The Law Offices of

John Austin, PLLC

300 W. Millbrook Drive Suite 202, Raleigh, NC 27609

Telephone 919 278-7634 Fax 919 341-1165

Business Representation

Many business owners delay hiring a lawyer until they have been sued. However, reacting to a crisis can be much more costly than proactively assessing and managing risk. Hiring a lawyer now can save a company significant money later if a suit is filed. The Law Offices of John Austin can provide the benefits of an in-house lawyer at affordable flat fees or reasonable hourly rates, depending on the need. In the past, Mr. Austin has helped many start-up businesses in the Raleigh-Durham area and throughout North Carolina choose the appropriate business entity to achieve business planning goals, maximize profits, minimize personal liability and facilitate an exit or sale at a future date. The firm can assist with advising clients on organizing as an S-corp or C-corp status, limited liability company (LLC), limited liability partnership (LLP) or other business entity. After start-up and organization, we assist clients with a full range of general commercial services including:

  • Business plan exit strategy
  • Counsel on avoiding personal liability
  • Board of directors and shareholder meetings
  • Buy/sell agreements
  • Dissolution of a business partnership, corporation, or limited liability company
  • Corporate/LLC governance
  • Complying with fiduciary duties
  • Equipment leases and capital improvements
  • Drafting of employee handbooks and standard contracts
  • Employment contracts (including noncompetition covenants)

Business and Commercial Litigation

In the event that litigation is unavoidable, the Law Offices of John Austin can assist in presenting your claim or defending against any claims asserted against you or your business. Complex commercial cases require an experienced lawyer to obtain the best result for your business. Mr. Austin has successfully represented clients to obtain seven-figure settlements. Likewise, he has successfully defended claims against companies, in some cases resulting in a complete dismissal of those claims.