Shrum & Associates counsel all types of businesses, including privately-held and public corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, non-profits, and other forms of organizations. Our clients include entertainment entities, entrepreneurs, start-up companies, manufacturers, retailers, service industries, and family businesses in almost every sector of the economy.  We offer counseling services in the following areas:

• Corporate Formation and Governance of Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Limited, General and Family Partnerships, Professional Associations and Joint Ventures
• Choice of Business Entity
• Business Plan Development, Review, and Counsel
• Operating Agreements/By-Laws and Partnership Agreements
• Agreements Governing Stockholder Relationships, Stock Options and Voting Trusts, including mergers and acquisitions and stock/membership interest purchases and transfers
• Corporate Record-Keeping and Licensure Compliance
• Regulatory Filings for Business Entities, UCC Security Interests, Trademarks and Copyright
• Risk Management Advice and Recommendations
• Operational Policies and Procedures Compliance Development, Review, and Counsel
• Business Contracts (drafting, negotiation, and review)
• Employment and Independent Contractor Agreements
• Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Agreements
• Commercial Lease Review and Negotiation
• Licensing and Distribution Agreements.

Our senior lawyers have served as advisors, board members and general counsel for:

• The Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame;
• Christian Music Publishers Association;
• Nashville Chamber Orchestra;
• Save the Music Foundation.

Check out our VIP Counsel program for affordable general counsel services at this link.