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10.04.2024
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10.22.2024
Speaking Engagements & Seminars
The Challenges of Professionalism -- 2024 and Beyond
Partner Andrew J. Cevasco will serve as moderator for the Bergen County Bar Association's Annual Professionalism Seminar, this year titled "The Challenges of Professionalism -- 2024 and Beyond." Topics will include: persistent problems with remote appearances, a review of AI and its ethical implications, and a discussion on professionalism and electronic communications focusing on courtesy, camaraderie, and mental health. Presented by the Committee on Professionalism in the Law, the panel will include members of the Professionalism in the Law Committee, as well as:
10.15.2024
Speaking Engagements & Seminars
Navigating Ownership Disputes and Litigation
Michael S. Horn and Rafael A. Llano will be presenters at the 2024 National Association of Dealer Counsel (NADC). Owners, partnerships, shareholders and LLC members in the automotive dealership industry run significant risks if there are disputes between the owners of a dealership. For instance, manufacturers and lenders may view such a lawsuit as a default or reason for termination. In their session, "Navigating Ownership Disputes and Litigation," Michael and Rafael will address practical considerations in the resolution of disputes and potential collateral consequences. Topics to be covered include:
10.04.2024
Client Advisories
Forming a Business Entity: New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania or Texas vs. Delaware
Clients often ask whether they should form their business entity in Delaware. Delaware is an ideal jurisdiction for public companies and private companies with venture capital and private equity investors. However, Delaware may not be ideal for a local business operating in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or Texas. For example, if a business is formed in Delaware, but will be operated in another state, the business will have to file papers and pay initial and likely annual fees in two states. For many clients, forming a business in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania or Texas is perfectly acceptable. This paper describes some of the advantages and disadvantages of forming a business entity in Delaware, and then outlines the initial and annual costs involved in forming a corporation or limited liability company in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Delaware.There are some advantages of being a Delaware company, but they are probably not important to most small businesses operating in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or Texas. The advantages are: