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Choosing a state of formation for doing business in the U.S. We work with many international companies and entrepreneurs doing business in the United States. For anyone entering the U.S. market, choosing a state of formation is a threshold decision— one that carries significant legal and tax implications. And while a handful of states are
Spain Legal Fees, Court Costs, and Litigation Budgets: A 2026 Guide for Foreign Companies Foreign companies entering Spain usually ask first what a Spanish lawyer charges. That is the wrong starting point. The better question is what the matter will cost from start to finish. A Spain-related project can involve attorney fees, notary and Commercial
Attorney-Client Privilege in M&A: How Brokers and Other Advisors Can Create Serious Risk Today let’s talk about the attorney-client privilege, how important that safeguard is in M&A transactions, and how not to mess it up. Specifically, let’s discuss this scintillating topic in the context of working with brokers and other non-legal advisors over the course
Choosing the Right U.S. Business Entity: LLC vs Corporation vs “I’ll Fix It Later” You have a strong business idea and you are ready to launch. One of the first, and most consequential, decisions you will make is which entity structure will support that business. Your entity choice shapes everything that follows: capital access, control,
Trade Secrets and How Your Business Can Protect Its Most Valuable Information In today’s AI driven economy, trade secrets often represent a company’s core competitive advantage. Yet many businesses spend far more time and money protecting trademarks and patents than safeguarding the confidential information that actually drives revenue. Two recent federal disputes show how quickly
How Mid-Market Companies Cut Legal Costs 40% Without Losing Global Reach Specialized expertise, agile teams, and innovative fees are reshaping international legal services. Global businesses are asking a hard question: does Big Law (with its $2,000+ hourly rates) still deliver value in cross-border deals? Increasingly, the answer is no. Companies are finding that boutique international
Hiring Abroad: Employment Law Traps You Can Avoid Read This First This post is meant to do two things: highlight that employment law outside the United States is complicated and very different from what you may be used to, and convince you that you need to localize your employment practices before you hire It is
New Delaware Requirements for LLCs, Corporations & Partnerships Delaware has long been the premier jurisdiction for U.S. business incorporation. It is known for its robust legal framework and favorable court system. But with the 2025 updates to Delaware corporate law, businesses that are incorporated in Delaware—or maintain a Delaware entity registration—must adapt to a number
The Bank Account Switch Scam: What to Do Before and After It Happens to You The bank account switch scam is one of the fastest-growing and most damaging forms of wire fraud and business email compromise (BEC) facing businesses today. This payment fraud scheme typically involves a supplier—or someone impersonating your supplier—requesting that payments be
Florida’s CHOICE Act Poised to Expand Noncompete Enforcement On April 24, 2025, the Florida Legislature approved the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth Act, which now awaits the Governor’s signature. In a striking departure from the national trend toward limiting restrictive covenants, the CHOICE Act positions the Sunshine State as the most
