Federal Securities Laws: Securities Exchange Act and Investment Advisers Act of 1940 - crucial if advisory services involve securities or investment advice
Federal Tax Law: Internal Revenue Code provisions affecting business advisory relationships and compensation
Federal Trade Secret Protection: Trade Secrets Act and Economic Espionage Act governing protection of confidential business information
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation requirements
State Licensing Requirements: State-specific business and professional licensing regulations for advisory services
Privacy and Data Protection Laws: Federal and state regulations regarding data protection, confidentiality, and privacy compliance including potential GDPR considerations
Intellectual Property Laws: Copyright, Patent, and Trademark laws affecting ownership and use of intellectual property in advisory relationship
Employment Classification Laws: Federal and state laws governing independent contractor vs. employee classification and related obligations
Professional Services Regulations: Industry-specific regulations and fiduciary duties applicable to business advisory services
Contract Law Fundamentals: Basic principles including consideration, offer and acceptance, capacity, and enforceability requirements
Liability and Insurance Requirements: Professional liability considerations, insurance requirements, and limitation of liability provisions
