When forming a company, how many shares should be issued, and at what price?
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There's no magical number, but if you are forming a company with a single shareholder then one class of shares with 100 shares issued at 1 cent each (= $1) is fine. A...
July 27, 2017
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Overview of Articles of Incorporation
Overview of Articles of Incorporation
What is this document?
Articles of Incorporation are the basic ‘constitution’ of a (business) corporation.
When would I use this ...
March 30, 2017
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Blog Bite: Is there a less costly way to incorporate a company in Luxembourg?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com states that it is now possible to incorporate a company with equity and with reduced costs and fees via an alternative structure to the ordinary Li...
February 20, 2017
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Blog Bite: How do I incorporate in Nigeria?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the procedure, documents and eligibility requirements to incorporate a company in Nigeria. The Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) is...
February 17, 2017
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Blog Bite: How can a business incorporate in India?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com highlights key changes to the rules for the incorporation of a company in India. Namely, the new rules simplify forms which must be submitted and a...
February 6, 2017
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Blog Bite: What are the benefits of incorporating in Panama?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com highlights the benefits and advantages of incorporating in Panama, including tax benefits, less strict meeting requirements, and the free movement ...
November 4, 2016
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Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 4 of 8: What to consider when selecting Directors for my business?
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 4 of 8:
What to consider when selecting Directors for my business?
Introduction-
Firstly, this post will outline exactly what a Director is ...
October 27, 2016
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 3 of 8: Selecting and Protecting Your Corporation’s Name
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 3 of 8:
Selecting and Protecting Your Corporation’s Name
Introduction-
Choosing a business’ name is an extremely important decision that...
October 27, 2016
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 2 of 8: Which Articles of Incorporation Should My Company Use?
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 2 of 8:
Which Articles of Incorporation Should My Company Use?
Introduction-
Upon considering whether one wants to incorporate their busine...
October 27, 2016
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 1 of 8: Introduction to Incorporation
Canadian Articles of Incorporation – Part 1 of 8:
Introduction to Incorporation
Introduction-
Incorporating a business can be one of the most important decisions any entrepreneur mak...
October 27, 2016
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Blog Bite: Why entrepreneurs are structuring operations using both a Canada-based corporation and a Delaware-based corporation?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explores the benefits to Canadian entrepreneurs of using both Canadian and American based corporations. The author explains that Canadian entrepren...
June 1, 2016
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Blog Bite: Can corporations establish the venue for litigation based on their registered business address?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the decision-making of the location of the registered office (and books and records) as a strategy to choose the venue for litigation. ...
February 22, 2016
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Tips and Tricks: How to Compensate a New Team Member in Equity
Start-up companies often struggle with the valuation calculation, and how to determine the number of shares to issue to a new team member.
A good place to start when thinking about this a...
December 27, 2015
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Blog Bite: What are the benefits and requirements to incorporating in Gambia?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com outlines the requirements of incorporating in Gambia and its desirable characteristics. The articles states that Gambia offshore can be used for ho...
March 5, 2015
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Registration of Your Business Outside of Your Legal Jurisdiction
To do business outside of the jurisdiction that a corporation is registered in, your corporation may need to apply for a licence for your corporation to be formed in that jurisdiction.
When a corpor...
December 15, 2014
Posted by: Rajah Lehal
Blog Bite: Features, benefits, and incorporation requirements for establishing a business in Switzerland
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explains the benefits of incorporating in Switzerland. The article also discusses the essential requirements to incorporating a company in this jur...
November 4, 2014
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Blog Bite: How should a foreign company establish a presence in Brazil?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the method in which a foreign company may establish itself in Brazil, either through a branch or subsidiary. The article suggests that es...
August 1, 2014
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Blog Bite: What constitutes a company in Ireland?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com describes the features of a corporation in Ireland, notably that the company must have a real and substantive presence in Ireland and not merely a ...
July 8, 2014
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Blog Bite: What are the requirements for incorporation in Panama?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com illustrates the requirement of a corporation in Panama. It states that the company name must end in Corp, Inc, or Ltd, it can be owned by only one ...
June 26, 2014
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Blog Bite: What are the requirements for the incorporation of Hong Kong private limited companies?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com documents various requirements for the incorporation of Hong Kong private limited companies. For instance, the author notes the number of directors...
June 26, 2014
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Blog Bite: What kinds of corporate vehicles are available in Russia?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com describes the various corporate vehicles available in Russia, including a Russian joint stock company, a Russian limited liability company and a no...
April 28, 2014
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Blog Bite: When does an non-profit have to inform tax authorities about changes to its mission in articles of incorporation and by-laws?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com seeks to answer the question of when does the tax authority need to be notified when an non-profit changes their mission. The article is written by...
February 25, 2014
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Blog Bite: Liability of directors, officers, who should be protected by the company’s indemnification clause?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com illustrates why indemnification clauses should not be considered boilerplate, and why they should be reviewed frequently. The author explains that ...
December 11, 2013
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Blog Bite: What are the relevant provincial laws to consider when incorporating in British Columbia?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides an extensive guide on both incorporating a business in the province of British Columbia, as well as the laws governing business regulatio...
December 4, 2013
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Blog Bite: What common bylaw-related pitfalls should non-profit organizations be aware of, and how can they be avoided?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com informs the directors, officers, and other staff of non-profit organizations of the fifteen most common pitfalls with respect to their corporate by...
October 15, 2013
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