Practice AreasBusiness Ownership Issues and Disputes

In the operation of a business, disagreements between owners, partners, or shareholders sometimes arise. Many potential disputes can be avoided by selecting the right business organization and governance model when the enterprise is formed. Other disputes cannot be foreseen and arise over time as the business grows and develops.

Martindell represents clients in a variety of ownership and governance matters including:

  • Shareholder and partner disputes
  • Joint venture disputes
  • Director liability lawsuits
  • Structured transactions of business operations or assets

As an experienced Kansas business law firm, Martindell lawyers advise clients in relation to business formation, commercial transactions and business growth matters. These clients range in size from relatively large corporations to smaller corporations, family-owned businesses, and startup enterprises. Through sound counsel and a careful consideration of the client’s business objectives and financial structure, Martindell Swearer Shaffer Ridenour can help its clients avoid or minimize the potential for business disputes between the owners of the firm. When a business dispute cannot be avoided, Martindell lawyers work to vigorously protect their clients' rights.

For more information, contact Charles D. Lee at (620) 662-3331 or charles.lee@martindell.com. Other attorneys practicing in this area are Jerry L. Ricksecker, William B. Swearer, Elwin F. Cabbage, John B. Swearer, John E. Caton, S. Eric Steinle and Arlyn Miller.