Here is an outline of the steps you need to follow in order to form an LLC in the District of Columbia. You should also read the general section on forming an LLC for information that is applicable in any state. The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program provides a helpful Guide for...
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Surprisingly, there is no legal definition of a nonprofit organization. In general, a nonprofit organization is one that is organized to achieve a purpose other than generating profit. Despite this, a nonprofit organization is not precluded from making a profit or engaging...
DMLP Staff - 01/27/2008 - 6:03pm - 0 comments -
In order to form a nonprofit corporation, you must file articles of incorporation (sometimes called a "certificate of incorporation" or "charter document" or "articles of organization") with the state and pay a filing fee. The filing fee...
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Bylaws are the rules and procedures for how a nonprofit corporation will operate and be governed. Although there are no set criteria for bylaw content, they typically set forth internal rules and procedures for the nonprofit corporation, touching on such issues as: the...
DMLP Staff - 01/27/2008 - 6:40pm - 0 comments -
In addition to the two major "constitutional" documents (the articles of incorporation and the bylaws ), nonprofit corporations are required to keep copies of a number of other records relating to the organization, finances, and ownership of the business. State...
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We strongly recommend seeking the assistance of an attorney in applying for Section 501(c)(3) status. If you choose to apply for 501(c)(3) tax exemptions yourself, set aside an entire day to devote to the form; the IRS says it takes ten hours for the average person to...
DMLP Staff - 01/27/2008 - 6:54pm - 0 comments -
There are many steps to starting a business. Each state has its own setof laws and requirements regarding the formation of business entities.The following links will take you to general and state-specificinformation about how to form a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC...
DMLP Staff - 01/27/2008 - 7:30pm - 0 comments -
You become a sole proprietor in a legal sense anytime you go into business for yourself. This page outlines the steps you need to take in order to make sure that your sole proprietorship is in compliance with applicable laws. Make sure to consult your state page for state-...
DMLP Staff - 01/27/2008 - 7:32pm - 0 comments -
Here are the general steps you need to follow in order to form a partnership in compliance with applicable laws. Make sure to consult your state page for state-specific details. 1. Choose a business name for the partnership and check for availability. Please see our section...
DMLP Staff - 01/27/2008 - 7:37pm - 0 comments -
Here are the general steps you need to follow in order to form an LLC in compliance with applicable laws. Make sure to consult your state page for state-specific details. 1. Choose a business name for the LLC and check for availability. Please see our section on choosing...
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