Whether you need representation in a transaction, you’re starting a new business, or you need basic contract review, we can help.

Small Business Counsel

Overview

Small businesses are the backbone of Indiana’s economy, and they deserve legal counsel that’s practical, responsive, and easy to work with, understanding that the business comes first. Whether you’re launching a new venture, managing day‑to‑day operations, or navigating a legal challenge, Shelton Law provides clear guidance rooted in real‑world business experience.

We work with mom‑and‑pop retailers, solo entrepreneurs, e‑commerce sellers, gig‑economy professionals, and growing companies across the entire state of Indiana. Our goal is simple: help you operate confidently, avoid costly mistakes, and make informed decisions at every stage of your business.

You get direct access to your attorney, fast turnaround, and advice that’s grounded in both legal knowledge and business ownership experience.

Services We Provide

• Business Formation & Structuring

• Transactional Representation

• Compliance and Regulatory Support

• Outside General Counsel Services

• Contract Drafting and Review

• Negotiation

• Dispute Prevention & Resolution

• Collections

Our Approach

Running a small business is demanding. Your legal support should make things easier — not add another layer of stress. Our approach is built around clarity, responsiveness, and practical guidance that fits the realities of day‑to‑day business operations.

Fast turnaround when your business needs it.
Need something quick? No questions asked, same rate as any other work.
Direct access to your attorney.
No jumping through hoops to reach your attorney - you have my personal cell.
Legal advice grounded in business experience.
Matt Shelton studied business in undergrad and worked in business roles for multiple companies in the finance, real estate, small business, and construction industries.
Clear pricing, clear expectations.
We often quote business clients flat fees for work - creating predictability in legal spend.

Straightforward Process. Zero Guessing.

Our goal is to remove uncertainty from the legal process. From the moment you reach out, you’ll know exactly what to expect, what comes next, and who is handling your matter. No confusion. No chasing updates.

Step 1

Tell us what you need in a few quick clicks.

You provide the basics — your issue, your goals, and the best way to reach you. This helps us prepare before we ever get on a call.

Step 2

We meet to understand your situation in detail.

Once we receive and review your information, we will follow up with you to schedule a meeting over the phone to gather some more information, answer any questions you may have, and help you understand your options.

Step 3

We send you a retainer agreement.

Once you’re ready to move forward, we send a straightforward retainer agreement so we can begin representing you immediately. Clear terms, transparent pricing, and no surprises.

Step 4

You relax, and we take it from here.

We begin work on your matter while keeping you updated every step of the way, providing you with the peace of mind that you deserve.

Our Experience

Licensed Indiana Attorney Matt Shelton has experience representing small businesses throughout Indiana in a variety of industries/disciplines. Matt studied business in undergrad and worked in business roles for multiple companies in the finance, real estate, small business, and construction industries.

These experiences in conjunction with Matt’s experience advising a wide range of small businesses as general legal counsel provide Matt with unique perspective that allows for business focused legal advice. Instead of reactive legal advice, clients that work with Matt expect proactive and practical business friendly solutions when legal counsel is involved in a transaction or dispute.

While in law school, Matt worked for two family office investment firms, providing a variety of legal support in real estate, securities, and trust/estate areas of practice. Following law school and prior to founding Shelton Law P.C., Matt worked for a real estate developer providing a variety of legal support, including drafting, negotiating, reviewing and structuring deals in the real estate development industry.

Contact us for a courtesy consultation

We will reach back out to you within 24 hours to schedule an initial consultation. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at (317)-804-1495.

Business Counsel FAQs

We support mom‑and‑pop retailers, solo entrepreneurs, e‑commerce sellers, gig‑economy professionals, service providers, and growing companies across Indiana. If you run a small business, we can help.

What types of small businesses do you work with?

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Can you assist me in forming an LLC in Indiana or starting a corporation?

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Can you act as my ongoing general counsel?

Yes. We assist with entity selection, formation, operating agreements, bylaws, and ongoing compliance so you start your business with a strong legal foundation. Peace of mind, guaranteed.

Do you draft and review contracts?

3 Absolutely. Contract drafting and review is one of our core legal services. We draft, negotiate, and review a variety of agreements for clients, including but not limited to: service agreements, vendor contracts, independent contractor agreements, NDAs, purchase agreements, operating agreements, employment agreements, severance agreements, promissory notes, loan agreements, construction contracts, leases, assignments, SNDAs, easements, and more.

What is your fee?

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Can you help with disputes or unpaid invoices?

Matt’s hourly rate is $175.00. If we are provided with a thorough description in advance of the work you are requesting, and the scope of the representation is quantifiable, we can quote a competitive flat fee so you know what you are spending. Your legal bill shouldn’t surprise you.

Yes. Clients rely on us for consistent, day‑to‑day legal support without hiring in‑house counsel. You get direct access to your attorney whenever questions come up. Schedule a courtesy consultation for a quote - which will vary depending on the size of the business and foreseeable scope of legal needs.

Yes. Matt has litigation experience and can assist businesses with litigation needs, depending on the matter. Typically, complex litigation is referred out to a partner firm or co-counsel is hired to assist with the matter.

In which counties do you provide legal services?

7 Matt Shelton serves every single county in the state of Indiana, and is licensed appear in every state court. This includes the following counties: Adams, Allen, Bartholomew, Benton, Blackford, Boone, Brown, Carroll, Cass, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Crawford, Daviess, Dearborn, Decatur, DeKalb, Delaware, Dubois, Elkhart, Fayette, Floyd, Fountain, Franklin, Fulton, Gibson, Grant, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Harrison, Hendricks, Henry, Howard, Huntington, Jackson, Jasper, Jay, Jefferson, Jennings, Johnson, Knox, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Lake, LaPorte, Lawrence, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Martin, Miami, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Newton, Noble, Ohio, Orange, Owen, Parke, Perry, Pike, Porter, Posey, Pulaski, Putnam, Randolph, Ripley, Rush, St. Joseph, Scott, Shelby, Spencer, Starke, Steuben, Sullivan, Switzerland, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Union, Vanderburgh, Vermillion, Vigo, Wabash, Warren, Warrick, Washington, Wayne, Wells, White, and Whitley.