Williams Mullen offers 12 services for French and other International Companies starting up operations in the United States at a maximum fixed price or "forfait": incorporation, visa, trademarks, contracts, lease review, and more.
enorman@williamsmullen.com
Eugene Feola is a corporate counsel with over 40 years of legal and business experience at Burger King Corporation and Brooks Brothers Group Inc. He has expertise in litigation management, real estate transactions including lease negotiations, franchising, licensing, and trademarks. Feola holds leadership positions overseeing legal departments and has a proven track record of managing complex transactions and reducing legal fees to support business objectives.
Miscellaneous legal terms domestic and foregin copybearister2746
This document provides an overview of various legal business structures and terms used domestically and internationally. It discusses corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and other structures under U.S. law as well as civil law systems in countries like France and Germany. Key points covered include how corporations provide liability protection for shareholders, the different types of corporations, and similarities and differences in business structures and taxation between the U.S. and civil law countries.
This document provides an executive summary and details on the management of Permapave, including brief biographies of the CEO, COO, CFO, Treasurer, Senior VP of Sales and Marketing, and Secretary. The officers have extensive experience in real estate, construction, manufacturing, and law. The CEO founded a full service real estate company that managed over $1 billion in commercial properties. The COO has a background in information technology and sales. The CFO has experience managing finances for large real estate portfolios.
Achieving the next level of corporate growth - navigating “no man’s land”Expert Webcast
DESCRIPTION:
No Man’s Land is a term that describes the transition period for a growth company. Successful entrepreneurs that start and lead growth companies experience this period that can threaten their very survival.
For an entrepreneur to successfully transition his or her company four key areas must be a clear focus. We describe these actions as the 4 M’s and they will be addressed:
Marketing – maintaining important customer relationships
Management – objective review
Model - maintaining margins
Money – adequate capitalization
Other key areas of focus are corporate structure and compliance. Guidance from a seasoned corporate and transactional counsel is invaluable with respect to corporate matters, growth, capital raising and any transactional matters.
Non-competition and Non-solicitation ProvisionsKevin Learned
In this seminar we analyzed non-competition and non-solicitation provisions in the contexts of M&A transactions, employee/consultant relationships and subcontracting agreements. We addressed issues that arise in the drafting and negotiation of these provisions, as well as issues related to enforcement and litigation, with a particular emphasis on issues impacting federal service contractors who operate in the DC/MD/VA region.
Qualified Opportunity Zones rules seek to encourage investment and stimulate economic growth in certain distressed communities by providing various federal income tax benefits to taxpayers who invest in businesses that operate within these zones. Discussion will include tax incentives and key outstanding regulatory issues in Qualified Opportunity Zones as well as transactions for companies, funds and investors, including real estate deals and sales of closely held businesses.
• Intent of the 2017 legislation on Qualified Opportunity Zones
• Types of qualified opportunity funds
• Tax and business considerations in choosing a fund
• Tax benefits of investing in a qualified opportunity fund
• Capital gains that qualify
• Tax deferral or something more?
• Prescribed holding periods
• Taxpayer qualifications
• Investments required to realize tax benefits
• Investing in a sponsored fund to realize the tax benefits
• Forming a new fund
• Opportunity to defer gains for selling business owners
• Opportunity zones compared to a like-kind exchange for real estate investors
• A qualified fund in the case of a partnership dissolution
• Estate planning opportunities
• Opportunity Zones deal overview
• Real estate developer perspective -- cost of capital and deal structures
Managing Different Shareholder Constituencies in a Private Company Sale ProcessExpert Webcast
MAJOR TOPICS:
Bargaining power at inception
Shareholder, management and other agreements
Importance of process – legal and investment banking
Reconciling goals of controlling shareholders with minority
ESOP as a sale strategy
Non-ESOP shareholder and management considerations
California short-form squeeze-out merger
Preparing for potential shareholder litigation
Shareholders v. management tension
This document provides an overview of the law firm Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis located in Beachwood, Ohio. It summarizes the firm's areas of practice including business/corporate law, civil litigation, construction law, healthcare law, labor/employment law, real estate law, and tax law. It also lists the members of the firm and provides brief biographies of several attorneys including the managing partner Anne L. Meyers and chairs of practice groups such as Seth Briskin and Peter Brosse.
Eugene Feola is a corporate counsel with over 40 years of legal and business experience at Burger King Corporation and Brooks Brothers Group Inc. He has expertise in litigation management, real estate transactions including lease negotiations, franchising, licensing, and trademarks. Feola holds leadership positions overseeing legal departments and has a proven track record of managing complex transactions and reducing legal fees to support business objectives.
