California Corp Question

As my colleague stated above, the same person can hold two different offices: President and Secretary. Typically, the Secretary signs the meeting...

I would like to incorporate myself to take contract work in the investment banking industry

It sounds like they are proposing that you serve as a consultant, which could be on an independent contractor basis, where you are paid a...

Do I need to change my business name?

I completely agree with my colleagues. One thing to consider is whether there would be a "likelihood of confusion" from the public. Since you are...

How to set up a language school in California for foreign students?

I agree with my colleagues that you will first and foremost need to consult with a business formations attorney in order to adequately answer your...

Trademark Attorney Questions

I don't know what you mean by "gives the green light to a trademark". Once you have a name/idea/ logo that you have been using to describe a...

My father died and was 60% contmember of an LLC. According to the operating agreement his partner gains full control of the LLC

The operating agreement usually makes provisions for appointing a new Manager if the original Manager (or Managing Member) has died. There should...

I want to start a business and gain business credit for the company; what is the fastest way to do this?

I agree with my colleague. Initially, the credit of the corporation/ new business is going to be based on one or more owner's/ founder's personal...

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Can employees take company information to start their own business?

I agree with my colleagues that you have claims for unfair competition, misappropriation of trade secrets, etc. The distinction that you have to...

I just started a Merchant Cash Advance company in California. I am looking a good lawyer who has experience with MCA.

Hello there! Congratulations on starting your own company. I do not necessarily have experience with the merchant cash advance business or...

What entity should one medical doctor practice medicine as other than as a proprietor?

In full agreement with my colleague, it is true that a medical doctor can practice medicine as a professional medical corporation in California....