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Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is a trusted advisor and consultant to businesses of all sizes on a wide range of matters, including the reduction of legal risks and liability, and compliance with regulatory matters and applicable laws. The firm acts as general counsel to numerous partnerships, medical groups and corporations. In connection with its representation of corporations, the firm's attorneys prepare all necessary documents, maintain corporate minutes, act as registered agent, review contracts and otherwise provide such counseling and assistance as is required for the proper handling of corporate affairs. The firm also strives to keep its clients apprised of new developments in the law which may affect their businesses. The wide range of the firm's experience in corporate and business matters spans, among other things: Advising new businesses on the selection of the proper business entity Structuring and organizing a corporation, limited or general partnership, or limited liability company Providing guidance on issues specific to physicians and their practices Negotiating and preparing loan agreements, and structuring loans and workouts and other related security devices and guarantees Handling the purchase and sale of a business and business assets, including real estate Preparing documentation necessary for shareholder agreements, partnership agreements and operating agreements Counseling shareholders, members or partners on corporate, partnership or limited liability company matters or disputes Drafting, reviewing and/or advising on employment-related matters, including employment and termination agreements, as well as discrimination claims Working with tax professionals and financial consultants to assist the business in reducing tax consequences and risk, and maximizing profits Negotiating and documenting creditors' claims, workouts and bankruptcies