Miscellaneous legal terms domestic and foregin copybearister2746
This document provides an overview of various legal business structures and terms used domestically and internationally. It discusses corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and other structures under U.S. law as well as civil law systems in countries like France and Germany. Key points covered include how corporations provide liability protection for shareholders, the different types of corporations, and similarities and differences in business structures and taxation between the U.S. and civil law countries.
This document provides an executive summary and details on the management of Permapave, including brief biographies of the CEO, COO, CFO, Treasurer, Senior VP of Sales and Marketing, and Secretary. The officers have extensive experience in real estate, construction, manufacturing, and law. The CEO founded a full service real estate company that managed over $1 billion in commercial properties. The COO has a background in information technology and sales. The CFO has experience managing finances for large real estate portfolios.
Achieving the next level of corporate growth - navigating “no man’s land”Expert Webcast
DESCRIPTION:
No Man’s Land is a term that describes the transition period for a growth company. Successful entrepreneurs that start and lead growth companies experience this period that can threaten their very survival.
For an entrepreneur to successfully transition his or her company four key areas must be a clear focus. We describe these actions as the 4 M’s and they will be addressed:
Marketing – maintaining important customer relationships
Management – objective review
Model - maintaining margins
Money – adequate capitalization
Other key areas of focus are corporate structure and compliance. Guidance from a seasoned corporate and transactional counsel is invaluable with respect to corporate matters, growth, capital raising and any transactional matters.
Non-competition and Non-solicitation ProvisionsKevin Learned
In this seminar we analyzed non-competition and non-solicitation provisions in the contexts of M&A transactions, employee/consultant relationships and subcontracting agreements. We addressed issues that arise in the drafting and negotiation of these provisions, as well as issues related to enforcement and litigation, with a particular emphasis on issues impacting federal service contractors who operate in the DC/MD/VA region.
Qualified Opportunity Zones rules seek to encourage investment and stimulate economic growth in certain distressed communities by providing various federal income tax benefits to taxpayers who invest in businesses that operate within these zones. Discussion will include tax incentives and key outstanding regulatory issues in Qualified Opportunity Zones as well as transactions for companies, funds and investors, including real estate deals and sales of closely held businesses.
• Intent of the 2017 legislation on Qualified Opportunity Zones
• Types of qualified opportunity funds
• Tax and business considerations in choosing a fund
• Tax benefits of investing in a qualified opportunity fund
• Capital gains that qualify
• Tax deferral or something more?
• Prescribed holding periods
• Taxpayer qualifications
• Investments required to realize tax benefits
• Investing in a sponsored fund to realize the tax benefits
• Forming a new fund
• Opportunity to defer gains for selling business owners
• Opportunity zones compared to a like-kind exchange for real estate investors
• A qualified fund in the case of a partnership dissolution
• Estate planning opportunities
• Opportunity Zones deal overview
• Real estate developer perspective -- cost of capital and deal structures
Managing Different Shareholder Constituencies in a Private Company Sale ProcessExpert Webcast
MAJOR TOPICS:
Bargaining power at inception
Shareholder, management and other agreements
Importance of process – legal and investment banking
Reconciling goals of controlling shareholders with minority
ESOP as a sale strategy
Non-ESOP shareholder and management considerations
California short-form squeeze-out merger
Preparing for potential shareholder litigation
Shareholders v. management tension
This document provides an overview of the law firm Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis located in Beachwood, Ohio. It summarizes the firm's areas of practice including business/corporate law, civil litigation, construction law, healthcare law, labor/employment law, real estate law, and tax law. It also lists the members of the firm and provides brief biographies of several attorneys including the managing partner Anne L. Meyers and chairs of practice groups such as Seth Briskin and Peter Brosse.
2019 Valla & Associates, Inc., P.C. PresentationAndrea Ramirez
Business lawyers involved in all aspects of the representation of mid-market companies, with a strong emphasis on representing foreign companies entering or strengthening their position in the US market.
Corporation Service Company In California: Streamlining Business Compliance A...BenStocks3
A Company Service Firm offers compliance administration and a range of legal services such as contract management, intellectual property protection, and litigation support. These resources are crucial for businesses, especially smaller ones lacking internal legal teams.
