501(c)(4) social welfare organizations, like charities, are generally required to register for charitable solicitation in their home state and when soliciting across state lines. It addresses common misconceptions and provides an overview of state-specific registration requirements and exemptions.
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This article identifies eleven common errors in UCC financing statements, such as incorrect debtor names and improper form usage, and offers guidance on avoiding them to ensure effective filings.
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There’s not much uniformity among states regarding charitable registration and renewal audit requirements – and the rules are often subject to change.
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Effective January 1, 2019, California allows for administrative dissolution/cancellation of corporations and LLCs, the use of blockchain technology for share ledgers and recourse when personal identifying information (PII) is used illegally on business entity filings.
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Singapore’s accession to the HCCH 1961 Apostille Convention (eliminating the need for legalization of foreign public documents) took effect on September 16, 2021.
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In this article, we explore the definition of “fixtures” under Article 9 of the UCC, the significance of securing interests in fixtures, the various filing options and key considerations when filing and how priority is determined for fixture filings and best practices for maintaining them.
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On December 22, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed S.995B/A.3484, the LLC Transparency Act, into law. The Act was amended on March 1, 2024 and takes effect on January 1, 2026.
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This article focuses on routine governance during the lifecycle of a company and the importance of utilizing an effective entity management system.
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In Part 3 of our blog series, we take a look at the numerous post-closing tasks that need to be addressed following a merger or acquisition.
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In Part 2 of our series on preparing for an M&A transaction, we will review practical tips to consider when you are conducting your public records due diligence and coordinating your state filings. Not all state requirements are the same when it comes time to prepare for your closing.
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