We are unique in many ways that work to our clients’ advantage.

We are highly experienced with economic development projects, hospitality and resort ventures, international and U.S. business matters, and equine law – practice areas which are normally found only in large, bureaucratic firms. We deliver excellent service in these areas on a personal level with every client. While our clients are concentrated in the Carolinas, we also represent clients throughout the Americas and Europe.

Business Law

We offer experienced and effective legal representation tailored to the unique needs of small and mid-sized companies. Our general business legal services include:

• General business and corporate representation

• Formation of new companies

• Development of growing companies

• Operations, employment matters, risk management, financing, leases, and contracts

• Asset purchases, stock purchases, and sale of business

• Permitting

• State and local government relations

Economic Development

We provide economic development and location services for clients seeking to expand their business or enter the U.S. market. With over thirty years of experience as strategic and corporate counsel for a variety of domestic and foreign companies, we focus on the needs of businesses such as start-ups, purchase/sale of companies, foreign direct investment, relocations and expansions of U.S. companies, acquisition and negotiation of economic development and tax incentives, financing, and government relations.

Through personal engagement, we effectively lead you through all phases of business:

• Investment and financial transactions

• Labor and employment matters

• Intellectual property licensing and protection

• Sales, distribution, agency, and consulting agreements

• Day-to-day management advice

• Community and governmental relations

• Vertical integration of affiliated enterprises

Representative Economic Development Clients

• Verizon Wireless

• The South Carolina Ports Authority

• Great American Paper, Inc.

• Piacentini Costruzioni srl

• OMPM srl

Hospitality, Resorts, and Real Estate Development

Hospitality businesses and organizations have unique legal needs and challenges, such as recreation and amenity operations, resort real estate development, interstate land sales, food and alcohol sales, onsite event management, and sponsorship liability. Each of these areas can be governed by local, state, and federal regulations. Governmental registrations, permitting, and licensing can be formidable, and it is not uncommon to face well-organized pressure from the public, media, government regulators, community activists, and political stakeholders. Hospitality-related businesses also tend to be at greater risk for liability and litigation.

We understand the challenges of such complex businesses. With our direct experience in these industries, we can anticipate and resolve issues, saving you significant expenses and organizational energy.

Representative Hospitality Clients

• The Gary Player Group

• The Cliffs Communities

• Cribbs Hospitality Group