Effective January 1, 2019, California allows for administrative dissolution/cancellation of corporations and LLCs, the use of blockchain technology for share ledgers and recourse when personal identifying information (PII) is used illegally on business entity filings.
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Singapore’s accession to the HCCH 1961 Apostille Convention (eliminating the need for legalization of foreign public documents) took effect on September 16, 2021.
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In this article, we explore the definition of “fixtures” under Article 9 of the UCC, the significance of securing interests in fixtures, the various filing options and key considerations when filing and how priority is determined for fixture filings and best practices for maintaining them.
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On December 22, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed S.995B/A.3484, the LLC Transparency Act, into law. The Act was amended on March 1, 2024 and takes effect on January 1, 2026.
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This article focuses on routine governance during the lifecycle of a company and the importance of utilizing an effective entity management system.
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In Part 3 of our blog series, we take a look at the numerous post-closing tasks that need to be addressed following a merger or acquisition.
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In Part 2 of our series on preparing for an M&A transaction, we will review practical tips to consider when you are conducting your public records due diligence and coordinating your state filings. Not all state requirements are the same when it comes time to prepare for your closing.
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In this first article of our 3-part series, we will look at a general overview of considerations as you organize your closing checklist in the preliminary due diligence phase, when the parties to the deal have just agreed to the general terms of the M&A deal.
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Learn why post-merger cleanup is essential for maintaining accurate public records and legal compliance and explore best practices for managing this process effectively.
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In the world of public record due diligence, judgments vs. judgment liens are often misunderstood. See how ambiguity between the terms “judgment” and “judgment lien” can impact your due diligence searches.
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