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Business formation is the process of establishing a legal entity to carry out a particular entreprise. The law provides several entity options, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Limited... more +

Business formation is the process of establishing a legal entity to carry out a particular entreprise. The law provides several entity options, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Limited Liability Corporations (LLC), Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP), and S-Corporations are a few examples of available options. When forming a business, founders can choose whichever entity-type best aligns with their specific tax and liability needs and considerations. Other important aspects of forming a business include drafting a comprehensive business plan, choosing appropriate insurance, establishing personnel policies and protecting intellectual property. less -

Key considerations for forming and operating a joint venture in the U.S.

A&O Shearman on 7/30/2025

Each of these items will help ensure that a U.S.-based joint venture (JV)—especially one in a regulated industry with cross-border aspects—is set up and operated on solid legal, compliance, and tax footing. By diligently...more

Navigating Business Law in Arizona

IR Global on 7/3/2025

From its favorable business climate to its strategic location and growing innovation ecosystem, Arizona is quickly becoming one of the best places in the U.S. to start, expand, or relocate a business....more

Establishing a Business Entity in Colombia (Updated)

International Lawyers Network on 1/9/2025

DOING BUSINESS IN COLOMBIA - 1. Preliminary Considerations: In Colombia, a foreign company is able to act and do business by itself, for example, by contracting with local entities or investing foreign currencies....more

The Corporate Transparency Act - New Guidance on Reporting Obligations

Smith Anderson on 8/13/2024

As discussed in our three prior client alerts, effective as of January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) and rules issued thereunder by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) require most U.S....more

The (Uncertain) Application of the Corporate Transparency Act to Tribal Entities

Holland & Knight LLP on 8/9/2024

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a unit of the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury Department) charged with administering the Corporate Transparency Act (the CTA), on Aug. 1, 2024, held a Tribal...more

Manufacturing Products with a US Licensee: Key Considerations for Emerging Businesses

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP on 7/12/2021

In the early stages of doing business, emerging businesses often use a distributor to introduce a product to the US market without a full sales force. This requires a solid distribution agreement. As your business expands,...more

The Formation of the Village People and Business Venture Risks

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist on 8/14/2019

Consider the business risk for JVs. It begins with the business reason for setting up the JV. The US company wants a connected, well-placed partner who can gain them influence in the foreign market. That foreign partner may...more

Legal Guide for U.S. Foreign Investments

Harris Beach Murtha PLLC on 5/25/2018

Establishing a business in the U.S. by a foreign corporation can be a fairly smooth operation with the right guidance and support. There are steps to take in forming, operating and growing a business in the U.S. in addition...more

Doing Business in the UAE

Latham & Watkins LLP on 2/3/2017

Country Background - Formed on 2 December 1971, the UAE is a federal state of seven emirates comprising Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain. The UAE federal constitution...more

Blog: Post-Incorporation Checklist: 10 Next Steps to Consider

Cooley LLP on 6/10/2015

You’ve taken the plunge and formed your business as a Delaware corporation. What do you need to do next? This post, along with the companion piece 8 Legal To-Dos Before Your First Investment, is intended to help you identify...more

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