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How to Split Equity in a Startup

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Claire Kalia
The word "equity" spelled out in scrabble letters
Dividing up the equity of your startup is one of the more complicated issues you will confront as an entrepreneur. Many clients have a general sense of what they want—50/50 split, 20/80, etc. However, they need to consider many issues…
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How Much Should You Pay an Advisor?

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Claire Kalia
Two people at working together at a desk with laptops and a notepad
Startups and other small businesses frequently need help tackling novel issues as they grow. As a result, many will hire business advisors to help them with employee management, business planning, and financial projections. They might also need a business advisor…
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How the New Tax Laws May Affect Startups

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Claire Kalia
The recent Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was the first major shakeup of the country’s tax system in about three decades. In addition to bringing change for individuals, the law will also affect small businesses. Below we summarize some of…
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How to Legally Name a Business

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Claire Kalia
Naming a new business is often a difficult decision that many entrepreneurs may spend countless hours struggling with. The choice of a particular business name can significant legal implications and also may affect the overall success of your business. Consequently,…
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Protecting your assets in an LLC

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Claire Kalia
As we have previously discussed on this blog, limited liability companies (LLCs) have many benefits for business owners. We will now examine one of those benefits more in depth—the protection of your personal assets. In a sole proprietorship or partnership,…
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Benefits of LLCs

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Claire Kalia
Small business owners have several choices when they are deciding what type of legal entity is best for their particular business. One legal entity that is particularly popular among entrepreneurs is the limited liability corporation (LLC). The following is a…
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Common “Gotchas” in Commercial Leases

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Claire Kalia
If you operate a business that has a bricks-and-mortar presence, your monthly lease payment is likely among the most significant of your operating expenses. A commercial lease is the document you sign with the owner of the property that allows…
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Claire founded Kalia Law P.C. in 2012 to provide high-quality legal assistance to startups and small business owners. Her extensive experience and commitment to business law can help you achieve your goals of business success.

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