Business Law
The historical roots of Ross & McBride are founded in the services that the firm provides to business clients. William L. Ross began his business law practice in the 1890's and since then the firm has maintained its leading role in providing advice and services to business leaders, who own and operate all types of business enterprises, some of which are public in nature and many of which are quite substantial regarding their scope and levels of financial success. Ross & McBride also provides these services to financial institutions and to government bodies and agencies.
The Business Law Group’s expertise can assist a client with all aspects of business affairs, including:
- corporate matters - incorporation, reorganizations, etc.
- mergers and acquisitions
- business financing and the establishment of credit facilities
- partnerships, joint ventures and other forms of business organizations
- various agreements relating to shareholder matters, non-competition issues, letters of intent, etc.
- business succession planning and tax planning
- the placement of security for financial institutions
- leasing, franchising, licensing and other forms of contracts
- the protection of intellectual property and rights
- non-profit and charitable organizations
- emerging business and technology developments
Members of Ross & McBride are frequent contributors to public legal education, writing articles and making presentations in courses and seminars. Various members participate throughout the community in volunteer capacities for numerous organizations and programs.