Sep 28, 2023 The Power of Incorporation: Understanding the Advantages and Structure of Corporations By Michael S. Melfi Over 4.4 million businesses are started each year. This means, there are a lot of entities that need to be formed. While there are...
Sep 14, 2023 LLCs Demystified: Understanding the Advantages and Uses of Limited Liability Companies By Michael S. Melfi So you have a business or an idea, maybe an investment and you are buying an asset, and you want a "company". What does that really mean?...
Aug 23, 2023 Creating an Effective Advisory Board: Tips and Strategies for Early-Stage Entrepreneurs By Michael S. Melfi For an early stage company, it can be challenging to navigate the many decisions and challenges that come with building a successful...
Aug 02, 2023 From Clients to Colleagues: The Impact of Strong Relationships in Professional Services By Michael S. Melfi As a professional service provider, such as a lawyer, it is important to have strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and opposing...
Jul 21, 2023 Legal Must-Haves for SaaS Startups: Ensuring Compliance and Protection By Michael S. Melfi John Mashni When launching a Software as a Service (SaaS) company, setting up a comprehensive and legally compliant website and platform is crucial....
May 25, 2023 Michael Melfi Speaks on NIL Panel By Taylor English Taylor English partner Michael Melfi spoke on a name, image, likeness (NIL) panel at the 2023 Midwest Growth Capital Symposium for the...
May 09, 2023 The Tax Benefits of Qualified Small Business Stock for Start-Up Founders By Michael S. Melfi As a founder of a start-up, you know that raising capital and structuring the sale of your company are important factors in building a...
May 02, 2023 Unlocking Success in the Legal Industry: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Lawyers By Michael S. Melfi The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, a book written by Stephen R. Covey, has been one of the most influential self-help books for...
Apr 25, 2023 Leveraging Equity Compensation to Build a Strong Team in Early Stage Companies By Michael S. Melfi Equity compensation is a common tool for early stage companies looking to attract and retain top talent while preserving cash. Equity...
Apr 18, 2023 Regulation A+: The New Alternative to IPOs for Small Businesses By Michael S. Melfi Can you have your cake and eat it too when it comes to fundraising? Some who work with Regulation A+ (Reg A+) believe it is an attractive...
Apr 11, 2023 Preserving Your Legacy: Effective Estate Planning Techniques for High Net Worth Individuals By Michael S. Melfi Estate planning is an essential part of financial planning for high net worth individuals. When it comes to estate planning, the primary...
Apr 04, 2023 The Power of Deliberate Practice to Create Success: Jesse Itzler's 18-Minute Formula for Skill Development By Michael S. Melfi "If you can practice 18 minutes a day, in one year you'll be a world-class expert, and in two years you'll be a master." This is the...