Corporate & Tax

SEC Approves In-Kind Creations and Redemptions for Bitcoin and Ether ETPs

08/01/2025

On July 29, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission issued Release No. 34-103571, granting accelerated approval to a suite of proposed rule changes submitted by The Nasdaq Stock Market …

CLIENT ALERT: KEY TAX CHANGES FROM THE ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT

07/14/2025

By Aaron Kriss On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “OBBBA”), which has introduced major changes to the U.S. Internal Revenue Code (the “IRC”). Many …

Changes to the Taxability of Overtime and Tips Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

07/14/2025

By Jennifer Henricks The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “Act”), signed into law on July 4, 2025, established a new deduction regime on overtime pay and tips that has garnered significant attention. Workers can now deduct up to …

NVCA FORMS: What Are They and Why Should You Care?

07/08/2025

The Nation Venture Capital Association, an organization comprised of members representing both the interests of startups and venture capital firms (NVCA), first developed the suite of agreements commonly referred to …

How to Find Venture Capital for Early-Stage Scaling Companies

02/12/2025

By John F. Cohan Introduction to Venture Capital Securing venture capital is a pivotal step for early-stage scaling companies aiming to expand. Venture capitalists (VCs) provide essential funding in exchange for equity …

How to Find Angel Investors for Early-Stage Scaling Companies

01/06/2025

By John F. Cohan Introduction to Angel Investors Securing funding is a pivotal step for early-stage scaling companies aiming to expand their operations. Angel investors can be a valuable source of funds, …

Corporate Transparency Act: Nationwide Injunction In Effect Again; All Filing Deadlines Suspended

12/30/2024

By Peter Moldave and Zane Fernandez In a continuing series of judicial actions, on December 26, 2024, a merits panel of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order (the …

Foundational Financing Puzzle Pieces

09/17/2024

I often have conversations about financing with passionate entrepreneurs.  The advice I give is that before approaching financing sources, it’s critically important to make sure that the company’s “foundational puzzle …

Update to California Law Outlawing Noncompetes

08/28/2024

For companies with employees in California, it has long been accepted practice that noncompeteprovisions in employment agreements are unenforceable. California courts have ruled that suchprovisions are invalid under California’s general …

What Entrepreneurs Should Expect in Equity Financing Term Sheets: Financial Terms

08/21/2024

Equity financing is a pivotal stage for startups seeking to scale operations and gain market traction. Understanding the terms that venture capital investor will request in connection with an equity …

The Operating Agreement: Protecting Your New Business

05/23/2024

By Michael Brier Limited liability companies have become an increasingly common form of business organization, primarily because of ease of management. They are also easy to form: most states do not …

Securing Your Business From Cyber Threats

05/14/2024

In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and ever-evolving cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data, and responding effectively to cyberattacks have become critical priorities for businesses of all sizes. Gesmer …

Hiring An Attorney For Your Corporation

05/08/2024

By Peter Moldave For founders embarking on their new journey, navigating the legal landscape can be a daunting task. Having the right legal counsel can make a significant difference in the …

Privacy Assessments

02/14/2024

By Dallas Mosier Why Conduct a Privacy Assessment? In today’s digital age, where personal data (also called personally identifiable information, is generally any information that relates to an identified or identifiable living …

Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions

01/29/2024

By John Cohan and Zane Fernandez Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly important tool for businesses in recent years. In fact, a 2023 OnePoll study notes that 64% of U.S. …