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What is a Delaware Certificate of Good Standing? It is a certified document the Delaware Secretary of State’s office produces. It shows that your corporation or LLC meets statutory requirements (filed all reports and paid all fees) and the state has authorized it to do business. What Does a Delaware Certificate of Good Standing Look […]
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Do I Need to Live in Delaware to Incorporate There? A business operating almost anywhere can be incorporated in Delaware. Neither a Delaware LLC, nor a Delaware corporation, are required to have an office or business address in Delaware. For an address, Delaware only requires the appointment of a Registered Agent with a physical address […]
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Delaware C corps are a popular choice for some companies due to their ability to attract investors. Startups in particular can benefit from a C corp tax designation, but it’s understandable to have questions about how, exactly, this works. Here’s what you need to know. How the Delaware C Corp Can Help Startups While every […]
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What Is Shareholder Primacy, Exactly? “Shareholder primacy” imposes a duty upon boards of directors to put the interests of their shareholders above all others. Traditionally, management has been seen as an “agent” for the “principals” who are the owners. When the management also acts as an agent for the non-owners who are impacted by the […]
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An incorporation lawyer specifically focuses on the laws surrounding the business of forming and maintaining corporations and LLCs. An incorporation lawyer can help ensure that your company is properly formed and in good legal shape. But not everyone needs to hire a lawyer to help form their company.
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What Is a Public Benefit LLC, Exactly? A public benefit LLC is also known as a Statutory Public Benefit Limited Liability Company. The Statutory Public Benefit Limited Liability Company was first introduced in Delaware in 2018. Public Benefit LLCs are also available in a handful of other states including Maryland, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Utah, and Kansas. […]
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