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International Trademarks: Protecting Your Brand Around the World

International Trademarks: Protecting Your Brand Around the World

In today’s global economy, your brand can reach customers across the world, whether you’re selling products online or expanding your business into new markets. Protecting your trademark internationall... ...more

business

July 28, 20253 min read

Membership vs. Non-Membership Nonprofits: Which Structure Fits Your Mission?

Membership vs. Non-Membership Nonprofits: Which Structure Fits Your Mission?

When establishing a nonprofit organization, one important decision is whether to structure it as a membership-based organization or a non-membership organization. Each model comes with distinct advant... ...more

Nonprofit

July 28, 20252 min read

Form 1023-EZ: A Simplified Solution for Nonprofit Status

Form 1023-EZ: A Simplified Solution for Nonprofit Status

Form 1023-EZ is a simplified version of the standard Form 1023, designed to help smaller nonprofits apply for tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It’s a faster, eas... ...more

Nonprofit

July 28, 20251 min read

Trademark Office Actions: What They Are and How to Respond

Trademark Office Actions: What They Are and How to Respond

When applying for a trademark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), receiving an Office Action can feel intimidating. However, it’s a common part of the process and doesn’t necessarily me... ...more

business

July 28, 20252 min read

Member-Managed vs. Manager-Managed LLCs

Member-Managed vs. Manager-Managed LLCs

The structure of an LLC, whether it is member-managed or manager-managed, greatly influences the decision-making process, management responsibilities, and operational control. Understanding these two ... ...more

Corporate

July 25, 20254 min read

Probate Timeline: A Step-by-Step Overview for Washington and Texas

Probate Timeline: A Step-by-Step Overview for Washington and Texas

The death of a loved one is an emotionally difficult time, often made more complex by the legal obligations that follow. One of the most important legal processes after death is probate, which involve... ...more

wills

June 17, 20254 min read

Effective Tips for Running a Nonprofit Board Meeting

Effective Tips for Running a Nonprofit Board Meeting

Running a successful board meeting for a nonprofit organization is crucial for maintaining focus, achieving goals, and fostering collaboration. A well-structured meeting not only maximizes productivit... ...more

Nonprofit

May 29, 20252 min read

Corporate Bylaws Explained: Roles, Rules, and Legal Requirements

Corporate Bylaws Explained: Roles, Rules, and Legal Requirements

Corporate Bylaws, also known as company or business bylaws, are a set of legally binding rules that a corporation writes to guide its internal management. Corporate Bylaws outline company policies, su... ...more

Corporate

May 29, 20258 min read

Estate Planning: Choosing Between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts 

Estate Planning: Choosing Between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts 

Trusts are effective instruments for estate planning that can assist you in managing your assets and making sure they are allocated in accordance with your desires. Revocable and irrevocable trusts ar... ...more

wills

May 29, 20252 min read

How to Get an EIN for Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Get an EIN for Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re starting a business, one of the first things you’ll need is an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Think of it as a Social Security Number for your business. Issued by the Internal Revenue... ...more

Corporate

May 28, 20254 min read

Why You Need a General Power of Attorney

Why You Need a General Power of Attorney

Making sure someone you trust can manage your financial and legal affairs if you are unable to do so is another aspect of estate planning, which goes beyond wills and trusts. A General Power of Attorn... ...more

wills

May 28, 20252 min read

Smart Budgeting and Finance Strategies for Nonprofits

Smart Budgeting and Finance Strategies for Nonprofits

Effective financial and budget management is important to operate a successful nonprofit organization. Nonprofit organizations mission are not make money, but it still needs to maintain operations, su... ...more

Nonprofit

May 23, 20252 min read

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