How Do I Legally Set Up a Restaurant in Florida?
Wednesday, June 28
If you or anyone you know is planning to open a restaurant in Florida, or if you happen to be the new owner of an already established restaurant, the law mandates you to secure a business license. The license can be obtained from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulations Divis...
Non-compete Agreements in Florida and Legitimate Business Interests
Monday, June 26
In Florida contracts restraining trade are generally unlawful. Non-compete agreements in Florida are an exception to this rule. Non-compete agreements are enforceable if the covenants are reasonable in time, area and line of business. Additionally, non-compete agreements must be reasonably necess...
Selecting the Proper Business Entity In Florida
Wednesday, June 21
Selecting the proper business entity requires me as the business lawyer to try to predict the future. Not only must I provide counsel to my clients on what the legal, tax and operational-related implications are for a given entity, but I must anticipate the needs and obstacles that my client may ...
International Entrepreneur Parole Final Rule
Tuesday, June 20
USCIS and the DHS published the International Entrepreneur Final Rule in the Federal Register on January 17, 2017, which allows the DHS to parole (grant temporary permission to be in the US) certain entrepreneurs of startup businesses (as defined) who can demonstrate that the grant of parole will...
Unlocking the E-2 Visa for Startups
Tuesday, June 13
If you have plans to launch a startup, or are in the early stages of running one, gaining entry into the world’s largest and most dynamic business environment could go a long way towards growing your enterprise. The E-2 Visa is a great way for companies of all sizes to expand or establish themsel...
Five Reasons Why Your LLC Needs An Operating Agreement
Monday, June 12
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a hybrid entity that combines the pass-through taxation of a partnership and the risk protection of a corporation. Although not legally required in the State of Florida, an Operating Agreement is the key to enshrining the advantages of an LLC: protecting the l...