South Florida Corporate and Business Law Lawyer
If you are starting a company, negotiating a deal, or managing ongoing corporate obligations, the right legal counsel can be the difference between steady growth and costly exposure. Our South Florida corporate and business law lawyer advises founders, investors, and established companies on formation, financing, transactions, and disputes, drawing on over 13 years of practice. We represent national and international companies alongside local South Florida businesses, offering the kind of business-minded counsel that comes from years of transactional work across industries.
Whether your company needs entity selection advice, contract review, or a lead attorney to close an asset sale, our business attorneys bring a practical approach shaped by real deal experience. Loshak Law PLLC treats client goals as the anchor of every engagement, and we translate legal complexity into choices you can act on with confidence. Small startups and established operators both benefit from working with counsel who understand how business decisions and legal exposure intersect. Reach out to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose Loshak Law PLLC for Corporate and Business Law in South Florida?
Local Legal Knowledge in South Florida
We practice from Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, serving clients across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties. Proximity matters. Our founder Brandon F. Loshak has built working relationships with local regulators, title agencies, lenders, and licensing authorities over more than a decade in practice. Before opening the firm, he practiced at one of the nation’s largest law firms and spent time in the oil, gas, and mineral acquisition industries, which informs the business-minded view he brings to deals today. Brandon holds the AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest mark issued for legal ability and ethical standards. He is admitted to the Florida and Texas bars, earned his J.D. from St. Thomas University School of Law, and holds a finance degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Evan C. Leach brings more than 13 years of practice in business law, real estate, asset protection, and complex litigation. A cum laude graduate of the University of Miami School of Law, he is admitted in Florida and Massachusetts and splits time between South Florida and Cape Cod. Clients benefit from his multi-jurisdiction experience when a deal crosses state lines. For broader legal needs, we also provide coverage across related matters through our business law attorneys in South Florida.
Proven Transactional Track Record
Our firm has closed commercial real estate deals, structured asset sales, registered trademarks, and handled licensing matters for clients across industries. We have helped companies recover and protect significant value across millions of dollars in closed transactions and resolved disputes.
Transparent, Business-Minded Fees
We use flat-fee pricing for defined projects where appropriate, hourly billing for ongoing advisory work, and custom arrangements for larger transactions. Fees are discussed upfront so business owners can plan.
What Our Clients Say
★★★★★
“Great form to work with. Always on time, affordable, and professional. You can actually get your lawyer on the phone too, unlike most firms. I’d highly recommend them for anyone looking for a business attorney.” – Alex Morales
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Types of Corporate and Business Law Cases We Handle in South Florida
A business rarely needs just one kind of help. Most clients come to us with several overlapping needs, and our corporate and business law attorneys in South Florida work across the spectrum. Below are the matters we handle regularly.
- Business formation. We advise founders on entity selection, draft articles and operating agreements, and handle state filings. The structure you pick shapes your taxes, your liability, and your ability to raise outside capital.
- Contract drafting and review. Ambiguous contracts invite disputes. We draft, negotiate, and review service agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, independent contractor agreements, and commercial leases so the terms actually reflect what the parties intend.
- Mergers and acquisitions. From letter of intent through closing, we handle due diligence, deal structuring, purchase agreements, and post-closing work on both the buy and sell sides.
- Corporate governance. Bylaws, shareholder agreements, and operating agreements define roles, voting, distributions, and exit procedures before problems surface. These documents carry more weight than anything else in the file when partners disagree.
- Commercial real estate. Our firm handles purchases, sales, and leases, and issues title insurance as an authorized agent for Old Republic Title through The Fund.
- Trademarks. We register marks, monitor for infringement, and protect brand identity at both state and federal levels.
- Alcohol beverage and tobacco licensing. We advise restaurants, bars, retailers, and distributors on applications, transfers, and ongoing compliance.
- Business disputes. When contracts break down or partnerships fracture, we pursue resolution through negotiation, mediation, or litigation as the facts require.
