An LLC may issue different classes of membership interests (Units) with varying rights. It is important, however, to make sure (a) there is an...

Start a company in USA (NYC)

You should consult a business attorney with experience working with international clients as well as an accoumtant. There are important tax and...

Key points for International JV agreements. France-U.S.

I agree with my colleague; you should work with an attorney who handles business law matters, and more specifically has experience with cross...

How do I allow for more shares in a small private corporation?

There is much more to consider than simply the mechanism for authorizing and then issuing the shares. The offering of securities, even to friends,...

I am planning to do some freelance consulting. Should I create an LLC?

I agree with my colleague that you should consult a business attorney about the structure of your business. It is important to form an business...

How much will it cost me to hire an attorney to draft a partnership agreement? Should I switch into an LLC or a Partnership?

There are several issues which should be considered with respect to the appropriate type of business entity, and not only an attorney but also your...

My brother & I are 50-50 partners in a corporation; no employees. I'm moving out of state & want to give my brother my share

It sounds more like he is buying the shares rather than the assets, but there are important differences and you should consult an attorney and...

I just incorporated in NY (during the online process it never asked me if I wanted an S or a C corp, so I assumed it incorporate

First, you need to understand that SCorp status is a tax election that you make with the IRS. Therefore, you initially form the entity as a...

Recently read that I could form a LLC in another state. What are the pros and cons of forming a LLC elsewhere if I live in NYC?

If you are going to have operations and/or a business address in New York, you will pay NY taxes. Moreover, as a foreign entity, you would...

As a foreign management consulting company, we want to provide services in NY. What must we do to start business here?

As my colleague stated, you will likely want to set up an entity in NY, which is the first step. However, before doing so, you should consult with...