Business Formation
When starting a new business, picking the business formation is important and affects factors such as tax liability, limited liability, and management. Through consultation, a business lawyer could help clarify your options in deciding which business entity to choose.
Partnership:
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Partnership Agreement
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Registration
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Statement of Authority
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Certificate of Limited Partnership (Only for Limited partnerships)
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Statement of Qualification for Limited Liability Partnership
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EIN Number
Limited Liability Company:
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Drafting and Filing Articles of Organization
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Operating Agreement
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EIN Number
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Fictitious Name
Corporations (S Corp or C Corp):
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Articles of Incorporation
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Bylaws
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Annual Report
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EIN Number
Business Law Issues
A wide variety of legal issues may arise while conducting business, such as:
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Actions against a partner in a partnership
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Actions against a member in an LLC
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Breach of contract
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Interference with a business contract
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Fraud
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Misrepresentation
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Injunctions to enforce a non-compete
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Defamation
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Asset Protection
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Debt vs. Equity Financing
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Investor Agreement Issues
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Compliance with Industry regulations
A wide variety of legal issues may cause harm to a business’s assets, reputation, and viability. Confronting these problems without legal counsel may leave you or your business in a perilous position. Set a date for legal consultation to discuss the steps you need to take to address the legal issues you or you business may be facing.