Starting a new business can be exciting, so don't let legal troubles put a damper on your enthusiasm. Make sure that your new venture is 100% above board and doing everything according to the letter of the law. Call the Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong in Honolulu, HI, to speak to a business and commercial law professional before you welcome your first customers.
Whether you're thinking about starting a business from scratch, purchasing an existing business or franchise, or you already own and operate a successful business, it is vital to have a reliable, reputable commercial law attorney who keeps your interests and investments front and center. At the Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong, we offer personalized and strategic advocacy to protect the rights of our clients at every stage of business ownership, including incorporation, operations, disputes, and dissolution. Call our office in Honolulu, HI, for a free consultation.
Let us help you start your business the right way
When starting a new company or growing an existing business, the type of legal business structure you choose will play a crucial role in your company's success.
The business law attorneys at the Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong have extensive experience in business formation in Hawaii. We'll develop a clear understanding of your business goals, and help you choose a business entity that best protects your interests, including:
Limited liability companies ( LLCs)
Limited liability partnerships (LLPs)
Family limited partnerships (FLPs)
Limited partnerships (LPs)
Partnerships
S corporations
C corporations
Professional corporations (PCs)
Sole proprietorships
Joint ventures
Mergers and acquisitions
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After establishing your business' initial legal distinction, we can then assist you with:
Articles of incorporation
Operating agreements
Company bylaws
Shareholder agreements
Employment policies and agreements
Call our office in Honolulu, HI, for a free commercial law consultation, and lay the foundation for your success!
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Public charities and non-profits
Make no mistake: a charity is still a business, and as such, specific rules apply to the formation and operation of non-profit organizations.
The Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong has extensive experience in advising and representing clients in all aspects of non-profit formation and operation. Our lawyers can help ensure legal compliance from the very start — so your organization can obtain and maintain non-profit status.
Our services for non-profit corporations and charitable organizations include:
Drafting articles of incorporation
Ensuring compliance with all bylaws
Drafting and reviewing business contracts
Tax planning and proper filing of taxes
Proper filing of meeting minutes
Resolving business disputes
Creating effective development plans, including:
Board of directors
Organizational and management policies
Financial strategies
Annual budgeting
Officer compensation
Our founding attorney Reuben S. F. Wong served as Harry Weinberg's personal attorney and estate planner for many years. A leading philanthropist in Hawaii, Mr. Weinberg donated the majority of his assets to The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc., a charitable foundation that Mr. Wong helped to create, which has since donated hundreds of millions of dollars in Hawaii. So if you are looking for a business law attorney with first-hand experience in creating a non-profit corporation or public charity, look no further than the Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong in Honolulu, HI.
Dispute resolution for Hawaii businesses
In the course of operating or owning a business, disputes are bound to arise, and when they do, business owners need strong legal representation to protect their rights and interests. It is crucial that the attorney you choose not only knows the law, but also understands how litigation can affect a business internally and externally.
The Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong can advise you on the best strategy for resolving the dispute and getting back to work. Business law clients in Honolulu, HI, have turned to our lawyers since 1964 for knowledgeable counsel and representation in matters involving:
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Breach of contract
Partner or shareholder dispute
Real estate dispute
Commercial landlord/tenant disputes
Vendor contract disputes
Real estate disputes
Collection of promissory notes
Performance issues
Shareholder litigation
Internal partnership disputes
Dispute over the sale or dissolution of a business
Throughout our involvement with your case, our primary goal is always to protect you and your business from the cost of litigation. However, if a resolution cannot be reached through negotiation, our team will not hesitate to protect your interests in court. Call today for a complimentary initial case review.
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Know where you stand, at no cost up front
Whether you want to know if your idea for a new business is in compliance with local, state, or federal law, or you're an established business owner whose dispute with a vendor, employee, or landlord can't be solved without outside help, the Law Offices of Reuben S. F. Wong is here for you. Call our office in Honolulu, HI, to enjoy benefits such as:
Free consultations
Evening or weekend consultations by appointment
Mandarin, Chinese, and Cantonese-speaking staff
Convenient location near the District Court of the First Circuit in Honolulu, HI
Schedule your complimentary initial case review with us today