Business & Corporate Law
Practical Legal Support for Local Businesses and Entrepreneurs
At Skinner Law Office, we help Iowa businesses form, grow, and adapt with dependable legal guidance grounded in experience. Whether you’re launching a new venture, restructuring an existing company, or preparing a contract, our attorneys provide responsive support tailored to your goals. We serve small business owners, landlords, developers, and professionals across eastern Polk and western Jasper Counties with practical advice and long-term perspective.
Entity Formation & Startup Counsel
We assist clients in selecting and forming the right legal structure—LLC, corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship—and prepare operating agreements, bylaws, and foundational documents.
Contracts & Transactions
We draft and review contracts including lease agreements, purchase agreements, partnership agreements, vendor/service contracts, and independent contractor arrangements. Our focus is on clear terms and enforceable outcomes.
Governance & Compliance
We advise business owners on annual filings, recordkeeping, operating rules, and compliance obligations to help avoid costly disputes or penalties.
Succession Planning & Sale of Business
We help prepare your business for future transition—whether through family succession, sale, or dissolution. Our attorneys can assist with buy-sell agreements, asset sales, and restructuring for continuity.
Real Estate & Development Structuring
Many of our clients operate businesses connected to real estate—whether managing rental property, developing commercial lots, or forming investment entities. We provide business-structure guidance with an eye toward liability and tax efficiency.