Federal Securities Laws: Regulations governing securities, particularly important if advisory services relate to investment matters or public company operations
Federal Tax Laws: IRS regulations regarding advisor compensation, tax reporting, and classification of payments
Federal IP Laws: Protection of intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights at the federal level
Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law providing protection for trade secrets and confidential information
Federal Employment Laws: Regulations ensuring proper classification of advisors as independent contractors vs. employees
State Corporate Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate operations and governance
State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations regarding employment classification and worker rights
State Trade Secret Laws: State-specific protections for confidential information and trade secrets
State Non-Compete Laws: State-specific regulations governing non-compete agreements and restrictions
Corporate Bylaws Compliance: Ensuring agreement aligns with company's internal governance documents and procedures
SEC Regulations: Securities and Exchange Commission rules, particularly relevant for public companies
Fiduciary Duty Requirements: Legal obligations regarding duty of care and loyalty in advisory relationships
Insider Trading Regulations: Rules governing the handling of material non-public information
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements such as HIPAA for healthcare, FINRA for financial services, or data protection for technology
