The law firm of Goodrich & Reely, PLLC, serves clients throughout Montana.
One of the fastest growing forms of business across the country is the limited liability company or LLC. An LLC is a business entity that combines some of the elements of a corporation (e.g., it must be registered with the state) with many of the benefits of smaller...
Montana businesses are experiencing an increasingly competitive marketplace. The Secretary of State's office, which cut registration fees in 2021, reported nearly 53,000 new business registrations in 2022, breaking previous records. The office reports 5,400 new...
Many people know of mediation as a way of resolving issues in divorce or other very personal legal issues, but it can also be a powerful method for resolving disputes in business and other areas of the law. While mediation is conducted outside of court, judges...
If you are thinking about starting your own business in Montana, one often overlooked option is the sole proprietorship. The sole proprietorship can be a solid option for many reasons but may not be the right fit for all businesses. Here are some of the advantages and...
Many companies update their websites on a semi-regular basis, just to keep things looking fresh. But sometimes there is an ulterior motive behind a website redesign. That's what Real Estate Exchange Inc. is arguing in a lawsuit it has filed against the real estate...
Montana business owners experiencing financial troubles may benefit from filing bankruptcy. There are two main types of bankruptcy that business owners can file: a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or a Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 versus Chapter 11 A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is...
If you have started a new business in Montana, you know what it feels like to put your heart and soul into it. When things are good for your business, they feel good for you. When things are bad for your business, you take it very personally. This emotional attachment...