At KEW Legal®, we serve entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations across all of Florida with clear, responsive counsel tailored to their legal business needs.
Florida now leads the nation in small‐business density, 13,822 per 100,000 residents, according to Clarify Capital. Choosing the right legal partner matters.
As one client shared, “KEW Legal provided outstanding legal services that exceeded my expectations. Their professionalism and efficiency in handling my case resulted in a smooth legal process” — Marco Moreno.
Since 2012, our woman-owned, multilingual team has provided trusted, proactive business law support, from Miami and Orlando to Tampa, Jacksonville, and beyond.
Our Business Law Process in Florida
At KEW Legal®, our process is designed to make legal support simple, efficient, and proactive:
- Discovery and Strategy: We learn your goals and review documents, regardless of if you’re forming a startup in Orlando or expanding operations in Tampa.
- Formation and Compliance: We file LLCs and corporations with the Florida Division of Corporations and manage local licensing through municipal offices.
- Contracts and Transactions: Drafting and reviewing agreements for vendors, employees, and investors across Florida’s major business districts.
- Disputes and Litigation: Representing clients in Miami-Dade, Orange, Hillsborough, and Duval courts, working toward fast, cost-effective resolutions.
- Ongoing Counsel: Acting as outsourced general counsel, providing compliance updates and preventive strategies that keep your business on track.
Our Legal Business Services in Sunny Isles Beach
- Business formation
- Operating agreements
- Contract drafting and review
- Employment agreements
- Corporate compliance
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Intellectual property protection
- Dispute resolution
- Business taxation
- Commercial leases
- Succession planning
How Long Does it Take to Form a Company in Florida?
LLCs and corporations usually take 2–5 business days to process when filed online with the Florida Division of Corporations. Paper filings may take longer. However, business formation doesn’t end with the state filing. Local licenses, permits, and business tax registrations can extend the timeline depending on the city and county.
In Central Florida, companies opening in Orlando, near the Orange County Convention Center or the Disney Springs,often face additional tourism-related licensing requirements.
In West Florida, entrepreneurs in Tampa, particularly in high-traffic areas like Ybor City, may need liquor licenses, entertainment permits, or city-specific approvals that add time to the process.
In North Florida, companies launching in Jacksonville often deal with port-related permits, environmental compliance, or additional city business tax registrations.
Overall, while the state filing itself can be completed in just a few days, the total time to fully form and license a company in Florida typically ranges from one to four weeks, depending on the type of business and where it’s located.
Why Choose KEW Legal® for Your Business Needs in Florida
- Experienced Professionals: Decades of combined business law experience.
- Client-Centered Approach: Clear, transparent solutions built around your goals.
- Efficient Legal Services: Fast responses and decisive action for today’s pace of business.
- Trusted by Clients: Hundreds of businesses served, with repeat clients and referrals.
- Multilingual Support: Service in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Local Resources We Work With in Florida
- Enterprise Florida: Statewide business development and incentives
- Florida SBDC (Small Business Development Center): Provides entrepreneur support and mentoring
- Chambers of Commerce: Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville chapters
- Florida State Capitol (Tallahassee): State-level governance and compliance
- Port of Miami: Major hub for international trade and corporate activity
- Downtown Orlando Business District: Finance and tech cluster
- Tampa Riverwalk & Channelside: Commercial and corporate hub
- Jacksonville Downtown Core: Finance and logistics businesses
FAQs
Do I need a business lawyer to start a company in Florida?
Yes. While anyone can file an LLC online, a lawyer makes sure your documents, agreements, and compliance align with your goals and protect your interests.
Can a business lawyer help with international investors in Florida?
Absolutely. Florida is a hub for Latin American and international trade, and KEW Legal® regularly assists with cross-border contracts and compliance.
Where are most business disputes handled in Florida?
Disputes are generally filed in county courts, most often in Miami-Dade, Orange, Hillsborough, or Duval County courts depending on the business location.
Talk to a Business Lawyer in Florida Today
Legal challenges can’t wait, and neither should you. If you’re forming a new company in Orlando, drafting contracts in Tampa, or preparing for litigation in Miami-Dade, KEW Legal® is ready to help.
Request a consultation online today.
