Travel and tourism is one of the largest sectors of business in West North Carolina, pumping millions of dollars into the local economy each year. The Van Winkle Law Firm serves some of the industry’s top clients, providing them with comprehensive legal services that include employment law, risk management, financing, trademarks, franchising, copyright, and real estate law. Tourism-related businesses are often subject to additional taxes as local governments seek to fund public-interest projects. Van Winkle assists these clients by combining tax preparation with overall business and financial planning, taking into account the seasonal nature of many of these operations. Throughout each task, the team keeps an eye on the ultimate goal of maximizing the bottom line. Our employment law team successfully handles wage hour, unemployment, employment discrimination and employee benefit claims on a regular basis.

Clients Include:

• Full-service resorts
• Hotels, motels and bed-and-breakfasts
• Attractions
• Restaurants
• Retailers
• Tourism boards
• Travel agents
• Transportation companies