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answered on Dec 12, 2017
Partnerships can be formal, or implied. Under your scenario, I think partnership is implied. Set up a corporation and do a shareholder agreement to express what your issue is.
This is for a newly starting business
answered on Dec 3, 2017
LLC is a pass through entity and has members, all matters generally determined per an agreement between the members. A corporation is a separate entity from its founders and it has shareholders that makes joining and leaving the company generally easier. The decision should be more based on your... View More 
they blocked me apparently. what are my chances of taking it over and actually using it for my music?
answered on Dec 2, 2017
You can usually almost always use your name if it is your own name.
How can a General Partnership be dissolved in NYS with an rogue member? What can be done?
answered on Nov 28, 2017
File a final tax return with zero income. Mark it as final. Do a NYS return as well. That is it.
I am starting an online business that deals with delivering custom handmade products to people. Customers may come from any county of new york or any state for that matter. Regarding the certificate of assumed name form for new york state, Would I have to check off that I am doing business in all... View More
If my registered agent service allows it (based on their website), can I list their address as my principal place of business in state documents of my llc?
the company was granted equity shares in a startup business, to be vested over a 4 year period. I understand that the UK does not require these to be declared until they are sold, but does my personal residency in the US require any declaration of this equity holding in the US? Or since the equity... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2017
This is a tax question, not a legal one. If you file American tax returns, and there is income, it is supposed to be disclosed on the form. If the stock has no income, there is no declaration. I believe immigration paperwork, if you are looking for citizenship, also requires disclosure.
The S corporation has had 0 dollars in or out. It is a brand new company. We are trying to do this without involving an attorney. Also how do I go about making him an officer and what paperwork when I need for that?
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answered on Oct 24, 2017
You asked another question on this forum, you want a stock purchase agreement.
I established a NYS S Corp in 2005, but never did business, nor did I dissolve it properly. In 2011, the state dissolved it by proclamation, and continues to send periodic bills (in the name of the old corporation) for unpaid filing fees plus penalties and interest to a different address than... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2017
You do not owe this money. They will not come after a new corporation.
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answered on Sep 18, 2017
There is quite a bit that you need to know, your question is also very general and therefore difficult to address meaningfully. I would be happy to consult with you if you want to reach out to me via private email and schedule a time.
I am launching an electronics repair store in a new state. They use the name iFix. Mine is iFix (With two other words). Would this be infringing?
answered on Sep 13, 2017
The answer turns on confusion in the marketplace. If the Secretary of State lets you do business under that name, it is probably fine as a matter of trademark.
answered on Sep 1, 2017
If the organization fails to fulfill their promised obligation, you may send them a demand letter and/or bring a claim for breach of contract.
Does nonprofit=NGO?
answered on Aug 29, 2017
No. Typically NGO connotes non-governmental organization, such as the UN. Whereas Non-profits are typically abbreviated as 501(c)(3) and in other manners.
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The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is keeping my passport and that is the only primary ID I had. Plus, I do not have a social security number or ITIN number either. Is there any way that I can register my company in NYC with NYC ID but without SSN/ITIN number? It could be a third party... View More
answered on Aug 14, 2017
You can register a corporation without any TIN. To get a tax ID number, a third party with an SSN can request it, but the IRS will treat that person as a responsible party.
answered on Aug 8, 2017
The answer will depend on what you are doing, and tax considerations. While it can be for anything, the LLP structure tends to be for professional type businesses, like law firms.
answered on Jul 19, 2017
With the internet essentially anyone can open "branches" anywhere. It depends on what you mean by a branch.
I think you are asking more of an immigration or temporary work visa question regarding who "might possibly" be permitted to travel to a new physical location in... View More
I would like to open my own repair garage or possibly another kind of business. Do I need degrees for them
answered on Jul 10, 2017
It depends on the business. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2017
It depends on the business. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More
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answered on Jul 5, 2017
Yes, but you'll need the articles of organization, the FEIN #, and a board resolution indicating that you are authorized.
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