Crane Building • 254 Court Avenue • Suite 209 • Memphis, TN 38103-2361

OUR PRACTICE AREAS

Business

Eskridge & Eskridge focuses on matters related to Business Formation, Consulting, Business Law, Non Profit, 501 (c)(3), Trademark, Service Mark, Copyright, Business Succession and much more.

Although Eskridge & Eskridge focuses on matters related to business consulting, business law, and Commercial Litigation we also represent numerous corporations and individuals in both civil and personal matters. Our long standing relationships with law firm clients are built on high-quality work, current advice and timely delivery of legal services.

 

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We are ESKRIDGE & ESKRIDGE Law Firm and for over 30 years we have assisted Clients with countless transactions, contracts and legal issues affecting their business. We employ innovative solutions and resources to tackle the tough challenges our Clients face to help them achieve and advance their goals and objectives.

 

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CORPORATE AND BUSINESS SERVICES

We represent business clients in all aspects of their growth, from business entity selection, be it corporation, Limited Liability Company, partnership, non-profit or 501(c)(3); to agreements between investors, partners or family members; to intellectual property acquisition and protection, through copyright, trademark and service mark search and registration; to assistance with business transactions involving contract negotiations and documentation, human resource guidelines, governmental contract review, employment of creative talent and general personnel matters for entertainment and film companies; to real estate matters, intellectual property concerns; to legal and regulatory affairs, vendor, franchise and dealer agreements; to obtaining governmental clearances, visas and green cards for entertainment and special key business personnel; to acquisitions, mergers or the selling of existing business entities; to creating estate plans for Business Executives with the goal of controlling the transition of wealth to family members and others to insure the continuity of the business. When required, ESKRIDGE & ESKRIDGE can serve as your inside or outside General Counsel.

 

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At ESKRIDGE & ESKRIDGE we can provide advice on corporate compliance matters, governmental compliance issues, intellectual property management and we can protect and defend your company in the event of litigation.

 

 

MISSION

At ESKRIDGE & ESKRIDGE we provide our Clients with the best legal representation possible. The firm’s technology, talent and resources are fully committed to our Client’s individual matter. We believe that professionalism and personal commitment are essential components in providing our Clients with personalized legal service.

 

 

At ESKRIDGE & ESKRIDGE, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail in each and every transaction and we consider ourselves part of the “team” in our representation of each Client. We are business partners that share your vision.

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Some of Our Business Services

Company Structure

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⦿ Business Startup & Formation

⦿ Partnership Agreements

⦿ Member Agreements

⦿ Stockholder Agreements

⦿ By-Laws

⦿ Business Succession

 

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On-going Operations

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⦿ Litigation

⦿ General Counsel (In House)

⦿ General Counsel (On Call)

⦿ Trademark / Service Mark

⦿ Copyright

⦿ Contract Negotiations

⦿ Non Profit 501(c)(3)

and much more....

 

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Business Types We Represent

⦿ Corporations

⦿ Professional Corporations

⦿ LLC's

⦿ Sole Proprietorship

⦿ Churches

⦿ Non Profits

⦿ Private Foundations

⦿ Entertainment Entities

⦿ Movie / TV / Film

⦿ Radio

⦿ Podcast

⦿ Media Companies

⦿ Music Publishing Companies

⦿ Record Companies

⦿ Production Companies

⦿ Management Companies

⦿ Staffing Companies

Special Business Circumstances

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⦿ Fire Claims & Resolution

We offer more than sound legal advice ... We are partners that share your vision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When beginning a business, you must decide what form of business entity to establish. The most common forms of business are the Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, S Corporation and Limited Liability Company (LLC).

Some of the benefits of incorporating a business are: 1. To protect your personal assets from your business liability;

2. Potential Tax Advantages including business deductions; 3. Heighten credibility for your business and your brand,; 4. A reduced chance of an IRS audit (according to IRS Statistics) and 5. The right business structure may lead investors to your enterprise. Contact us for a consultation on additional benefits.

A Cooperative is an organization or business which is owned by and operated for the benefit of those using its services. Profits and earnings generated by the cooperative are distributed among the members, who may also be known as user-owners. In Tennessee, there is no general Cooperative Corporation statute.

While all three types of organizations operate to provide philanthropy, the organizations have different functions. Charities operate for certain charitable purposes as they outline in their mission and foundations primarily operate to supply funds for certain charitable purposes, Nonprofits are more flexible in their operations and tend to be "hands on" with the public. Yes, our attorneys can assist you with the formation of a Charity, A Non Profit Business or Public and Private Foundation. We can also apply for your 501 (c)(3) designation. Contact our firm to schedule your consultation.

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