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WHAT IS A BUY-SELL AGREEMENT?
A buy-sell agreement can be in its own written agreement or can be a provision in a limited liability company operating agreement or a corporate shareholder agreement. A buy-sell agreement sets forth procedures for the purchase of the ownership interest of an...
Do I need a new Business Tax ID (EIN)?
What is an EIN? An EIN, or Employer Identification Number, is a federal tax identification number made up of unique nine-digit numbers that the Internal Revenue Service uses to identify and track the activities of a business. Think of it like a social security number...
Governing Documents for a Florida Corporation 101
Florida is a haven for entrepreneurs and small business owners eager to start new ventures. When a business owner chooses to form a Florida Corporation, it is important to know the governing documents that are required under Florida law. Below is a primer on the...
Online Terms and Conditions and Arbitration Policies – The “Gray Zone”
“I understand and agree to the Terms & Conditions, which include mandatory arbitration” – We’ve all seen this language. In-house counsel routinely use this language. But is it enforceable? According to a recent Ninth Circuit opinion, it depends…...
Florida Business Entity Formation Basics
Florida Business Formation Basics By Josh Roberts josh@joshrobertslaw.com I was recently featured as a guest on the “How to Business” vlog hosted by Frederick Weiss where we discussed “How to Legally Start a Business.” In addition to the video (which can be...
US, EU Agree “In Principle” to New Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Agreement
Local clients doing business in the EU have had a difficult time addressing privacy as of late, but that is [allegedly] all about to change. On Friday, March 25, 2022 the US and EU announced they have reached a new trans-Atlantic data flow agreement. Such...
Roberts Law, PLLC welcomes Josh Roberts to the Team
Roberts Law, PLLC is pleased to announce that Joshua Roberts, Esq. has joined the firm. Josh is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) and business attorney with a background in technology transactions and business litigation. The addition of Josh...
What to Know about Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the most common type of bankruptcy filing, is a liquidation for a person or business. The petition (bankruptcy) filing asks the bankruptcy court to grant the debtor (person filing the bankruptcy) a discharge. The discharge is a...
Kelly Roberts Receives Martindale-Hubbell’s Rating of AV Preeminent
Attorney Kelly Roberts received the preeminent AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for 2020 and 2021 and is recognized for her high ethical standards and professional ability.
Sole Member LLC Protection in Florida
A Florida limited liability company with only one member, or owner, is called a sole member liability company ("sole member LLC"). Before moving forward with the formation of a sole member, it is crucial to understand how the liability protections in...
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