Tag: business law

By: Serge Filatov & Jack W. Easterbrook, Esq. An accountancy corporation must have at least one shareholder with an active California CPA/PA license. Generally, each director, shareholder, and officer must hold a valid license to practice public accountancy, but non-licensees may be shareholders or...
By: Serge Filatov & Jack W. Easterbrook, Esq. Your firm’s name must meet the requirements set forth in the California Business and Professions Code [https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=BPC&sectionNum=5060] and California Code of Regulations [https://www.dca.ca.gov/cba/about/regulations.shtml#75.5]....
By: Serge Filatov & Jack W. Easterbrook, Esq. Before practicing or holding out to the public as an accountancy corporation, the corporation must be approved for licensure by the CBA. The application packet, available on the Firm Applicants page, includes a Check Sheet to...

  In business partnerships, disputes can arise from various sources—financial disagreements, divergent goals, or unclear role expectations. When conflicts escalate, it may seem like litigation is the only option. However, litigation can be time-consuming, costly, and often brings unwanted publicity that could harm the...

Whether starting a new company, planning for succession, or managing ownership transfers, a buy-sell agreement is a key legal instrument. Every business owner should understand how the agreement operates, as it is a fundamental component of business law that protects the interests of both...