If someone has a corporation in Wisconsin can someone incorporate the exact same name in Illinois?

Registration of the same name in another state would not imply ownership of either the trademark or the corresponding business in the second state....

How do I transfer the EIN number on a nonprofit semi pro football team?

More information is required to answer your question but it sounds like what you are asking to do can be done. For example, did your fiancé own the...

Yikes. Sounds like you are already a few steps down the road of forming your business and know enough to know what you don't know. You will need a...

If I'm a shareholder in a corporation that dissolved 2 years ago and my non-compete was for 1 year, am I free to compete?

Just to be safe you should take the Operating Agreement or other ruling documents like the bylaws for the company to a business attorney to ensure...

Can I acquire a performers visa and how quickly can I receive one?

This is an uncommon issue for an entertainment attorney so I added Immigration to the practice areas. You should consult with an immigration...

I found 2 share certificate's in my attic from the 1929 and 1930's are they mine?

Unfortunately you are in the common legal position of getting the "it depends" answer to your question. Consult with an attorney that handles...

Do I need to trademark logos I will use to start my business or do I have to think about protecting my potential future logo

First you should understand that Trademark rights arise from use in commerce so at this point you would be applying on an intent to use basis where...

Is it legal to have a corporation in your name even if you don't really have anything to do with it?

I can understand your nerves as this sounds a bit fishy. If your employer needs a separate entity for this oversees work, they can easily create...

If I design a sweater with a logo like these, would it be copyright infringement?

Just to follow up on Mr. Dinicola wrote, your issue with the logo on these apparel items seems to be more if a trademark issey than a copyright...

How to register startup (c corp) where everyone except 1 person is not in the USA?

I would have to check the California statue specifically to make sure but most states allow you to form a domestic corporation so long as you have...