Finding the right balance between providing incentives to stakeholders while maintaining as much equity in your company as possible can feel as elusive as winning a golden ticket from Willy Wonka. The question becomes, what is an effective way to do so?...
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An Infusion of Capital Can Drive a Company to New Heights- 10 Considerations to Keep in Mind When Navigating the Process
Businesses should seek the capital they need. The task of doing so, however, can sometimes seem daunting if a large raise is necessary, or if you are newer...
Ten Reasons Why the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Strengthens its Home Countries and What Practitioners Should Know About It
By Atty. Nouvelle L. Gonzalo, Esq. Chair, Florida Bar International Law Section Committee (ILS) on US-Canada Cross-Border Deals. Introduction In the United States, Canada and Mexico are more than our northern and southern neighbors. They are our top two trading...
An Infusion of Capital Can Drive a Company to New Heights- 10 Considerations to Keep in Mind When Navigating the Process
By Nouvelle L. Gonzalo, Esq. and Anthony Foscolos, CFO Executive Summary Businesses should seek the capital they need. The task of doing so, however, can sometimes seem daunting if a large raise is necessary, or if you are newer to the process. As such, it is...
Corporate Transparency Act of 2022: What You Need to Know & the New Reporting Requirements for U.S. Registered Companies
U.S based CEOs and those coming from abroad should be aware of new U.S. legislation (31 U.S. Code § 5336 - Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements) that requires companies formed in or registered to business in the United States to report the name and...
USPTO Enforcement Increases as Trademark Fraud from China Rises
Business people and IP lawyers should be aware as new reports from Bloomberg Law reveal the importance of taking great care when filing trademark and patent applications. THREE Key Steps for Counsel: VERIFY APPLICANT USE Complete due diligence on foreign trademark...
Best Practices for Doing Cross Border Due Diligence
When doing any type of deal, it is important to do your due diligence. This is especially important when it comes to international deals. If you will engage in business with another company, see our firm best practices for doing cross border due diligence as follows:...
Navigating Commercial Leases in 2021 and Beyond
By Nouvelle L Gonzalo, Esq. and Brittany George Did you know you can buy an acre of land on the moon for under $30? According to the Lunar Registry, it’s true! Well, even if lunar land is cheap, it is likely that your commercial lease is not. As a U.S. and...
Top 10 Considerations for New Companies
When starting a business, it is imperative to plan for success. The uncertainties that businesses face are ever-changing. However, there are certain considerations that will protect your business from these uncertainties and ensure its growth. 1. Business Planning:...
Can I edit my corporate contracts due to COVID-19?
Yes! We strongly suggest you do. As you are likely well aware, COVID-19 (coronavirus) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID–19 is a new coronavirus that has spread throughout the world. COVID-19...