CORPORATE & TRANSACTIONAL LAW

At the heart of Kimberly Simms’ legal practice is a deep-rooted passion for entrepreneurship, fueled by a rich family legacy of business ownership. From her great-grandfathers’ dry-cleaning business and butcher shop to her grandparents’ pawn shop and scrap metal recycling company, this legacy of resilience and innovation runs through her veins. As the founder of her own law firm and wife to a fellow small business owner, Kimberly regularly navigates the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship firsthand.

This comprehensive experience gives her a unique understanding of her clients and their entrepreneurial spirit. Recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities that come with running a business, Kimberly is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs navigate every stage of their journey. Whether it's structuring corporate frameworks, strategizing for growth, or drafting and negotiating pivotal contracts, her commitment is to empower clients with the legal expertise needed to thrive.

Comprehensive Legal Strategies for Complex Landscapes

  • Advise on business structure (LLC, Corp, etc.)

    Strategic planning for growth and acquisitions

    Founder and shareholder agreements

    Intellectual Property Protection

    Financing and Capital Structure

    Help create a business plan for successful future

  • Advise on board structure and bylaws

    Develop governance polices and procedures

    Ensure compliance with corporate law

    Assist and advise on Shareholder and board meetings

  • Draft and negotiate commercial contracts

    Supply Chain Agreements

    Management Services Agreements

    Licensing Agreements

    Confidentiality and non-disclosure Agreements

    Consulting Agreements

    White Labeling Agreements

    Joint Venture Agreements

    Influencer and Brand Ambassador Agreements

  • Ensure compliance with local laws

    Ensure compliance with state regulations

    Assist with responses to Notices to Comply

    Assist developing ongoing compliance programs to mitigate risks

    General regulatory and compliance counsel

  • Assist in evaluating locations based on zoning and regulations

    Draft competitive local licensing applications

    Assist in obtaining and renewal of local and state licenses

    Assist with changes to licensure including ownership changes, change of location, update to premises diagram

    Assist with ongoing communications with licensing authorities

  • Conduct due diligence for mergers, acquisitions and investments

    Evaluate regulatory, legal and financial risks

    Review compliance history and potential liabilities for investment

    Advise on proper deal structure

    Advise non cannabis businesses about entering the cannabis and hemp industry

  • Draft and negotiate lease agreements

    Advise on real estate zoning and land use laws for business use

    Assist in securing and maintaining local licenses

    Draft and negotiate real estate purchase agreements

  • Provide legal opinion letters on licensing, compliance and business structure

    Clarify the legality of specific cannabis operations or transactions

    Advise on risks associated with cannabis contracts and agreements

  • Draft partnership dissolution agreements

    Handle the legal closure of businesses, ensuring state and local compliance

    Assist with the distribution of assets and settlement of debts

    Advise on the filing of required documents with regulatory authorities for business closure

  • Provide ongoing legal advise and on business operations and compliance

    Assist with corporate governance – resolutions, board meetings and minutes

    Review and negotiate contracts

    Advise on risk management strategies

    Initial collections and demand letters

    Assist with routine license issues

    Assist with regulatory compliance

    Project Management

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