Washington D.C. and Maryland Business Law Practice

Commercial law in the District of Columbia and Rockville

We work with you to establish your business and operate it legally.

Business formation law

You want to start your business on correct legal footing. We guide you through the legal paperwork and filings so that you are on solid ground when you open your doors:

Business plans Contracts

Shareholder agreements Annual reports

These details may seem straightforward. But if your startup documents are not handled in accordance with applicable laws, your legal troubles will follow you for years to come. Let us help you get it right the first time.

Mr. Stern has litigated several cases involving disputes between owners of businesses and always recommends a management or shareholder agreement so that the owners are fully aware of their specific responsibilities and duties. This is particularly true in the area of which person is responsible for taxes.

Companies of all sizes

We help you make an informed decision about what type of company structure is right for your situation:

Sole proprietorship Partnership

Limited Partnership (LP) Limited Liability Company (LLC) Corporation

Whichever type of company you choose, our law offices have the experience to guide you in the legal decisions that you need to make.

Real estate transactions

I was once a licensed real estate broker in the State of Maryland and operated my own brokerage.  I have a strong understanding of the relationship between doing business and owning property.  As your business grows, I work with you to expand your holdings or to draw upon the value in your property:

Open additional locations Purchase adjacent property

Sublease part of your property Sell all or part of your business

We are familiar with the important legal considerations in real estate transactions and the practical consequences of your decisions.

Business litigation

Legal disputes commonly arise when doing business. We can represent you on either side of such issues as:

Stock manipulations Fraud

Unfair competition Contract breaches

You may be in business and subject to legal claims, or perhaps you are affected by a business whose practices are causing you harm.  We will handle the matter to arrive at a settlement that is acceptable to you, or further litigate to trial if you choose.

Turn to Richard S. Stern for your business law needs

I have the experience you need to successfully negotiate all of your business legal concerns. To discuss your business law needs, please contact the Law Offices of Richard S. Stern.