Business and Corporate Law
Duke Holzman has been your strategic business counsel since our founding in 1970. Building and managing a successful business requires more than just a great idea—it demands sound legal strategies, careful planning, and proactive risk management. Whether you are launching a startup, expanding operations, or navigating a critical transition, our firm provides comprehensive legal counsel tailored to your business needs.
For over 50 years, we have served as trusted advisors to businesses of all sizes, from entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises to multi-billion-dollar corporations. We help clients structure their businesses, negotiate complex transactions, and ensure regulatory compliance—maximizing opportunities and securing long-term success.
Our Business & Corporate Law Services Include:
- Business Formation & Corporate Governance
- Advising on entity selection (LLCs, corporations, partnerships, nonprofit and tax exempt organizations)
- Drafting shareholder and partnership agreements
- Establishing corporate governance policies and compliance frameworks
- Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures & Business Transactions
- Structuring and negotiating mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
- Conducting due diligence and risk assessment
- Assisting with corporate restructuring and dissolution
- Contracts & Employment Matters
- Drafting and reviewing executive compensation agreements
- Advising on employee benefits and non-compete covenants
- Structuring compensation plans for executives and key personnel
- Regulatory & Government Affairs
- Assisting with governmental relations and regulatory compliance
- Advising nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations on legal requirements
- Supporting industrial development projects and economic incentives
- Business Disputes & Litigation
- Handling shareholder and partnership disputes
- Representing businesses in contract disputes and regulatory enforcement actions
- Resolving corporate dissolution conflicts and restructuring matters
From formation to exit strategy, we provide strategic legal counsel at every stage of your business journey. Our team is dedicated to protecting your interests, ensuring compliance, and positioning your business for long-term growth and success in New York’s competitive market.