Q: Business started in England, but now expanding - how do we set it up in New Jersey?
A: Simple answer is that you are required to register your foreign company with the state of New Jersey if your business is transacting business here in New Jersey. Speak to an attorney to get the details specific to your needs.
A: You need to hire an attorney if you want to make sure that you stay out of legal trouble. Corporate formation is much more than simply opening up a corporation.
A: You need to meet with a business law firm that can help provide you not only with the right corporate structure, but also be able to draft the appropriate contracts and other legal documents that you will need and also be able to protect all your intellectual property.
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