Corporate Formation
/ˌkɔːrpərət fɔrˈmeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process of establishing a corporation as a separate legal entity.
Corporate formation involves filing articles of incorporation with the state.
- (n.) The formal act or procedure of organizing a company according to statutory requirements.
Corporate formation requires compliance with relevant corporate laws and regulations.
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Commentary
Often involves multiple steps including drafting founding documents, filing with state authorities, and compliance with statutory formalities.
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