BUSINESS FORMATION

Forming a new business can be tricky and riddled with traps. There is the inevitable debate between the formation of a C-corp, an S-Corp, an LLC and all the assorted variations of these corporate structures. With the formation of a corporation comes the inevitable tax responsibilities, the state's tax and unemployment tax responsibilities, and a number of additional financial considerations. Picking the proper corporate structure can have a huge impact on all of a companies financial responsibilities. With these responsibilities however comes the advantage of legal protection, tax benefits and the ability to take advantage of many state and federal resources not enjoyed by individuals.

Whether you are a sole proprietor looking to incorporate, a small company looking to change its corporate structure, or an established business with questions, Matthew R. Halpin & Associates can put you on the right path.

Corporate Formation
Preparation of Corporate Formation Documents (Corp., LLC., etc...)
Filing of Corporate Documents
Preparation of Annual Filings
Preparation of Stock Certificates
Preparation of Annual Minutes
Preparation of Articles of Incorporation
Incorporation/Registration of Corporation in Other States
Preparation of Assumed Name Certificates
Filing of Assumed Name Certificates

Partnership Agreements & Corporate Bylaws
Preparation of Partnership Agreements
Preparation of Corporate Bylaws
Preparation of Joint Operating Agreements

Miscellaneous Agreements & Contracts
Preparation of Noncompete Agreements
Preparation of Confidentiality/Nondisclosure Agreements
Preparation of Employment Agreements
Preparation of Consulting Agreements
Preparation of Contracts, Leases, etc...
Preparation/Review of Vendor Customer Agreements

Liability Issues
Preparation of Arbitration Agreements
Preparation of Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability Statements
Opinion Letters on Legality of Enterprise
Primer on Internet Law
Analysis of Insurance and Insurance Needs
Insurance Referrals

Licensing
Preparation of Licensing Agreements
Review of Licensing Agreements

Trademark & Copyright
Trademark Research
Copyrighting of Material
Trademarking of Logos, Symbols & Doodads

IRS & Tax Election
S/C Corp Election
Preparation of IRS Registration
Preparation of Employee Identification Number Applications

Business Plans
Assistance with Preparation of Business Plans and Company Profiles
Review of Business Plan and Comment

Finance & Funding
Assistance with Funding Proposals
Review of Finance Agreements
Introductions to Funding Sources, Angels and Venture Capital Sources
Funding Referrals

Doing Business on the Net
Preparation/Review of Sale Contracts
Merchant Accounts
Preparation/Review of Sales Procedures

International Law Issues
Preparation of International Law Agreements
Review of Applicable International Law and Consultation
Availability of Insurance
International Liability Issues
Registration, Copyright, Trademarking in Foreign Lands

Matthew R. Halpin & Associates, P.C. urges you to give us a call or send us an email (mhalpin@halpinlaw.com) with any questions, comments or general inquiries you may have.