About Us

At A Business Law Firm, LLC, we define a significant portion of our success by the clients we help in various areas. From business formation, business litigation, succession planning, and estate planning, it is likely that many of our clients will need legal help during various stages of their life and/or the lifespan of their business. Our greatest asset is the relationship we have with each of our clients. If you are an individual needing help with your estate plan or a local business owner needing valued legal advice, call us to schedule a confidential consultation for our personalized approach to your individual needs.

Our Areas of Practice

Business Law

If you have questions regarding your existing business, we are here to serve your needs.

Litigation

Our attorneys are experienced in representing businesses and individuals in law suits. Our trial attorneys will be glad to meet with you to discuss your options.

Business Formation & Counseling

If you are ready to start your own business, we are here to counsel you on your formation options and needs.

Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning

Whether you just bought your first house or are thinking of retirement, it is never too early to begin your estate planning. Our attorneys are here to offer you an individualized approach to your estate and life planning needs.

International and Economic Development

With an entrepreneurial focused client base, we want to help our clients learn about the economic opportunities for their business in current and future locations.

Adoption, Special Education and Special Needs

If you are interested in adopting a child, are advocating for a child with special needs in a school, or want to set up a trust for your special needs child, we can assist you.

Meet Our Team

Thomas A. Belenchia

Thomas Belenchia

Partner
Lauren E. Ward

Lauren E. Ward

Partner
Chelsea Rikard

Chelsea Rikard

Partner

Civic Engagement

Our legal team is committed to serving our clients as well as our community. The members of our legal team commit hours to pro bono legal aide efforts, volunteer their time to nonprofit board leadership, mentoring new entrepreneurs, speaking at civic and senior centers, speaking to students interested in the legal field, and coaching high school students on how to conduct a trial! Our attorneys are involved with various civic organizations in Spartanburg and throughout the Upstate. Check out some of our articles that discuss how our legal team engages with our community. 

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COVID-19

As you may be aware, both North Carolina and South Carolina have confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19).  It appears from news sources that Spartanburg County may have at least one confirmed case of COVID-19.   Our Firm wants to assure our clients that we are taking precautions to help prevent the spread of infection.  A couple of simple examples are the daily wiping of door handles with disinfecting wipes, and having hand sanitizer available to our clients at the office. We are also implanting the CDC’s recommendations including: 
  1. Frequently wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds;
  2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands; and
  3. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
We at the firm are prepared to handle this virus and to keep working to handle all your business and estate needs. If you are feeling sick, then please free to contact our office to reschedule your appointment until you are feeling well. Thank you for your business, stay healthy and have a great week! For more tips on how to stay safe: 
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