting and Review">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/contract-drafting-review/ Contract Drafting and Review Service].</ref> | ||
* Mergers & Acquisitions: Assistance with asset and stock sales and acquisition-related matters. <ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Mergers and Acquisitions">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/mergers-acquisitions-advisory/ Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Service]. '' | * '''Mergers & Acquisitions''': Assistance with asset and stock sales and acquisition-related matters.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Mergers and Acquisitions">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/mergers-acquisitions-advisory/ Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Service].</ref> | ||
*'''Outside General Counsel'''*: The firm provides Outside General Counsel Services to businesses that need ongoing legal support without the expense of a full-time in-house attorney. This service offers strategic legal advice on matters such as contract drafting and review, regulatory compliance, risk management, and corporate governance, delivered on an as-needed or fractional basis. It helps owners address day-to-day legal issues with direct attorney access and practical insight tailored to the pace of New York businesses.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Outside General Counsel">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/outside-general-counsel/ Outside General Counsel].</ref> | |||
*'''Business Succession Planning'''*: The firm’s Business Succession Planning service assists owners in preparing for smooth leadership and ownership transitions. This includes identifying successors, structuring ownership transfers, and minimizing disruptions to operations while addressing legal, financial, and tax considerations. With a clear, legally sound succession plan, businesses can protect continuity, preserve legacy, and maintain stability for employees, clients, and investors.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Business Succession Planning">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/business-succession-planning/ Business Succession Planning].</ref> | |||
*'''Intellectual Property Protection'''*: The company's Intellectual Property Protection service helps clients safeguard their intangible assets, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and industrial designs. The firm supports registration, monitoring, enforcement, and litigation prevention to keep business ideas, brands, and creative works secure. This service ensures that companies retain control of their intellectual property and build lasting value around their innovations and identity.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Intellectual Property Protection">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/intellectual-property-protection/ Intellectual Property Protection].</ref> | |||
=== Real Estate Law Services === | === Real Estate Law Services === | ||
* Real Estate Attorney Services for Home Buyers: Dedicated legal representation for home buyers in New York, guiding clients through every stage of property acquisition—from contract review and negotiation to title examination and closing. The firm works closely with buyers to identify and mitigate legal and financial risks inherent in residential and commercial purchases, ensuring informed decisions and smooth completion of the transaction. <ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Real Estate Attorney for Home Buyers">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/practice-areas/real-estate-lawyer/home-buyers Real Estate Attorney for Home Buyers]. '' | * '''Real Estate Attorney Services for Home Buyers''': Dedicated legal representation for home buyers in New York, guiding clients through every stage of property acquisition—from contract review and negotiation to title examination and closing. The firm works closely with buyers to identify and mitigate legal and financial risks inherent in residential and commercial purchases, ensuring informed decisions and smooth completion of the transaction.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Real Estate Attorney for Home Buyers">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/practice-areas/real-estate-lawyer/home-buyers Real Estate Attorney for Home Buyers].</ref> | ||
* '''Real Estate Attorney Services for Home Sellers''': The company offers comprehensive legal support throughout the property sales process, including drafting and reviewing contracts, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance with applicable New York laws. The firm assists sellers in addressing title issues, coordinating with buyers’ counsel, and managing closing logistics to protect their financial interests and facilitate a legally sound transfer of ownership.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Real Estate Attorney for Home Sellers">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/practice-areas/real-estate-lawyer/home-sellers/ Real Estate Attorney for Home Sellers].</ref> | |||
