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Business Formation Corporate Governance Fiduciary Duty

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 -
Quinn Emanuel

DExiting to Nevada?

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A growing number of U.S. companies have begun reconsidering Delaware as the default state of incorporation in a phenomenon dubbed “DExit.” Historically, Delaware has been the preferred jurisdiction for public and private...more

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Can you eliminate fiduciary duties in a Texas LLC?

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Bottom Line: Yes, as of May 14, 2025, members of a Texas LLCs can now eliminate fiduciary duties through their company agreements (aka “operating agreements”), thanks to a crucial amendment that added the word “eliminate” to...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

OLNS#12 – Advisory Boards in German Start-ups

In substantially all of the major world markets, we have dedicated technology lawyers who support young German technology companies on their growth trajectory through all stages. As one of the top tech law firms in the world,...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

OLNS#12 - Beiräte in deutschen Start-ups

Mit unseren auf Technologietransaktionen spezialisierten Teams in allen wichtigen globalen Märkten begleiten wir zahlreiche deutsche Technologieunternehmen auf ihrem Wachstumspfad. Als eine der führenden Tech-Kanzleien...more

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Solving the Puzzle to Improve Corporate Governance

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An often overlooked and critical function of operating a successful business is sound corporate governance. But what is corporate governance? Generally stated, corporate governance encompasses the rules, mechanisms and...more

Allen Matkins

May A Joint Venturer Withdraw From A Joint Venture In Order To Pursue A Joint Venture Opportunity?

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California's Uniform Partnership Act of 1994 provides that a partner has a duty to refrain from competing with the partnership in the conduct of the partnership business "before the dissolution of the partnership".  Cal....more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing a Business Entity in Australia (Updated)

TYPES OF BUSINESS ENTITIES - There are a number of business structures to choose from when starting a new business venture in Australia. Investors need to determine which form of business organisation is the most...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing A Business Entity In Australia (Updated)

TYPES OF BUSINESS ENTITIES - There are a number of business structures to choose from when starting a new business venture in Australia. Investors need to determine which form of business organisation is the most...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing A Business Entity In Australia (Updated)

1. Types of business entities - 1.1 Types of entities available through which to conduct business - The following entities are recognized as business structures to conduct business under Australian law: Sole trader -...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing A Business Entity In Australia

1. Types of business entities - 1.1 Types of entities available through which to conduct business - The following entities are recognized as business structures to conduct business under Australian law: Sole trader -...more

Jackson Walker

Legislative Update: Business Law

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I. GENERAL. A. Introduction. In selecting a form of business entity in Texas the organizer or initial owners can consider the following five business entity forms: • Corporation • General Partnership...more

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