Merging two LLCs in New York requires member approval, a signed merger agreement, and a Certificate of Merger filed with the New York Department of State, and the surviving entity…
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Family businesses fail not because of bad intentions but because of missing legal structure, like no formal agreements, unclear roles, and no succession plan. The biggest pitfalls are avoidable with…
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As of March 2025, most U.S.-formed startups, including New York LLCs and corporations, are no longer required to report beneficial ownership information under the Corporate Transparency Act. Whether you're exempt…
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Buying an existing small business in New York requires clear goals, thorough due diligence, the right sale structure, and a solid Purchase and Sale Agreement before you ever close. Financial…
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A Delaware C corporation is the standard legal structure required by venture capitalists and serious investors because Delaware law allows multiple classes of stock, favorable tax treatment, and predictable corporate…
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A few years ago, a client came to my office to notarize something. He thanked me and asked, “What can I do for you?” Since he was a business owner,…
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You’ve done it! You’ve finally thought of your million-dollar idea. You’ve created the prototype for your product, the Kangaroo Pouch for People. It’s like a fanny pack, but bigger. You’re…
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Running a family business in New York can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its own unique stressors. You and your family members have likely poured your hearts…
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If you’ve recently formed a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in New York, you may have already learned that the state’s rules are a little different. One of the biggest surprises…
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Every family business eventually reaches a turning point. A founder may be ready to retire, siblings may disagree about the company’s future, or the family may simply decide it’s time…
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