Whether you already own a business corporation, or are considering forming one, this book can save you valuable time and money, and help you avoid legal pitfalls Clearly explains the principles, rules, and documents crucial to proper corporation maintenance and formation, including: When and How to Incorporate Selecting a Corporate Name Articles of Incorporation Bylaws Merger and Dissolution Foreign Corporations S. Corporations Close Corporations Role of Officers and Board of Directors Registered Office and Agent Issuance of Stock Stock Dividends Stock Transfer Shareholder Agreement Stock Purchase Agreement Voting Trust Agreement Directors Meetings Shareholders Meetings Corporate Minutes and Resolutions Securities Laws Annual Reports Corporate Record Keeping Revoking a Corporate Charter Indemnification Required Permits and Licenses Insurance Bank Accounts Not-for-Profit Corporations Limited Liability Companies Gives the tools and understanding you need to maintain a corporation. Sample Documents Articles of Incorporation Bylaws Plan of Merger Stock Purchase Agreement Stock Certificates Lost Stock Affidavit Subscription Agreement Voting Trust Agreement Voting Trust Certificate Corporation Registration Meeting Agenda Organizational Minutes Proxy Waiver of Notice Checklists What to do and what to avoid Selecting a Business Lawyer Key Matters for Bylaws Corporate Checklist Statutory Checklist Frequently Filed Documents Form Samples IRS Application SS-4 IRS 2553 Election Articles of Merger