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Category: Business Law

Corporate Transparency Act Requires Small Businesses to Disclose Beneficial Ownership Information Beginning in 2024

The Corporate Transparency Act requires most small businesses ("Reporting Companies") to report Beneficial Ownership information to FinCEN,

December 11, 2023  |  By: Wright Lewis   In January of 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act of 2019 (the “CTA”) as part of the 2021 Defense Bill. Initially introduced in 2019, the CTA requires private companies to disclose their “Beneficial Owners” to the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”). Nearly… Continue reading Corporate Transparency Act Requires Small Businesses to Disclose Beneficial Ownership Information Beginning in 2024

What Are the Grounds for a Cease-and-Desist Letter?

November 3, 2023 |  By: David Ludwig If someone is hurting you or your business, one option is to send a cease-and-desist letter (also known as a “demand letter”). What is it, and what are the grounds for a cease and desist letter? This letter informs the recipient of their harmful action and warns them… Continue reading What Are the Grounds for a Cease-and-Desist Letter?

Tax Exempt Entities: Don’t Be Bored When Choosing Your Board

Attorneys must guide the client to be methodical and patient in choosing the board of their tax except entities. A larger Board of Directors

Tax Exempt Entities: Don’t Be Bored When Choosing Your Board   October 13, 2023   |   By: Jeffrey Lippman   Every lawyer has gotten the call from the client that they want to start a new business and it’s going to be not-for-profit. Unless you plan on losing the client, you don’t point out that a… Continue reading Tax Exempt Entities: Don’t Be Bored When Choosing Your Board

Employment Law: Is Virginia an At-Will State?

September 28, 2023   |   By: Ellis Bennett Virginia, like many other states, operates under the at-will employment doctrine. At-will employment is a legal framework that allows an employer or employee to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason. However, this right is not unfettered, and some important exceptions exist that employers… Continue reading Employment Law: Is Virginia an At-Will State?

Common Misconceptions About Virginia Termination Laws

September 28, 2023   |   By: Ellis Bennett Navigating the intricate landscape of employment laws and regulations can be daunting, and Virginia’s termination laws are no exception. We often encounter clients with various misconceptions about the laws governing termination in Virginia. These misconceptions can lead to misunderstandings, disputes, and even legal complications.   9 Common Virginia… Continue reading Common Misconceptions About Virginia Termination Laws

Dealing With Improperly Bargained Contracts

Improperly bargained contracts may involve duress, undue influence, misrepresentation, and unconscionability. Getting out of a contract

Dealing With Improperly Bargained Contracts   September 18, 2023   |   By: Hyung-Gyu (Leo) Sun   A contract is a set of promises (or a promise) between two or more parties, the performance of which the law recognizes as a duty. Yet, people often enter into a contract without fully grasping the legal implications of it.… Continue reading Dealing With Improperly Bargained Contracts

Navigating Restricted Parties Lists in the United States: Screening to Facilitate Compliance

Navigating Restricted Parties Lists in the United States: Screening to Facilitate Compliance   September 7, 2023   |   By: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig   Under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Part 736 General Prohibition #5 (EAR 736.5) imposes restrictions on certain activities related to exports, reexports, and transfers (in-country) of items subject to the Export… Continue reading Navigating Restricted Parties Lists in the United States: Screening to Facilitate Compliance

Estate Planning for Small and Family-Owned Businesses

Small Business and Family-Owned Business Estate Planning

August 28, 2023   |   By: Chris Arakaky   Estate Planning for Small and Family-Owned Businesses   This article is only meant to serve as a general overview of business succession planning for small and family-owned businesses. Given that there is such a diverse and wide variety of business types, the specific factors to consider and… Continue reading Estate Planning for Small and Family-Owned Businesses

Do I Need an Employment Agreement Lawyer?

July 5, 2023   |   By: Ellis Bennett Employment agreements are contracts that lay out the terms and conditions of an employment relationship. Establishing a clear, written, and legally binding employment agreement with the support of an employment agreement lawyer can significantly reduce the chances of misunderstandings, workplace disputes, and other conflicts that may otherwise be… Continue reading Do I Need an Employment Agreement Lawyer?

6 Essential Legal Documents for a Startup

July 5, 2023   |   By: Ellis Bennett Launching or growing a new business is not only an exciting time, but it can also be overwhelmingly busy and challenging as multiple priorities demand your attention. Therefore, proper planning is vital. Succeeding in your new venture involves more than just focusing on your business operations and financial… Continue reading 6 Essential Legal Documents for a Startup

Intern Program

As part of our effort to recruit, develop and retail the best and brightest attorneys, Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig offers a summer intern program for promising law school students who are looking to work as part of an innovative and incredibly successful team. With a global team of lawyers, selected candidates are able to work on high level projects in a collaborative space.

Paralegals and Legal Support Staff

At Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, our team of paralegals and staff work together collaboratively along side our attorneys toward a common goal. We have created a positive work environment where our paralegals and legal assistants work to successfully reach firm-wide goals and support each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance. They regularly assist our attorneys with organizing and maintaining files, conducting legal research, and preparing documents.