Federal Securities Act 1933: Primary federal legislation governing the registration and initial public offering of securities. Must be considered for share capital structure and issuance provisions.
Securities Exchange Act 1934: Regulates secondary trading of securities and establishes SEC oversight. Relevant for ongoing reporting requirements and trading provisions.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Sets requirements for corporate governance, internal controls, and financial reporting. Critical for governance structure provisions.
Dodd-Frank Act: Provides additional corporate governance and financial regulation requirements, including executive compensation disclosure.
State Corporation Laws: State-specific requirements for corporate formation, governance, and operations. Varies by state of incorporation.
Model Business Corporation Act: Standard set of laws adopted by many states, providing framework for corporate governance and operations.
Delaware General Corporation Law: Specific corporate law framework if incorporating in Delaware, known for its comprehensive and business-friendly approach.
IRS Regulations: Federal tax requirements affecting corporate structure, particularly regarding stock classes and profit distribution.
SEC Regulations: Federal securities regulations affecting corporate governance, reporting, and securities trading.
State Filing Requirements: State-specific documentation and filing requirements for corporate formation and maintenance.
Industry Regulations: Sector-specific federal and state regulations that may affect corporate structure and operations.
Stock Exchange Requirements: Listing requirements and corporate governance standards if planning to list on stock exchanges.
Corporate Purpose Provisions: Legal requirements for stating corporate purpose and permitted business activities.
Share Structure Requirements: Legal framework for establishing different classes of shares, rights, and transfer restrictions.
Director Duties Regulations: Legal requirements regarding director powers, responsibilities, and fiduciary duties.
