Federal Securities Act 1933: Primary federal legislation governing the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure requirements for public offerings
Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing secondary trading of securities and establishing the SEC, crucial for public company requirements
Delaware General Corporation Law: Comprehensive state legislation governing corporate formation and operations in Delaware, often used as a model for corporate structuring
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation affecting corporate structure, tax obligations, and reporting requirements
State Corporation Laws: State-specific legislation governing corporate formation, operations, and maintenance requirements within each state
Blue Sky Laws: State-level securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities
State Business and Professions Code: State-specific regulations governing business operations and professional conduct
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory framework implementing securities laws and providing detailed compliance requirements
State Secretary of State Requirements: State-specific filing and compliance requirements for corporate formation and maintenance
IRS Corporate Requirements: Federal tax regulations specific to corporate entities, including filing and reporting obligations
Corporate Name Regulations: State and federal rules governing the selection and registration of corporate names
Registered Office Requirements: Legal requirements for maintaining a registered office and agent in the state of incorporation
Corporate Purpose Provisions: Legal framework governing the stated purpose and permitted activities of the corporation
Share Capital Structure Rules: Regulations governing the organization and issuance of corporate shares and capital structure
Director and Officer Liability Laws: Legal framework defining the responsibilities, duties, and potential liabilities of corporate directors and officers