- Land use and zoning. Many commercial projects run into zoning questions long before they break ground. We work through approvals, variances, and entitlements with municipalities across the region.
Florida Legal Requirements for Corporate and Business Law
Florida gives business owners more flexibility than many states. The compliance framework is specific, though, and a few statutes shape almost every matter we handle.
The Florida Revised LLC Act, found at Chapter 605 of the Florida Statutes, governs formation, management, dissolution, and member rights for Florida limited liability companies. An LLC exists once its articles of organization are filed with the Department of State. From that point forward, the operating agreement governs internal affairs, and Florida gives significant deference to the members’ freedom of contract.
The Florida Business Corporation Act at Chapter 607 governs Florida-formed corporations. It sets out director duties, shareholder voting requirements, merger procedures, and the basics of recordkeeping. Corporations and LLCs must file an annual report each year with the Florida Division of Corporations to remain in active status. Missing that filing has real consequences, including administrative dissolution and loss of the entity’s ability to bring suit in Florida courts.
Out-of-state companies doing business in Florida must register for authority to transact business under Chapter 605 (LLCs) or Chapter 607 (corporations). What actually counts as “transacting business” often matters for companies expanding into South Florida.
New employers need an Employer Identification Number from the IRS to open accounts, hire staff, and file taxes. The SBA South Florida district office also publishes federal resources relevant to regional business owners.
Important Aspects of a South Florida Corporate and Business Law Case
Corporate and business law work looks different for every client. The same components keep showing up, though, whether the client is running a restaurant group, a tech startup, or a family-owned commercial real estate holding company. A corporate and business law attorney in South Florida will pay close attention to each of the following.
Entity Selection and Formation
Choosing the right entity is foundational. LLCs, S-corporations, C-corporations, and limited partnerships each carry different tax treatment, liability exposure, and governance requirements. An LLC protects personal assets from business creditors while preserving pass-through taxation. A C-corporation allows for stock issuance and institutional investment but generates a second layer of tax. We review each client’s short- and long-term objectives before recommending a structure.
Operating and Shareholder Agreements
Many disputes trace back to missing or inadequate governing documents. A strong operating agreement or shareholder agreement defines ownership percentages, voting rights, distribution rules, transfer restrictions, buy-sell provisions, and deadlock procedures. These provisions carry more weight than anything else when partners disagree.
Due Diligence in Transactions
When a client buys or sells a company, due diligence is where problems surface. We review contracts, litigation history, intellectual property, employment records, and tax compliance to identify risks and negotiate protections. Missed issues become post-closing liabilities.
Contract Drafting and Enforcement
Florida courts enforce contracts under common law principles and the Uniform Commercial Code for sales of goods. Clear language, properly scoped restrictive covenants compliant with Florida Statutes § 542.335, and appropriate remedies clauses make a meaningful difference when disputes arise.
Regulatory Compliance
Many businesses operate in licensed or regulated industries. Alcohol beverage licensing, professional licensing, food service permits, and zoning approvals all require attention before doors open. Our attorneys work with the relevant state agencies to keep clients in compliance. Compliance work also extends to annual reports, registered agent requirements, and the ongoing recordkeeping obligations that keep a business in good standing with the state.
Business Succession and Exit
Every business eventually transitions. Founders sell, retire, or bring in successors. We help clients plan those transitions through buy-sell agreements, succession planning, and structured sale documents so the hand-off protects value rather than eroding it. Planning early is almost always less costly than reacting to a crisis.
Contact Loshak Law PLLC
If you are planning a transaction, forming a new entity, or working through a contract question, the earlier counsel gets involved, the better the outcome tends to be. Our South Florida business attorneys serve clients throughout Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties from offices in Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood. Consultations are available by appointment. During that initial meeting, we review your situation, identify the legal issues in play, outline a practical strategy, and discuss fees openly. Contact us to schedule yours. Let the attorneys at Loshak Law PLLC put more than 13 years of business law experience to work for your company.