Understanding Claim History in M&A InsuranceExpert Webcast
Overview of M&A / Representations and Warranties Insurance
Payout history / frequent types of claims
Claim submission and processing
Role of a broker
Roles of external advisors – lawyers, accountants
Common issues
Transactional observations
Les 10 FAQ: S'Implanter aux Etats-Unis Eliot Norman
un guide pratique aux questions les plus frequemment posee sur les implantations aux Etats-Unis: visas, contrats, incorporation, PI, impots, droit social.
Franchise Disclosure Document of 1-800-Flooded Franchises for sale. Includes information on training, costs, franchise fees, lawsuits, and information on the management and background of the franchising company.
The document outlines an expert panel discussion on exit strategies for closely held companies, including forming an advisory team, assessing company characteristics, financial considerations, owner personal goals, and potential problems to address such as management roles, employment agreements, and outstanding legal issues. The panelists include investment bankers, attorneys, and wealth advisors who will discuss planning for a successful exit.
The document summarizes a panel discussion on trends and transactions in the hemp industry. The panelists include experts from Dragon Realty Capital, Wilson Elser law firm, SingerLewak valuation firm, and FTI Consulting. They will discuss topics such as the hemp market overview, legal and regulatory issues, investment opportunities, valuation trends, due diligence, brand building, and industry outlook.
08.09.2018 Tax Considerations in M&A for for Buyers and SellersExpert Webcast
•Tax affect on deal economics
•Specific tax considerations
•Target’s tax characteristics
•Form matters
•Stock sale v. asset sale
•Continuing equity interest
•Service agreements and non-competes
•Minority owner considerations
•Key employees
•State and local taxes
The document summarizes a presentation on preparing for the SEC deadline resulting from the Dodd-Frank Act. It introduces the speakers David Guin, Marcy Hall, Thomas J. Handler, and James Kane, who will discuss where regulations currently stand, options for families to respond, and next steps. The timeline of Dodd-Frank and SEC rulemaking is reviewed. Options available to families include avoiding registration, restructuring, or registering the family office. Questions and contact information conclude the document.
This document provides information about the law firm Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. including:
- It is a full service law firm with 8 offices in Florida and 2 in Kentucky.
- Its financial services practice group provides legal services to loan servicers, banks, and government entities related to default services like foreclosures, bankruptcy, and REO disposition.
- The document lists the partners in the financial services practice group and provides brief biographies for each one, noting their areas of experience and qualifications.
- It describes the types of cases the firm handles in areas like foreclosures, bankruptcy, and REO title services.
This document provides an overview of the services provided by the Business, Financial Services & Real Estate Division of the law firm Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. It discusses the division's minority certification, association memberships, and practice areas including default legal services, foreclosures, bankruptcy, real estate owned disposition, evictions, and appellate practice. The document also lists recent attorney publications and office locations serviced by the division.
05.31.2018 Resolving Shareholder and Investor DisputesExpert Webcast
MAJOR TOPICS:
Disclosure based settlements of shareholder litigation challenging merger transactions (Dead or Alive post Trulia)
Structuring Cash out mergers by majority or controlling shareholders (MFW)
Business Judgment Rule Review for Post- Closing Damages Cases (Corwin)
Developments in Appraisal Proceedings
01.18.2018 Tax Reform and its Effect on Corporate AmericaExpert Webcast
The document summarizes an expert webcast on the effects of tax reform on corporate America featuring David L. Forst, a tax partner at Fenwick & West LLP, and moderated by Alexander B. Kasdan, a senior managing director at DelMorgan & Co. It provides brief biographies of Forst, an expert in international corporate taxation, and Kasdan, an investment banking advisor with over 25 years of experience advising middle market companies. The webcast aimed to address the timely and relevant issues faced by executives, boards, and their advisors in light of recent tax reform legislation.
Walt Metz is an experienced in-house legal counsel for transportation and supply chain companies. He has held roles as General Counsel and Vice President of Legal for several large companies. His experience includes establishing legal departments, facilitating acquisitions and financings, resolving complex litigation matters, and advising on transactions and regulatory compliance. Currently he works as a private legal consultant to transportation businesses.
Maximizing Value of Privately Held Company Expert Webcast
This panel discussion focused on maximizing the value of a privately held company. The panelists discussed the importance of having a solid legal foundation for the business through proper entity formation and shareholder agreements. Common issues with privately held companies like succession planning and conflicts between owners and management were also addressed. The panel recommended preplanning activities like interviewing investment bankers and improving financial reporting to prepare a company for a future transaction. Family law issues when going through a divorce, like fiduciary duties between spouses and valuing a community property business, were also covered.
