I don't know about annual fees and other added expenses, but absent compelling reasons, I'd simply await his 18th birthday and transfer the...

Can I own a 'Online' business, which includes buying and selling online on Ebay or Amazon?

Generally, you can own a business but not work in it unless it is permitted by your visa. You should consult with experienced Business and...

The number of shares and paid-in capital typically relate to one of the methods employed in calculating franchise taxes. As with any filing, you...

Should I bother suing my former employer / "business partner"?

You need to weigh the likelihood of prevailing against the cost, time, and effort of collecting the $20,000. The likelihood of success will depend...

I have a LLC (filed in California) for my online marketing business. Do I need to file a DBA for all of my websites as well?

You should indicate that the web domain/site is owned by the LLC, but dba is not required just for domain name. If, however, the LLC is doing...

Is a verbal contract or agreement legally binding and can it be used to recover ?

Unfortunately, this is an example of the importance of entering into signed written agreements for significant business transactions. Your...

What type of lawyer would be best to talk to about the pros and cons of domestic partnership vs. marriage?

You should consult with a TX Family Law or Marriage Attorney to discuss the issues raised by your question.

Is it possible for someone of non-US origin can start a business being abroad ( ex: run a web application similar to AVVO)

You can form and own the business and can manage it from offshore, but you will need a resident agent in the US and probably employees. If you come...

How partnership works in my case?

This is not essentially a legal question, but if you are selling 1/2 of the business to your brother, the purchase price should be 1/2 the value of...

S-corp, meet and keep minutes annually?

It's typically an annual meeting, but you should follow whatever is specified in the By-Laws. In addition, if you take any unusual actions (incur a...