* '''Commercial Landlord-Tenant Attorney Services''': Representation for commercial landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, dispute resolution, and enforcement of lease obligations under New York law. Its attorneys work to protect clients’ operational and financial interests while ensuring compliance with the complexities of commercial tenancy regulations.<ref name="Small Business Attorney NYC Commercial Landlord-Tenant Attorney Services">[https://www.smallbusinessattorneynyc.com/practice-areas/real-estate-lawyer/commercial-landlord-tenant-attorney/ Commercial Landlord-Tenant Attorney Services].</ref> | |||
== Target Clients and Market == | |||
The law firm serves a broad client base in the greater New York metropolitan area, including small business owners, professional service providers, startups, family-owned enterprises, and entrepreneurs: | |||
* '''Geographic Market:''' Primarily New York City (Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island) and broader New York State. | |||
* '''Client Segments:''' Individuals launching new ventures, established businesses requiring ongoing legal counsel, and companies facing transactional or regulatory challenges. | |||
== Competitive Positioning == | |||
The company differentiates itself through: | |||
* | *'''Deep Local Expertise:''' A firm focused exclusively on New York business law, with direct knowledge of state and local regulatory frameworks. | ||
* '''Business-Minded Legal Counsel:''' Attorneys with prior entrepreneurial experience, enabling them to advise clients with both legal and commercial considerations in mind. | |||
* '''Free Initial Consultations:''' The firm offers a free consultation to prospective clients to understand their needs and legal options before engagement. | |||
* '''Client Satisfaction:''' Publicly available review profiles indicate positive client experiences and high satisfaction ratings. | |||
== Leadership and Key People == | |||
The principal attorneys providing legal leadership and representation are .'''Gregory D. Stone, Esq.''' and '''Lowrance Fisher, Esq.''' Their backgrounds combine formal legal credentials with practical business experience, reflecting the firm’s dual commitment to legal excellence and business understanding. | |||
== Industry Context == | |||
New York City’s small business ecosystem presents complex legal and regulatory challenges for companies navigating entity formation, contracts, real estate, intellectual property, and compliance. Legal advice and support from firms like Small Business Attorney NYC enables entrepreneurs to anticipate and mitigate legal risks,<ref name="MyCity Business">[https://nyc-business.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/business-services/legal-assistance/get-free-legal-advice/ MyCity Business].</ref> ensuring smoother business operation and growth within the highly competitive NYC market. | |||
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Latest revision as of 15:11, 22 December 2025
Small Business Attorney NYC is a law firm based in New York City that specializes in business law and provides business-related legal services to entrepreneurs, startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and established companies across the five boroughs of New York City and other major cities across New York State. Its stated mission is to help entrepreneurs and business owners navigate complex legal issues related to business matters and achieve growth with sound legal guidance
Some specific services that they provide to business owners, under their business law offering, include business entity formation, contract drafting and review, intellectual property registration and protection, agreement drafting and review, mergers and acquisitions advisory, business succession planning, and much more.
In addition to their business law specialization, they also offer real estate attorney services and estate planning attorney services.[1]
History and Background
The company was founded in 2016 by two friends with combined experience of over 25 years in legal services and business advisory. Since then, Small Business Attorney NYC has established itself as an invaluable resource for local business owners who require practical legal support in business matters. The firm’s leadership comprises attorneys with backgrounds in both law and business operations, providing a blend of legal expertise and entrepreneurial insight that helps clients address a wide range of commercial challenges.
Services Offered
Small Business Attorney NYC offers a comprehensive suite of legal services tailored to the needs of businesses across various industries and at different stages of development.