Expert Webcast Maximizing Value of Privately Held CompanyExpert Webcast
This document summarizes a webcast panel on maximizing the value of a privately held company. The moderator was Alexander B. Kasdan of DelMorgan & Co. Panelists included Neil Morganbesser, President and CEO of DelMorgan & Co., William F. Capps, Partner and Chairman of Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, and Harlee M. Gasmer, Partner at The Kolodny Law Group. The panel discussed preparing for personal eventualities like preserving business value and estate planning, resolving corporate issues, addressing financial matters, and preparing for a sale or recapitalization of the privately held company.
Expert Webcast: Maximizing Value of Privately Held CompanyExpert Webcast
Maximizing the Value of a Privately Held Company from the Corporate, Financial and Management Perspectives. This panel presentation addresses the issues involved in building, running and exiting a private company or a family-owned business, including owners’ personal considerations and business-related corporate law, financial and management issues.
The document outlines key legal strategies for business owners to maximize the value of their company in a potential future sale. These strategies include properly incorporating the business, exercising caution when raising capital to avoid legal risks, perfecting title to key assets, protecting intellectual property, establishing reliable finance systems, and using well-drafted employment agreements. Implementing these strategies helps build a sustainable organization that is well-positioned for a strategic exit.
This document summarizes the services provided by the law firm BoyarMiller. They have expertise in energy law and represent both domestic and international energy companies. Their services include M&A transactions, contracts, employment matters and litigation. They also have experience representing international clients on acquisitions in the US, debt financing, and setting up US entities. Their litigation group handles business and employment disputes for oil and gas companies.
2019 Valla & Associates, Inc., P.C. PresentationAndrea Ramirez
Business lawyers involved in all aspects of the representation of mid-market companies, with a strong emphasis on representing foreign companies entering or strengthening their position in the US market.
Corporation Service Company In California: Streamlining Business Compliance A...BenStocks3
A Company Service Firm offers compliance administration and a range of legal services such as contract management, intellectual property protection, and litigation support. These resources are crucial for businesses, especially smaller ones lacking internal legal teams.
Understanding Claim History in M&A InsuranceExpert Webcast
Overview of M&A / Representations and Warranties Insurance
Payout history / frequent types of claims
Claim submission and processing
Role of a broker
Roles of external advisors – lawyers, accountants
Common issues
Transactional observations
Les 10 FAQ: S'Implanter aux Etats-Unis Eliot Norman
un guide pratique aux questions les plus frequemment posee sur les implantations aux Etats-Unis: visas, contrats, incorporation, PI, impots, droit social.
Franchise Disclosure Document of 1-800-Flooded Franchises for sale. Includes information on training, costs, franchise fees, lawsuits, and information on the management and background of the franchising company.
The document outlines an expert panel discussion on exit strategies for closely held companies, including forming an advisory team, assessing company characteristics, financial considerations, owner personal goals, and potential problems to address such as management roles, employment agreements, and outstanding legal issues. The panelists include investment bankers, attorneys, and wealth advisors who will discuss planning for a successful exit.
The document summarizes a panel discussion on trends and transactions in the hemp industry. The panelists include experts from Dragon Realty Capital, Wilson Elser law firm, SingerLewak valuation firm, and FTI Consulting. They will discuss topics such as the hemp market overview, legal and regulatory issues, investment opportunities, valuation trends, due diligence, brand building, and industry outlook.
08.09.2018 Tax Considerations in M&A for for Buyers and SellersExpert Webcast
•Tax affect on deal economics
•Specific tax considerations
•Target’s tax characteristics
•Form matters
•Stock sale v. asset sale
•Continuing equity interest
•Service agreements and non-competes
•Minority owner considerations
•Key employees
•State and local taxes
The document summarizes a presentation on preparing for the SEC deadline resulting from the Dodd-Frank Act. It introduces the speakers David Guin, Marcy Hall, Thomas J. Handler, and James Kane, who will discuss where regulations currently stand, options for families to respond, and next steps. The timeline of Dodd-Frank and SEC rulemaking is reviewed. Options available to families include avoiding registration, restructuring, or registering the family office. Questions and contact information conclude the document.
This document provides information about the law firm Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. including:
- It is a full service law firm with 8 offices in Florida and 2 in Kentucky.
- Its financial services practice group provides legal services to loan servicers, banks, and government entities related to default services like foreclosures, bankruptcy, and REO disposition.
- The document lists the partners in the financial services practice group and provides brief biographies for each one, noting their areas of experience and qualifications.
