Conflicts inevitably arise between partners and shareholders in partnerships and corporations. No business is immune from disputes and disagreements, especially when the company is run by two or more people. However, while partners and shareholders may be able to resolve their disputes in an efficient manner without litigation, some need to go to court.
Handling a dispute effectively and promptly is important to minimize the potential negative impact of the conflict on business operations and profits. The reputable and skilled attorney at The Parzivand Law Firm, PLLC, has the necessary resources to help corporations, shareholders, and partners address their disputes constructively and help them achieve a favorable resolution of the conflict with minimum disruption to the business.
Attorney Parzivand, the founder of the firm, handles partnership and shareholder disputes in Stafford, Texas, as well as Sugar Land and throughout Fort Bend County.
Every partnership is different. Each partner has a different personality, interests, and goals. Those differences can eventually lead to disagreements and get blown into a dispute that becomes destructive to the business. Reasons partnership disputes occur vary from one case to another. However, common causes of disputes among partners include:
When partners are facing disagreements, there may be several options for resolving the dispute. Contrary to popular belief, not all disputes are resolved through litigation. In some cases, it is most likely best to stay out of court to minimize the costs and address the dispute in an efficient and prompt manner.
There are several options for resolving partnership disputes:
Before you decide how to proceed with your partnership dispute, consider speaking with an experienced attorney to review your specific situation and help you understand your options for resolving the dispute to reduce costs and ensure that there is little to no disruption of normal business operations.
Shareholder disputes differ greatly from one case to another. In most cases, such disputes involve disagreements among shareholders themselves. Some of the most common causes of shareholder disputes include:
When shareholder disputes occur, the first thing parties involved in the disagreement should do is check if there is a shareholder agreement in place. Such agreements help keep the corporation running smoothly, regulate the relationship between shareholders, and provide guidance for resolving disputes.
Typically, the process of resolving a shareholder dispute involves the following steps:
A knowledgeable attorney who has experience handling partnership and shareholder disputes will analyze your specific situation and help you determine the correct approach for resolving the dispute.
The attorney at The Parzivand Law Firm, PLLC provides informed advice to shareholders, partners, business owners, and other individuals with the goal of protecting the rights of his clients. Attorney Parzivand guides his clients through the legal process and helps them choose the appropriate strategy for resolving their disputes. Based in Stafford, the law firm provides legal counsel to clients throughout Fort Bend County and the rest of Texas. Set up a consultation to discuss your options.