Legal help for small businesses— Accessible. Practical. Strategic.

A SMALL BUSINESS LAW FIRM IN EASTERN IDAHO

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PROACTIVE LEGAL RISK MANAGEMENT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES AND ENTREPRENEURS

  • Congratulations on starting a new business! There is a lot to think about and you want to make sure you start off on the right foot. We provide legal help for small businesses to facilitate your business goals and prevent future conflicts. Book a New Business Strategy Session here.

  • We understand that many small businesses think that they cannot afford a lawyer to deal with day-to-day legal questions, but proactive legal risk management can save you money and headaches down the road.

    We offer fractional general counsel services on a subscription basis to develop a relationship with you over time so that we understand your business. You will gain access to a lawyer on call and flat fee or discounted hourly rates on services. To scope a plan that fits your business goals and budget, book a consult here.

  • Well-drafted and negotiated contracts are the key tool in maintaining business relationships and protecting your business interests. Let us help document your deals so that there are no unpleasant surprises. We can also help create tailored template contracts (e.g. services contracts, liability waivers, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), employment agreements) for your business. Book a consult to learn how we can help you.

  • Estate planning is not just for the wealthy. Anyone who owns a house or has minor children or other dependents should have an estate plan. We can help you effectuate your wishes for the future and give you and your loved ones peace of mind. Book an Estate Plan Roadmap Meeting here.

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About Next Step Legal

The Firm

Next Step Legal Services PLLC is a law firm based in Teton Valley, Idaho. We provide legal help to small businesses through practical, accessible, and strategic legal solutions.

We understand that small businesses often face the same legal challenges as larger corporations but without the resources for an in-house legal team. That’s exactly why we’re here!

Launching a new venture? Negotiating a key contract? Seeking ongoing legal guidance? At Next Step Legal Services, we’re committed to helping your business take the next step with confidence.

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Practice Areas

  • Business & Corporate Law

  • Contract Drafting & Negotiation

  • Purchase and Sale Transactions

  • Real Estate Transactions

  • Leases

  • Land Use

  • Risk Management

  • Corporate Governance

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Employment Law

  • Wills and Trusts

Core Values

  • Integrity

  • Creativity

  • Curiosity

  • Authenticity

Tina Shang is an attorney for small businesses. She is wearing a blue knit dress and her hands are clasped behind her back. Her long black hair drapes down her shoulders. She is smiling and is standing in front of natural greenery.

Meet Tina Shang

Founder and Principal Attorney at Next Step Legal Services PLLC

I’m a lawyer with a broad background in corporate transactions and commercial contracts. I bring experience and knowledge earned from working in large law firms, as an in-house attorney and as a government attorney to entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of business law.

My goal is to use my legal expertise to serve my local community in meaningful ways. I provide friendly, competent legal services for small businesses and entrepreneurs in Eastern Idaho.

Work with ME

  • Education & Bar Admissions

    Admitted to practice in Wyoming in 2025

    Admitted to practice in Idaho in 2022.

    Admitted to practice in Illinois in 2010.

    Juris Doctor from Northwestern University School of Law

    Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University

  • Experience

    White & Case LLP and Baker McKenzie, Associate Attorney—extensive experience in banking and finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, infrastructure and energy law.

    INPEX Corporation, In-House Counsel—negotiated complex contracts in the energy sector including joint venture agreements, off-take agreements, consulting agreements and licensing agreements and advised on corporate governance matters.

    Teton County, Idaho, Civil Counsel—advised on contracts, compliance, employment law, and land use issues.

  • Fun Facts

    I’ve hiked the John Muir Trail solo (210 miles).

    I was a glacier guide in Alaska.

    I worked at a ski lodge in Nagano.

    I’m fluent in Mandarin and Japanese.

    I’m a Teton Surf Classic champion: Gold (2024) and Silver (2023) in the Women’s Masters Division.

    I’m a dog mom to a German Shorthair Pointer named Dakota.

    I’m a wild game cook, and in 2024 I butchered an entire deer by myself.

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How does your Teton Valley attorney spend time away from the office?

I enjoy snowboarding in the winter and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. I’m passionate about food and feeding others, and I serve as a volunteer and board member of the Teton Valley Food Pantry.

FAQs

  • Which legal structure is “best”, depends on your specific business needs and goals. Factors to consider include type of business, liability protection, taxation, ownership structure, ease of operation and whether you plan to raise capital from investors. Book a New Business Strategy Session here and we will answer this question for you.

  • “Fractional general counsel” is a flexible and cost-effective way for you to bring in-house legal expertise to your business by hiring us on a subscription basis. An experienced former in-house lawyer, Tina is business-minded and dedicated to proactive legal risk management and cost-effective legal solutions. We will meet with you on a regular basis to answer your legal questions and provide general legal support so that you head off legal problems before they arise. On ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. To learn more, book a consult here.

  • A legal template service like Legal Zoom can be a great starting point but is not designed to address your specific needs. These services provide forms but cannot provide legal advice. Consulting an experienced business lawyer can help you avoid pitfalls you are not aware of and come up with creative solutions to fit your particular situation.

    While generative AI large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are impressive, even the best law specific LLMs remain prone to mistakes that are hard to identify if you are not familiar with the law.

    At Next Step Legal Services, we can help you draft contracts that are clear, concise and tailored to your particular needs. To learn more, book a consult here.

  • Becoming a part-owner of the business you work for should be treated like the purchase of any business: you should retain a lawyer as early in the process as possible. Contact us and we can help you negotiate the term sheet, conduct due diligence, and make sure the correct legal documentation is put in place. Book a meeting here.

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Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 702
Driggs, Idaho 83422

Office Address: (By Appointment Only)
189 N Main St Ste 206
Driggs, Idaho 83422

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