- It describes the types of cases the firm handles in areas like foreclosures, bankruptcy, and REO title services.
This document provides an overview of the services provided by the Business, Financial Services & Real Estate Division of the law firm Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. It discusses the division's minority certification, association memberships, and practice areas including default legal services, foreclosures, bankruptcy, real estate owned disposition, evictions, and appellate practice. The document also lists recent attorney publications and office locations serviced by the division.
05.31.2018 Resolving Shareholder and Investor DisputesExpert Webcast
MAJOR TOPICS:
Disclosure based settlements of shareholder litigation challenging merger transactions (Dead or Alive post Trulia)
Structuring Cash out mergers by majority or controlling shareholders (MFW)
Business Judgment Rule Review for Post- Closing Damages Cases (Corwin)
Developments in Appraisal Proceedings
01.18.2018 Tax Reform and its Effect on Corporate AmericaExpert Webcast
The document summarizes an expert webcast on the effects of tax reform on corporate America featuring David L. Forst, a tax partner at Fenwick & West LLP, and moderated by Alexander B. Kasdan, a senior managing director at DelMorgan & Co. It provides brief biographies of Forst, an expert in international corporate taxation, and Kasdan, an investment banking advisor with over 25 years of experience advising middle market companies. The webcast aimed to address the timely and relevant issues faced by executives, boards, and their advisors in light of recent tax reform legislation.
Walt Metz is an experienced in-house legal counsel for transportation and supply chain companies. He has held roles as General Counsel and Vice President of Legal for several large companies. His experience includes establishing legal departments, facilitating acquisitions and financings, resolving complex litigation matters, and advising on transactions and regulatory compliance. Currently he works as a private legal consultant to transportation businesses.
Maximizing Value of Privately Held Company Expert Webcast
This panel discussion focused on maximizing the value of a privately held company. The panelists discussed the importance of having a solid legal foundation for the business through proper entity formation and shareholder agreements. Common issues with privately held companies like succession planning and conflicts between owners and management were also addressed. The panel recommended preplanning activities like interviewing investment bankers and improving financial reporting to prepare a company for a future transaction. Family law issues when going through a divorce, like fiduciary duties between spouses and valuing a community property business, were also covered.
Expert Webcast Maximizing Value of Privately Held CompanyExpert Webcast
This document summarizes a webcast panel on maximizing the value of a privately held company. The moderator was Alexander B. Kasdan of DelMorgan & Co. Panelists included Neil Morganbesser, President and CEO of DelMorgan & Co., William F. Capps, Partner and Chairman of Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, and Harlee M. Gasmer, Partner at The Kolodny Law Group. The panel discussed preparing for personal eventualities like preserving business value and estate planning, resolving corporate issues, addressing financial matters, and preparing for a sale or recapitalization of the privately held company.
Expert Webcast: Maximizing Value of Privately Held CompanyExpert Webcast
Maximizing the Value of a Privately Held Company from the Corporate, Financial and Management Perspectives. This panel presentation addresses the issues involved in building, running and exiting a private company or a family-owned business, including owners’ personal considerations and business-related corporate law, financial and management issues.
The document outlines key legal strategies for business owners to maximize the value of their company in a potential future sale. These strategies include properly incorporating the business, exercising caution when raising capital to avoid legal risks, perfecting title to key assets, protecting intellectual property, establishing reliable finance systems, and using well-drafted employment agreements. Implementing these strategies helps build a sustainable organization that is well-positioned for a strategic exit.
This document summarizes the services provided by the law firm BoyarMiller. They have expertise in energy law and represent both domestic and international energy companies. Their services include M&A transactions, contracts, employment matters and litigation. They also have experience representing international clients on acquisitions in the US, debt financing, and setting up US entities. Their litigation group handles business and employment disputes for oil and gas companies.
How to Make a “Soft Landing” in the United StatesEliot Norman
This document discusses legal services from Williams Mullen for foreign direct investment and startups. It addresses questions about legal structures like corporations and LLCs, visas, taxes, intellectual property protection, and provides a fixed monthly fee solution that covers legal needs for the first six months. An example is given of setting up a smartphone app company with entities in the US, Canada and Mexico to employ qualified foreign personnel. Contact information is provided for two partners to assist with foreign direct investment and immigration legal needs.
This document provides information on financing foreign direct investment projects in the United States. It discusses various options for obtaining financing in the initial years of a project, including using equity from the parent company or obtaining loans from the parent company, parent company's bank, or a U.S.-based bank. It also discusses obtaining longer term local financing after a few years of successful operations. The document provides advice on selecting banking partners and monitoring financial activities in the U.S.
