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I'm in the process of starting an LLC for a company in the Motion Picture and Television industry, specifically Visual Effects. I live in New York, but most of the work will be outsourced to India, and business operations will primarily occur outside New York. I'm considering registering... View More 
answered on May 1, 2025
I prefer Delaware because it offers specific advantages that are particularly attractive for businesses seeking investment or that want to minimize their tax burdens. As a New York attorney for 45 years, I find that New York has an excellent law and a legal system. Still, Delaware is more flexible... View More
As a Green Card holder originally granted refugee status in the USA, am I entitled to protection from the US Embassy while overseas, or would I be considered stateless in such situations?
answered on Apr 13, 2025
Most U.S. Embassies provide services and assistance to green card holders, though I am not certain what you mean by protection. Also if you originally came to the United States as a refugee you should not return to the country of your persecution, or your green card could be revoked if the United... View More
I want to get a divorce after being married for 4 years to a German citizen. We got married in the United States, and she currently lives in Germany while I reside here. We have no children or shared properties, and she has not been in the U.S. for over a year. Since March last year, we have had no... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2025
The asker can file in New York if he has New York residency (not clear how many years are needed because we do not know how long the wife lived in New York if she did at all). The summons and complaint is served via an oversees process service company that will run into some money for translation... View More
I live abroad and I'm interested in wholesaling real estate in Texas. Is it possible for non-U.S. residents to engage in this business? What kind of paperwork or legal requirements should I be aware of? Additionally, there may be situations where I enter into joint ventures (JVs) with other... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2025
Most non-US citizens can buy and sell land and otherwise speculate on the same. However, if you are a Chinese National, or are from a "Terrorist State" country, that type of business is NOT available for you in Texas.
The key is to manage your properties and taxes correctly. Get... View More
I have received a lawsuit against me and my partnership LLC in New Jersey. The lawsuit involves my previous employment with a company registered in New Jersey, while I was physically working in a subsidiary in a foreign country. The accusations are related to damage to business and engaging in a... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2025
A lawyer would need to review the documents before giving you an specific answer, that being said the terms of service here don't allow us anyway to give specific legal advise to your situation. What I will say is if you are in violation of an agreement that you are a party to, the other party... View More
I am wondering if a foreign company, which is not registered in its own state or in Florida, is allowed to engage in rent-to-own leases for equipment trailers in Florida. The company has already conducted several such transactions in Florida. Are there legal requirements or risks involved with not... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2025
Yes. Even though your business is out of state, you may be required to register to do business in Florida as a foreign business entity with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations and/or file tax in Florida. Some common examples of activities that create a business connection... View More
My father was a Bangladeshi citizen by birth but later became a US citizen through naturalization. He passed away in the USA and left behind real estate, land properties, and bank accounts in Bangladesh. He has minor children who are US citizens. There is no will, and legal proceedings have been... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2025
His overseas assets will be distributed according to the law of the country where those assets are located. Therefore, you will need to locate a lawyer in that country and open an estate there to pass ownership to his children, assuming that is who inherits under the laws of Bangladesh.
I have a copyright and patent related to an apnea device in both Europe and the US. I live in Spain and was previously sued in Europe for copyright infringement, where the opposing party demanded a percentage of my sales. We were able to prove that our device is not the same as theirs, and we won... View More
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answered on Mar 12, 2025
You might hope that the doctrine of res judicata would be helpful (https://jusmundi.com/en/document/publication/en-res-judicata). Sadly it is not necessarily recognized or applicable between different countries. Especially where you are dealing with explicitly national rights like patents and... View More
I run a cell phone business and recently had a buyer ask to purchase $500,000 worth of cell phones in cash. The buyer is undocumented and wants the phones shipped to California. Am I allowed to proceed with this transaction, and are there any legal restrictions or reporting requirements I should be... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2025
I have a feeling that somebody wants to replicate what Mossad did to Hamas, but I don't have the answer to your legal question. This is a sufficiently odd transaction, there may not be an answer as it may implicate the laws of other nations and any advice might require knowledge of what and... View More
Candy and Nicotine Patches
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Both candy and nicotine patches will require compliance with U.S. import regulations, which may include obtaining permits from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and making sure that all products meet the relevant FDA standards. Additionally, you may need to comply with state-specific... View More
The divorce paper specifies the property will be dealt with at a later date ( divorces in Arlington Virginia). We never intended to do this however the ex husband is dying ( he currently resides in France) he wishes to use this divorce to give me everything in a settlement which could be added to... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
In this matter, it is also necessary to take into account the location of the property. As a general rule, it is possible to apply to the court for the division of the property of former spouses only within the statute of limitations, which may differ depending on the jurisdiction, but is usually 3... View More
My lawyer is asking me if I want an official English translation of my divorce decree from the “Casa Amarilla” that would include an apostille. He said in order for the decree to be used or recognized in the United States, it must have the apostille. I called a lawyers office here in Washington... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2024
Both the U.S. and Costa Rica are signatories of the 1961 Hague Convention which abolished the requirement that U.S. consular officers authenticate Costa Rican civil documents for use in the United States. The Convention became effective in Costa Rica in 2011.
