We counsel and guide our clients through all aspects of entering into and doing business in the United States. Through our holistic representation we coordinate all of the necessary components to successfully begin and develop U.S. commercial operations.

These services include:

 
 

  • Advising on the best vehicles to fit the client’s business strategies and meet its goals

  • Legally establishing the most appropriate structure

  • Preparation and counseling on shareholder agreements and LLC operating agreements

  • Drafting and negotiating a wide variety of implementing agreements

  • Obtaining necessary business licenses

  • Obtaining required national and local government approvals

  • Counseling on and protection of relevant intellectual property

  • Advising on labor and employment issues

  • Customs compliance

  • Tax advice and planning

  • Immigration advice and strategy

  • Advising on joint ventures, strategic partnerships and other business vehicles

  • M&A due diligence

  • International transactions counseling

 
 

Once our client’s U.S. business is established, we continue to advise them on successfully maintaining and growing their presence through the services listed in our Business section.

 
 
 
 

Through our related consulting company, Vendôme Partners, we provide additional services, including:

  • Investment and strategic partner due diligence

  • Market entry risk analysis

  • Liaison with and management of tax professionals and accountants

  • Counseling on real estate ownership, leasing and investment

  • Translation services