Navigating a Shareholders Agreement

In the world of closely held corporations, a Shareholders’ Agreement (or Stockholders’ Agreement) is a pivotal document that governs the relationship among the shareholders of the corporation. A shareholders’ agreement may not be proper for every corporation. However, it is highly recommended for small and medium-sized businesses. Understanding the key elements of this agreement is crucial for any shareholder or prospective investor in a corporation. This blog provides a high-level overview of the common provisions found in a shareholders’ agreement.

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Should Your Startup Be an LLC or Corporation?

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Search Google for the best legal entity for your new startup, and you will get different opinions. Startup advisors and CPAs will probably recommend a limited liability company (LLC). That’s because an LLC isn’t subject to double taxation and is easier to set up.

On the other hand, many startup lawyers will recommend the C-Corporation structure (typically a Delaware C-Corp) because corporate law is typically more “stable,” equity (stock) ownership is passive, and the entity is more structured.

How you choose to incorporate your startup business will have massive implications down the road. This blog explores the basic advantages and disadvantages of each option.

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