Business Law and Corporate Services
- Business Formation: Guidance and legal support for creating business entities, including LLCs, PLLCs, corporations (C-Corp and S-Corp), and partnerships.[2]
- Corporate Counsel: Ongoing legal support for business operations, compliance, and internal governance.[3]
- Contract Drafting and Review: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business contracts, operating agreements, independent contractor and other kinds of agreements.[4]
- Mergers & Acquisitions: Assistance with asset and stock sales and acquisition-related matters.[5]
- Outside General Counsel*: The firm provides Outside General Counsel Services to businesses that need ongoing legal support without the expense of a full-time in-house attorney. This service offers strategic legal advice on matters such as contract drafting and review, regulatory compliance, risk management, and corporate governance, delivered on an as-needed or fractional basis. It helps owners address day-to-day legal issues with direct attorney access and practical insight tailored to the pace of New York businesses.[6]
- Business Succession Planning*: The firm’s Business Succession Planning service assists owners in preparing for smooth leadership and ownership transitions. This includes identifying successors, structuring ownership transfers, and minimizing disruptions to operations while addressing legal, financial, and tax considerations. With a clear, legally sound succession plan, businesses can protect continuity, preserve legacy, and maintain stability for employees, clients, and investors.[7]
- Intellectual Property Protection*: The company's Intellectual Property Protection service helps clients safeguard their intangible assets, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and industrial designs. The firm supports registration, monitoring, enforcement, and litigation prevention to keep business ideas, brands, and creative works secure. This service ensures that companies retain control of their intellectual property and build lasting value around their innovations and identity.[8]
Real Estate Law Services
- Real Estate Attorney Services for Home Buyers: Dedicated legal representation for home buyers in New York, guiding clients through every stage of property acquisition—from contract review and negotiation to title examination and closing. The firm works closely with buyers to identify and mitigate legal and financial risks inherent in residential and commercial purchases, ensuring informed decisions and smooth completion of the transaction.[9]
- Real Estate Attorney Services for Home Sellers: The company offers comprehensive legal support throughout the property sales process, including drafting and reviewing contracts, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance with applicable New York laws. The firm assists sellers in addressing title issues, coordinating with buyers’ counsel, and managing closing logistics to protect their financial interests and facilitate a legally sound transfer of ownership.[10]
- Commercial Landlord-Tenant Attorney Services: Representation for commercial landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, dispute resolution, and enforcement of lease obligations under New York law. Its attorneys work to protect clients’ operational and financial interests while ensuring compliance with the complexities of commercial tenancy regulations.[11]
Target Clients and Market
The law firm serves a broad client base in the greater New York metropolitan area, including small business owners, professional service providers, startups, family-owned enterprises, and entrepreneurs:
- Geographic Market: Primarily New York City (Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island) and broader New York State.
- Client Segments: Individuals launching new ventures, established businesses requiring ongoing legal counsel, and companies facing transactional or regulatory challenges.
Competitive Positioning
The company differentiates itself through:
- Deep Local Expertise: A firm focused exclusively on New York business law, with direct knowledge of state and local regulatory frameworks.
- Business-Minded Legal Counsel: Attorneys with prior entrepreneurial experience, enabling them to advise clients with both legal and commercial considerations in mind.
- Free Initial Consultations: The firm offers a free consultation to prospective clients to understand their needs and legal options before engagement.
- Client Satisfaction: Publicly available review profiles indicate positive client experiences and high satisfaction ratings.
Leadership and Key People
The principal attorneys providing legal leadership and representation are .Gregory D. Stone, Esq. and Lowrance Fisher, Esq. Their backgrounds combine formal legal credentials with practical business experience, reflecting the firm’s dual commitment to legal excellence and business understanding.
Industry Context
New York City’s small business ecosystem presents complex legal and regulatory challenges for companies navigating entity formation, contracts, real estate, intellectual property, and compliance. Legal advice and support from firms like Small Business Attorney NYC enables entrepreneurs to anticipate and mitigate legal risks,[12] ensuring smoother business operation and growth within the highly competitive NYC market.
References
- ↑ Small Business Attorney NYC.
- ↑ Business Formation Service.
- ↑ Corporate Counsel.
- ↑ Contract Drafting and Review Service.
- ↑ Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Service.
- ↑ Outside General Counsel.
- ↑ Business Succession Planning.
- ↑ Intellectual Property Protection.
- ↑ Real Estate Attorney for Home Buyers.
- ↑ Real Estate Attorney for Home Sellers.
- ↑ Commercial Landlord-Tenant Attorney Services.
- ↑ MyCity Business.