WILLIAMS MULLEN 律师事务所 EB-5 绿卡常见问题 (常见问题解答)Eliot Norman
The document discusses the key elements of the EB-5 Green Card program through a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs). The EB-5 Green Card provides permanent resident status in the US and requires an investment of $500,000 and job creation. Investors can obtain Green Cards by investing in commercial enterprises associated with approved EB-5 regional centers, which allows both direct and indirect jobs to count towards requirements. Benefits for companies include raising capital at low rates by having foreign investors contribute to US partnerships and projects. Eligible recipients include the investor, spouse and unmarried children under 21.
WILLIAMS MULLEN 律师事务所 EB-5 绿卡常见问题 (常见问题解答)Eliot Norman
The document discusses the key elements of the EB-5 Green Card program through a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs). The EB-5 Green Card provides permanent resident status in the US and requires an investment of $500,000 and job creation. Investors can obtain Green Cards by investing in commercial enterprises associated with approved EB-5 regional centers, which allows for counting of both direct and indirect jobs created. The program benefits companies by providing access to capital for expansion. Those eligible for Green Cards include the investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21.
EB-1 Strategy for Green Cards如何申请 EB-1 绿卡 (Legal Permanent Residency in the U...Eliot Norman
Guide to investing in the USA for Chinese Investors. In Chinese and English. EB-1 direct investments and Eb-5.EB-1 Strategy for Green Cards如何申请 EB-1 绿卡 (Legal Permanent Residency in the USA 在美合法永久居住权)
This document outlines various visa categories for Americans. It begins with long term visa options like the L-1 visa for managers and executives transferring within companies. It then lists other professional visas like H-1B, O-1, and TN visas. Below these are student and cultural exchange visas as well as short term visitor visas. The document also lists various green card paths including those for multinational executives, outstanding researchers, skilled professional workers, and family sponsorship through marriage or diversity lottery. Business visitor visas are outlined that allow negotiating contracts, consulting, and training for 6 month projects.
Access to the High Tech Market in the United States: Aides les entreprises fr...Eliot Norman
The document discusses legal strategies for French companies to successfully establish and grow their operations in the United States. It recommends choosing the optimal corporate structure, securing necessary visas for key personnel, understanding government regulations, carefully managing contracts, and working with experienced legal advisors. The rest of the document provides more details on these topics, such as types of visas, partnership structures like joint ventures, and intellectual property protection.
intellectual property considerations for French Start-ups in the USA Eliot Norman
This document provides an overview of intellectual property (IP) protection and licensing for emerging companies in the United States. It discusses evaluating existing IP rights, protecting IP through trademarks, copyrights, patents and trade secrets, licensing IP safely through contracts, and complying with data privacy laws. Costs to obtain IP protections like trademarks and patents in the US range from $1,200 to over $20,000 depending on the type of filing. Key considerations for licensing include defining the licensed IP, payment structures, liability, applicable law and limitations.
10 faq for foreign companies establishing operations in the united statesEliot Norman
THese Frequently asked questions (FAQ) cover corporate formation, protection of Intellectual property, contracts, visas, taxes and more. A checklist of what you need to consider before setting up a company in the USA.
Apres Les Efforts de Reforme de l'Immigration Americain, Ou Sommes-Nous? Pres...
Concierge Services For Start Ups
1. Eliot Norman
Mr. Norman has focused his practice
on immigration law and related U.S.
investment projects from Europe and
Asia since 1986. Mr. Norman is the
author of numerous works on business
and immigration issues, including growth opportuni-
ties for international companies under the American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. He is a an Eliot Norman
author of the chapter on employment and immigra- Williams Mullen Center, 200 South 10th St.
tion law in “S’implanter aux etats unis” (Invest in the Richmond, VA 23219
United States), published in 2009 by Ubifrance. enorman@williamsmullen.com
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d’Etudes Politiques in Paris, France. He is fluent in
French and regularly travels to France to meet with Gregory R. Bishop
French and other European clients. Williams Mullen Center, 200 South 10th St.
Richmond, VA 23219
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Mr. Bishop focuses his practice primari-
gbishop@williamsmullen.com for International Companies
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ly on mergers and acquisitions and
other corporate and securities transac-
Thomas O. Mason
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such as filing visa or trademark applications or 12. Review distribution, agency or licensing agree-
qualifying your company to do business with the ments for sellling your products in the United
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