Securities Act of 1933: Federal law governing the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure requirements for public offerings
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law regulating secondary trading of securities and establishing the SEC, relevant for ongoing compliance requirements
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation that determines corporate tax obligations and structuring considerations
Delaware General Corporation Law: Comprehensive state law framework often used as a model for corporate formation and governance (if incorporating in Delaware)
State Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate formation, operation, and dissolution in the chosen state of incorporation
State Business Corporation Acts: State-level legislation providing detailed requirements for corporate governance and operations
Blue Sky Laws: State securities laws governing the offering and sale of securities within individual states
State Tax Laws: State-specific tax regulations affecting corporate taxation and reporting requirements
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory requirements for securities compliance and corporate reporting
State Secretary of State Requirements: Filing and compliance requirements specified by the state's Secretary of State office
State Department of Corporations Guidelines: Specific guidelines and requirements for corporate formation and maintenance set by state authorities
State Filing Requirements: Procedural requirements for document filing, fees, and maintenance of corporate status
Naming Restrictions: Legal requirements and restrictions regarding corporate name selection and registration
Registered Agent Requirements: Legal requirements for maintaining a registered agent and office in the state of incorporation
Corporate Purpose Requirements: Legal specifications for stating the company's business purpose in formation documents
Capitalization Requirements: Legal requirements regarding initial capitalization, stock structure, and par value
Director/Officer Requirements: Legal requirements for corporate leadership structure, qualifications, and responsibilities
Shareholder Rights: Legal framework governing shareholder voting rights, protections, and obligations
