Jane Haskins, Esq.
Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.
More From This Author
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Good Standing: How to Avoid Penalties and Help Your Company Grow
Keeping your company in good standing with authorities is as important to its success as founding it in the first place.
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7 Questions to Ask Your Attorney Before Starting a Business
Meeting with a small business attorney is an important way to get your business off to a good start and minimize future risks. Here are questions to ask at your first meeting.
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How to Avoid a Tax Audit: 7 Tips for Small Business Owners
Find out what might trigger a small business tax audit and how you can reduce your risk.
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Starting a Business: What to Know
Creating a business from scratch is one of life's most exciting—and intimidating—adventures. Before you start, be sure you really know the lay of the land.
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What Is an Agent for Service of Process?
Corporations, LLCs and other business entities must have an agent for service of process. Find out what an agent does and why you need one.
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The Complete Guide to Create a Series LLC
A series LLC allows business owners to consolidate multiple business activities under one umbrella LLC. Learn more about how and why to start one.
· 8 min read
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How to Form an Illinois Corporation
Reading to form a corporation in Illinois? Get an easy-to-follow explanation about naming and registering your business, how much it costs, the paperwork you’ll need, and more.
· 5 min read
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10 Things to Look for in a Residential or Commercial Lease
Understand what you're agreeing to before you put your name on the dotted line.
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How to Write a Promissory Note
A promissory note puts the terms of a loan in writing. Promissory notes don't have to be long or complicated, but there are some key items you'll want to include. Learn more about writing and amending a promissory note.
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How to Sign as Power of Attorney
When you sign as someone's power of attorney, you must note that you are legally signing on their behalf.
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