Staten Island Business Lawyer

Business Attorney Serving Staten Island, NY

Staten Island's business community is built on owner-operated companies in home improvement, healthcare, food service, automotive, retail, and professional services. These businesses face the same legal complexities as companies anywhere in New York, from entity formation and contract disputes to trademark protection and business succession. Having a business lawyer who understands the needs of Staten Island companies makes a measurable difference.

Agarunov Law Firm provides comprehensive business law services for Staten Island businesses. We handle LLC and corporation formation, commercial contract drafting, trademark registration, business acquisitions and sales, nonprofit formation, and corporate governance. We work with business owners directly, not through layers of associates.

Our Financial District office is accessible from Staten Island via the Staten Island Ferry and the SIR to our Financial District office. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your business law needs.

Business Law Services for Staten Island Clients

Business Formation and Entity Structuring

Staten Island business owners forming new companies need structures that match their operational model. Owner-operated businesses, partnerships, and family ventures each have different considerations around liability protection, tax treatment, and succession planning. Our firm handles LLC formation, corporation incorporation, partnership agreements, operating agreements, bylaws, and the New York LLC publication requirement. We advise on entity selection and structure the company to match your goals. Learn more about our Staten Island startup business services.

Commercial Contracts

Staten Island businesses depend on clear contracts with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and partners. Service agreements, vendor contracts, and independent contractor arrangements all need to be properly drafted to protect your interests. Our firm drafts and reviews vendor agreements, service contracts, NDAs, non-compete agreements, independent contractor agreements, and partnership arrangements. Learn more about our Staten Island business contract services.

Trademark Registration and Brand Protection

Staten Island businesses in the home improvement, healthcare, food service, and professional services sectors invest in brands that need legal protection. We handle comprehensive trademark searches, federal and state registration with the USPTO, office action responses, and enforcement. Protecting your business name, logo, and brand identity is one of the most important legal steps a growing company can take. Learn more about our Staten Island trademark services.

Business Purchases and Sales

Buying or selling a Staten Island business involves due diligence, deal structuring, purchase agreement negotiation, non-compete provisions, and closing coordination. Whether you are acquiring an existing operation or selling a business you have built, experienced legal counsel protects your interests and helps you avoid costly mistakes. Learn more about our Staten Island business purchase and sale services.

Nonprofit Formation and Compliance

Staten Island nonprofit organizations need proper legal foundation, from incorporation and IRS 501(c)(3) applications to bylaws, governance policies, and Attorney General registration. We handle formation, tax-exempt applications, and ongoing compliance for nonprofits across all sectors. Learn more about our Staten Island nonprofit services.

Corporate Governance and Compliance

Established Staten Island businesses need ongoing legal support for governance matters, including board resolutions, operating agreement amendments, shareholder disputes, annual compliance filings, and corporate restructuring. Our firm provides practical governance counsel that keeps your business compliant and your ownership structure clear.

What Staten Island Business Owners Should Know

Staten Island's business community is characterized by owner-operated companies that serve local customers. The borough's relatively tight-knit commercial environment means that reputation and relationships drive business in ways that differ from other parts of New York City. Legal counsel that understands this dynamic provides more practical advice.

Staten Island LLCs must publish in two newspapers designated by the Richmond County Clerk. Publication costs in Richmond County tend to be lower than in other New York City boroughs. Our firm handles the full publication process and ensures timely compliance.

Many Staten Island businesses are family-owned operations where succession planning, buy-sell agreements, and ownership transition are important long-term considerations. Addressing these issues while the business is healthy prevents disputes and protects the company's value.

Why Staten Island Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides business law services for Staten Island companies across all industries and stages of growth.

• Full-service business law: formation, contracts, trademarks, acquisitions, nonprofits, and governance
• Direct attorney access on every matter
• Practical counsel focused on results, not billable hours
• Accessible from Staten Island via Staten Island Ferry and the SIR to our Financial District office
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How We Work With Business Clients

• Step 1: Consultation. We discuss your business, your legal needs, and your goals. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Strategy. We identify the legal issues that need to be addressed and recommend a plan of action.
• Step 3: Execution. We handle the legal work, whether that is forming an entity, drafting a contract, filing a trademark, or closing a transaction.
• Step 4: Ongoing Support. We remain available for follow-up questions, additional contracts, compliance issues, and future transactions as your business grows.