Business Formation

Getting Your Business Started the Right Way

From the outset, every step that a new business takes can have a huge impact on the future of that business. When it comes to business formation, choosing the right entity is critical, but it isn't the only step that needs to be taken.

At the law firm of Surovell Isaacs Petersen & Levy in Fairfax, Virginia, our experienced lawyers will work closely with you to make certain that all of your bases are covered as you launch your new business. We will help you lay the groundwork for a successful future.

Choice of Business Entity and Beyond

Business formation involves choosing a legal entity. Choices include:

• Limited Liability Companies (LLC)
• Partnerships
• Corporations

In order to help you decide on the appropriate entity, we will educate you about each of your options. After getting to know your business goals, we will recommend an entity and explain why we are making that recommendation. We are committed to this high level of client-oriented legal representation because we want to build a relationship with you and your business. As your business grows and you have questions that need to be answered or concerns that need to be addressed, we want you to be confident that our attorneys are here to help. From contract negotiations to litigation and transaction support, we will be there for you.

In addition to choice of entity, we can assist with all other aspects of business formation. From putting together articles of organization to answering questions about financing to providing general guidance about employment contracts and other matters, you can be certain that nothing will be missed as we help you build your business.

A Team of Experienced Business Formation Lawyers

At our law firm, you will find lawyers who have more than three decades of experience working with area businesses of all sizes. We are proud to have assisted with the formation of businesses that have grown to become important parts of our community. Our service to the businesses we serve has led to members of our team being listed in Best Lawyers in America and in Super Lawyers.

Schedule a Consultation About Your Case

Call us at 703-648-8279 or send us an e-mail to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced Fairfax business law attorneys.

• Robert J. Surovell for being named in Best Lawyers in America this year for Personal Injury representation and for the 25th time in Family Law representation.
• Dorothy M. Isaacs for being named in Best Lawyers in America for the 4th time in Family Law representation.
• Scott Surovell on his recent election to the House of Delegates.
• Scott Surovell and David Levy for being named Best Lawyers in America.

• $12,000,000 Judgment relating to fraudulent investment scheme.
• $4,800,000 Fairfax County Jury verdict against fireworks company for negligent production of commercial fireworks display resulting in catastrophic injuries.
• $3,600,000 Fairfax County jury verdict in favor of firefighter who suffered permanent disabling injuries.
• $3,500,000 Settlement of head-on collision resulting in severe orthopedic injuries and brain injuries to Ph.D candidate.
• $2,000,000 Value of rescission awarded to purchaser due to luxury developer's violation of Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act.
• $1,150,000 Settlement of case involving brain injury to passenger riding in commuter van on I-395.
• $1,100,000 Judgment awarded against husband who obtained multiple mortgages on joint property without wife's consent.
• $1,150,000 Settlement of case involving amputation of arm following negligence.
• $980,000 Settlement of case involving brain injury to 13 year-old child.
• $950,000 Settlement of case involving misdiagnosis of child abuse instead of osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease).
• $834,000 Jury verdict against a notorious foreclosure rescue scammer for violations of Virginia Consumer Protection Act, Virginia Credit Counseling Act,  and fraud.
• $750,000 Back injury from car accident.
• $700,000 Jury verdict for fraud arising from sale of securities in bogus Montana mining venture.
• $650,000 Settlement of medical malpractice matter.
• $480,000 Settlement of wrongful death case involving health care neglect in prison.
• $450,000 Settlement of death of child who drowned in pool.
• $330,000 Judgment awarded to tenant for inventory damage from defects in shopping mall roof.  Affirmed by Supreme Court of Virginia.
• $300,000 Judgment awarded to daughter whose mother was killed by step-father who attempted to seek his deceased wife's life insurance proceeds.
• $300,000 Car accident involving collision with delivery truck and compound arm fracture.
• $290,000 Car accident involving injury to passenger's face.
• $175,000 Settlement for property damage and business losses for damage to printing press during moving.
• $175,000 Back injuries to driver struck by drunk driver.
• $135,000 Settlement for failure to supervise bookkeeper, negligent processing of checks by bank, and embezzlement.
• $82,000 SIPL Defense verdict that ultimately led to award of $82,000 sanctions against Plaintiff.
• Defense Verdict SIPL Defense verdict in car-tanker truck collision seeking over $1,000,000