Starting a limited liability company (LLC) can be a great way to pursue your dream of setting up a business. This option offers benefits, but the most notable one is shielding your personal assets from your company’s liabilities. But here is the cold, hard truth: your...
Business Formation & Planning
What to include in a business partnership agreement
Starting a business alone can be hard. Many entrepreneurs manage to find success by finding partners to help them build their dream -- and drafting a solid partnership agreement is essential. Partnership agreements allow all parties involved to share the...
Choosing between a C corporation and S corporation for businesses
When launching or restructuring a business, selecting the right corporate entity can shape everything from tax obligations to growth potential. Two popular options, C corporations and S corporations, offer distinct advantages and limitations. Understanding how they...
How to mitigate risk when starting a new business
Creating a new business can be exciting, but it can also be stressful, especially considering that a number of businesses end up failing just a few years after their creation. But the good news is that there are steps you can take to mitigate the risks associated with...
Know the law and risks with loans involving a limited partner
Running a business can be difficult in New York, especially as a start-up. It can seem like an overwhelming maze of laws, regulations and concerns when trying to get financing, garner a foothold, advertise, attract customers and, hopefully, become a success. When...
Forming a partnership in New York
Business formation and planning in New York can be complicated, no matter which type of structure you choose. That said, some types are more complicated than others. It can be extraordinarily complicated to start a corporation. These business entities provide great...
How do I craft business organization documents?
Starting a business in New York requires careful planning and the preparation of key legal documents. Depending on the type of entity you are forming, whether it is a limited liability company, limited partnership, corporation, etc., there are different rules for how...
Does your LLC need an operating agreement?
It may have taken some time to assess your business needs and goals; however, you finally arrived at the conclusion that your best business structure is a Limited Liability Company, or LLC. When compared to major corporations, your LLC may appear small and simple, but...
Preparing for a business divorce
When you’re starting a business, you don’t want to think about how it will end. Nevertheless, it is an essential consideration when creating a business. The future brings many unknowns, making it vital to consider the need to dissolve the business or transfer the...
What does the term “closely held business” mean?
Excitement is definitely warranted when you are thinking about starting a business in New York. Entrepreneurs with good ideas and the ability to work hard toward their goals may be uniquely suited to gain success. But, you have to start somewhere. The legal process of...