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I am moving in a few weeks.
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answered on Oct 17, 2024
I would recommend hiring a very competent attorney that you trust to pay taxes and maintain the properties. Do not hire a crook. It may be advisable to hire two people. You will also need someone else such as a relative to check on the properties and report back to you. Estate Planning may... View More
I'm a African American woman
answered on Oct 18, 2024
I do not practice criminal law, but your post came up under "International Law." Don't mess around with this on public forums inquiring about aftermaths. Seek the guidance of a criminal defense attorney without delay. You posted in the beginning of the week and we're now at a... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2024
My colleague is correct. These can be complex settings. Local courts in the country of the incident could be a primary forum. The nation where the corporation is headquartered or does business could also be possible venue, depending on the nation's codes of civil procedure, and if the... View More
I am currently preparing to marry my girlfriend who is au pair(she’s from another country). She arrived in the U.S. in March this year and she will stay here until March next year (along with her j1 visa). We have about 8 months until March next year, and I would like to complete the marriage... View More
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
It's great that you want to marry your girlfriend and start a life together. The marriage process itself won't negatively impact her J-1 au pair program. You can proceed with getting married, but it's important to be mindful of the timing for applying for her green card.
Once... View More
Hello, I want to find out that if an institute has been subpoenaed to provide relevant documents to an attorney representing a client, and the same have been sent to him on email, how can we get these documents certified/notarized/apostilled to be used as legal documents in a foreign country? The... View More
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
To get the documents certified, notarized, or apostilled, you should first print the documents received via email. Once printed, take the documents to a notary public in California. The notary can certify the authenticity of the documents by adding a notarial certificate.
If you need the... View More
Hi, I am from Pakistan. In the field of IT I am working as a freelancer/contractor for many years now and most of my clients/employers are from the US. I signed a work agreement (payment by hourly basis) as Contractor with a US based resource company in November 2021. I have been getting all my... View More
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answered on Jul 20, 2024
It sounds like you’re dealing with a very frustrating situation. It's essential to address this issue promptly to ensure you receive the payments you’re owed. One option is to thoroughly review your contract to understand your rights and any clauses regarding late payments or dispute... View More
So sorry for being so rude , I’m actually Chinese and live in china now. I have taken a remote job on this app called Upwor*Talent since June. I work for a company as their translator.
Oddly, they chose to work via telegram , but not on Upwor*Talent, where I was recruited.I was told that... View More
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answered on Jul 1, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the situation you're in. Based on the details you've provided, this has several hallmarks of a common online job scam. Here are some key points and advice:
1. Red flags of a potential scam:
- Moving communication off the original platform... View More
I applied for a change of status to attend classes this Fall semester. Now I want to visit my home country during winter break. So with the F-1 status if I go back to my home country; I will need a F-1 visa to return to the USA. Can I get the visa with my F-1 status or is it non permissible to... View More
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answered on Jun 26, 2024
Here's an overview of the situation and the key points to consider:
1. Change of status from B-2 to F-1:
You've already changed your status within the US from B-2 (tourist) to F-1 (student). This change of status is valid only within the US.
2. Traveling outside... View More
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