Corporate & Tax

From Negligence to Intent? The Future of Rule 206(4)-8 Enforcement

08/21/2025

By: Braeden Anderson Recent leadership changes at the Securities and Exchange Commission may signal a recalibration of how Advisers Act Rule 206(4)-8 is enforced. With Chairman Paul Atkins back at the …

When Does My Company Need to Qualify to do Business in Multiple States?

08/18/2025

By: Rohan Vakil As your business grows, your company may begin operating in states other than the original state of organization or incorporation, such as hiring employees in another state, signing …

When and Why Are Non-Disclosure Agreements Important?

08/18/2025

By: Zane Fernandez In the business world, a company’s proprietary information is one of its most valuable assets. For instance, a company’s product concept, financial data, client list, or development strategy …

Digital Asset Market Structure Reform and State Securities Regulator Response – August 2025

08/14/2025

The regulatory landscape for crypto asset markets is evolving at a pace that is testing the adaptability of market participants, lawmakers, and regulators alike. In recent months, legislative proposals, executive …

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 …