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Vice President of Sales at Harvard Business Services. Brett assisted both new customers and seasoned clients with the formation process in an effortless and informative manner. In the 20+ years he has been with Harvard Business Services, Inc., Brett's knowledge of Delaware business entities has become encyclopedic. In addition to managing and training the company's sales and customer service teams, his blogs on the nuances of forming and maintaining Delaware companies have become a dependable source of important information for entrepreneurs, accountants and attorneys.

What Is an LLC Operating Agreement? Monday, June 30, 2025

The Delaware legislature created the limited liability company (LLC) in such a way as to allow the LLC's members the freedom to contract with one another upon whatever terms they deem are best suited to their company.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About LLCs

EIN Responsible Party for a Business Entity Monday, June 16, 2025

When you apply for an EIN, also known as a Federal Tax ID Number, you will have to provide the IRS with what is known as a Responsible Party - an individual who manages, directs and/or controls the entity behind the EIN. Read our blog to learn more.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups

Board Meeting Mistakes to Avoid: Part 4 of Delaware Board Meeting Series Tuesday, June 10, 2025

This is Part 4 and the final installment of our comprehensive Delaware board meeting series. After covering the basics in Parts 1-3, we now address the most common mistakes that can expose companies to legal risk.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Business Strategies

How to Take Corporate Minutes Monday, June 9, 2025

Delaware corporations should hold an annual meeting and take minutes. Not sure how to take corporate minutes? Here’s what you need to know.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations

Calling and Holding a Board Meeting, Part 2 Monday, June 2, 2025

A Delaware Corporation's bylaws are crucial for outlining the operational framework and governance mechanics of a corporation, including the composition and procedures and rules regarding board directors and meetings. This is part two of our discussion on how board meetings are called and held in this two part blog series.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Business Strategies

Adding and Removing Directors on a Board Tuesday, May 20, 2025

In short, and as discussed here, Delaware’s General Corporation Law provides that shareholders are ultimately responsible for appointment and removal of Directors, with the mechanics and processes relating to the vote, removal, and replacement ordinarily set forth in the corporation’s bylaws.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations

What is the Delaware Public Benefit LLC Monday, May 5, 2025

Many entrepreneurs and investors are seeking to do good while profiting using a Delaware LLC. An LLC wishing to elect public benefit status must include a Public Benefit Statement in its Certificate of Formation.... Continue Reading

Posted In: The Delaware Advantage

Certificate of Formation and the Role of the Organizer Tuesday, April 22, 2025

A Delaware LLC authorized person plays a role in the launch of the business. Read about the Certificate of Formation and an LLC organizer’s responsibilities.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About LLCs

The Delaware Certificate of Incorporation and the Role of the Incorporator Monday, April 14, 2025

Are you starting a Delaware Corporation? Learn more about the process of drafting a Certificate of Incorporation and your role as the business’s incorporator.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations

Who are Officers in a Delaware Corporation and What Is Their Role? Monday, March 24, 2025

Delaware law mandates that an officer of the corporation must be an individual and cannot be another entity; however, Delaware does not have restrictions in place about who can serve as an officer in a corporation.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations

4 Things to Know about Corporate Bylaws Monday, March 17, 2025

Corporate bylaws provide the granular detail into how the corporation will operate and what its governance mechanics will be. They also describe the relationship among its Board of Directors, its officers and its shareholders.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups

A Fundamental Change Affecting All Federal Regulations Tuesday, February 25, 2025

The 2024 Supreme Court decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine allows courts, not federal agencies, to interpret ambiguous laws. Learn more in our blog.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Compliance

General Partners in a Limited Partnership Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Limited Partnerships can use people or other entities as their general partners. Learn about the benefits of using an LLC as a general partner at your LP.... Continue Reading

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Delaware vs. Texas Corporate Law: Key Differences Explained Monday, February 10, 2025

How does Texas stand up to Delaware’s corporate law structure? Learn more about the unique advantages of incorporating in each state.... Continue Reading

Posted In: The Delaware Advantage

Mistakes to Avoid When Adding a Registered Series Monday, February 3, 2025

Clients attempting to file on their own have been met with confusion and frustration as their filings are rejected. Here are two of the reasons why they’ve been having trouble.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About LLCs