Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on franchise acquisition lawyer matters across Utah.
Serving 23 markets across Utah. Alex Lubyansky on every engagement.
Request Engagement AssessmentAcquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on franchise acquisition lawyer matters across Utah. Alex Lubyansky handles every engagement personally, bringing 15+ years of M&A experience to transactions of varying complexity, from lower-middle-market deals to multi-party structures. Utah limits post-employment non-competes to one year maximum. The state has a flat personal income tax rate and a moderate corporate franchise tax. Whether you are acquiring a business, selling a company you have built, or navigating a complex transaction, the firm's approach is the same: one experienced attorney on every deal, no handoffs to junior associates.
Share the basics. Alex reviews every inquiry personally and responds within one business day.
Your transaction details are under review. If there is alignment, we will be in touch.
Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
Acquisition Stars represents clients in each of the following markets. Click any city to learn about franchise acquisition law services in that area.
Restricted to 1-year maximum under 2016 statutory reform
Restricted under the Utah Post-Employment Restrictions Act (Utah Code Section 34-51-101 et seq., effective May 10, 2016). Non-compete agreements are limited to one year from the date of termination. The Act applies to non-competes entered into after May 10, 2016. Broader restrictions may remain enforceable under agreements predating the Act. Standard reasonableness requirements apply within the one-year period.
Utah imposes a flat 4.65% corporate income tax (recently reduced). The state uses single-factor sales apportionment with market-based sourcing. Utah conforms closely to the federal Internal Revenue Code. The state also offers various tax credits for economic development (EDTIF).
Entity mergers and conversions must be filed with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. Annual reports are required. The State Tax Commission handles tax clearance for asset purchases.
Utah has repealed UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales). The Utah State Tax Commission may assert successor liability against asset purchasers for the seller's unpaid taxes. A tax clearance should be obtained before closing.
Yes. Acquisition Stars is a nationwide M&A and securities law firm. Alex Lubyansky represents clients in Utah directly, handling every engagement personally without delegating to junior attorneys. We work with clients in every major metro and smaller markets throughout the state.
Restricted under the Utah Post-Employment Restrictions Act (Utah Code Section 34-51-101 et seq., effective May 10, 2016). Non-compete agreements are limited to one year from the date of termination. The Act applies to non-competes entered into after May 10, 2016. Broader restrictions may remain enforceable under agreements predating the Act. Standard reasonableness requirements apply within the one-year period.
Utah imposes a flat 4.65% corporate income tax (recently reduced). The state uses single-factor sales apportionment with market-based sourcing. Utah conforms closely to the federal Internal Revenue Code. The state also offers various tax credits for economic development (EDTIF).
Utah has repealed UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales). The Utah State Tax Commission may assert successor liability against asset purchasers for the seller's unpaid taxes. A tax clearance should be obtained before closing.
Look for an attorney with genuine transaction experience, not just corporate formation work. Verify that the attorney has handled deals similar in size and structure to yours. In Utah, confirm the attorney understands state-specific issues including Utah's non-compete framework, successor liability rules, and any industry-specific regulations. At Acquisition Stars, Alex Lubyansky personally handles every engagement, which means you get direct access to the same attorney from letter of intent through closing.
Alex Lubyansky handles every franchise acquisition law engagement personally.
15+ years of M&A experience. Nationwide practice. One attorney on every deal.
We review every transaction inquiry within one business day.
Your transaction details are under review. If there is alignment, we will be in touch.
Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
One attorney on every deal. Nationwide. 15+ years of M&A experience.