Experience with banks, financial advisors, credit unions, mortgage companies, and investment organizations has provided us with a unique understanding of the challenges faced in the financial industry. The Knox Firm can address each of your legal issues through a group of attorneys who are familiar with your industry and focus on specific areas of the law. We routinely work in a collaborative manner to find innovative solutions to the legal problems you face.

The legal issues faced by the Banking and Finance industry have become increasingly complex. Each type of organization has its own legal intricacies. The Knox Firm has the experience to help navigate those intricacies in the following ways:

Financial

Our attorneys are experienced in the documentation of loan and other financial transactions for lenders. We have represented both borrowers and lenders in conventional, asset-based, low-interest and tax-exempt financings. We assist with all types of loan and collateral structures, real estate transactions, and middle and specialized market segments. 

When necessary, our bankruptcy attorneys can assist you with collection problems, foreclosures, and creditor’s rights services. We are experienced with bankruptcy filings and out-of-court workouts and can help you choose the path that is right for you.

Risk Management

Recently, the banking and finance industry has become more vulnerable to claims of liability and negligence. When problems arise, they can quickly consume your time and financial resources. The Knox Firm can provide sound advice on how to prevent problems that may result in claims – saving you time and money so you can focus on your business.

Claims Management

In the event that you do face a claim, our litigators can help you manage it. We have extensive experience defending lender liability including claims of fraudulent transfer and conveyance and claims relating to secured transactions. In order to get the best result, we will investigate a potential problem before it becomes a claim. When appropriate, we will seek to resolve these issues prior to litigation, or through alternative dispute resolution. If necessary, we will protect your interests in court.

Business Organization

Our business and tax attorneys have been involved in developing the corporate structure of a variety of financial organizations. We have handled numerous mergers and acquisitions of financial organizations and are knowledgeable about the business and tax implications involved in such transactions.

Human Resource Management

Managing employees effectively is critical to the success of any business. Our Labor & Employment attorneys can provide sound advice on establishing policies and procedures, creating employee handbooks, and answering your questions on discipline and performance matters. We will also help you maintain compliance with employment regulations such as ERISA, FMLA, ADA and HIPAA. 

Insurance & Benefits

Professional practices confront unique challenges with benefit plan design. Our attorneys can help you navigate ERISA requirements when setting up your retirement plan and regulatory standards when making health insurance choices. When new rules are published, you can trust us to advise you regarding necessary changes to your plans and documents. Our attorneys are skilled in finding creative solutions to the tough compliance problems faced by your organization.