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Why Your LLC Needs to Have an Operating Agreement

Why Your LLC Needs to Have an Operating Agreement
Are you one of those know-it-all types who files for your own limited liability company without the help of an overpriced lawyer? In most cases, the articles of organization filing (the document that forms the LLC) is straightforward and can be completed without a lawyer. However, the most important −and...
June 16th, 2011 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More

Choice of legal entity can impact your biz during wind-down

Choice of legal entity can impact your biz during wind-down
Most small businesses plan extensively for their launch and initial operations. Optimism and ambition are the common traits that motivate most entrepreneurs to take the proverbial plunge. While admirable, this myopic approach does not consider the real prospect of financial adversity in the marketplace....
May 19th, 2011 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More

Does My Startup Company Need a Lawyer?

Does My Startup Company Need a Lawyer?
Many startups don’t yet need to hire a lawyer, or at least their money could be better spent elsewhere. I’m not suggesting you can just ignore legal issues at the beginning. However, with all the resources available online and the strong startup communities out there, I believe smart founders,...
April 12th, 2011 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More

He’s An Independent Contractor, Right? Depends On What You’re Having Him Do

He’s An Independent Contractor, Right? Depends On What You’re Having Him Do
Small business owners often get the pitch from various news outlets, accountants, and even legal counsel that one of the most economical ways to run a business is to classify your workers as independent contractors. It’s true you don’t have to pay employment taxes, unemployment, or workers compensation...
October 19th, 2010 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More

Five Essential Legal Tips for Every Small Business Owner

Five Essential Legal Tips for Every Small Business Owner
In this article, small business owners −and potential entrepreneurs− will learn five straightforward, actionable tips for building a legal foundation that will support your business as it grows, make your business stronger, and protect your company’s bottom line. 1. Completely separate your business...
August 2nd, 2010 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More