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What are the benefits associated with mergers and acquisitions?
When it comes to a company deciding to expand either domestically or internationally, many elect to either merge with or acquire new companies in order to give themselves a competitive advantage in the market. Companies who merge with or acquire other ones often do so...
The benefits of setting up an S versus a C corporation
Once you become committed to setting up a business, choosing between the many different incorporation options can be difficult to do. A standard C corporation and an S corporation each carry with them different advantages and disadvantages. When it comes to ownership...
What are a company’s bylaws and what should they include?
One of the first steps you should take after you form your corporation is to draft its bylaws. They serve the purpose of spelling out both the procedures and standards the corporation intends to uphold during its time in existence. It also dictates what activities the...
Why should I take out liability insurance for my Utah company?
Companies that have no more than 500 employees are considered to be a small business in the eyes of the Utah government officials. Interestingly, according to the Utah Small Business Association, 97 percent of all employers in the state are considered small business...
What are some of the benefits of forming as an S corporation?
Although setting up a business as a limited liability company (LLC) has long been a preferred option of many small business owners, an S corporation has also been quite popular. An S corporation provides many of the same legal protections that LLCs offer with many...
Setting up a joint venture via either agreement or incorporation
If you've come up with a business idea but feel that another company would be better suited to manufacture, market or distribute it, then you may decide that pursuing a joint venture is best. This type of business structure is often used by two companies who wish to...
How to correctly dissolve your corporation in Utah
Winding down your business or shutting up shop is a bit more involved that simply taking down your website or putting a closed sign on the door. While the jurisdiction you live in and your business' incorporation will both greatly impact what steps you should take,...
What’s the role of corporate bylaws and what should they include?
If you've gone into business with others, then most likely you've heard the term "bylaws" thrown around. The term refers to the set of rules that a board of directors sets that a business entity must abide by when incorporating itself. Bylaws are often written by a...
The benefits of hiring in-house counsel to support your business
As your business starts to grow, you may find it prudent to hire an in-house legal team. They can be utilized to help you address a number of issues that may arise as your company scales including handling personnel disputes, addressing financial and tax concerns,...