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Important Updates for Corporate Transparency Act Compliance
Guidance for Venture-Backed Companies In our previous guidance, we outlined how venture-backed companies can navigate the requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”). Since then,
INTRODUCTION TO QUALIFIED SMALL BUSINESS STOCK
Understanding the Gain Exclusion under Section 1202 Brief History of U.S. Federal Taxation of Virtual Currency This article will be first in a series of
The Diligent Emerging Company
What Makes a Venture-Backable Company? Venture capital plays a pivotal role in propelling startups by providing financial backing and crucial strategic guidance to help young
Roles in the Company
Different Hats Worn by Startup Founders What exactly does it mean to be a startup “founder”? Beyond just the title, founders often find themselves juggling
Equity Pitfalls for Early Stage Companies
Common Pitfalls Issuing Equity Issuing equity is a big step for any startup. It’s complex and can shape your company and affect everyone involved. While
Navigating the Blockchain Landscape
Recent IRS Guidance on Convertible Virtual Currency and the Treasury’s Continued Delay Regarding Broker Regulations This ruling reaffirms the IRS’s position that convertible virtual currencies
Corporate Transparency Act Guidance for Venture-Backed Companies
Guidance for Venture-Backed Companies Venture-backed companies entered a new era of disclosure with the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) taking effect on January 1, 2024. Adopted
Understanding and Knowing Your Options
KNOWING YOUR OPTIONS If you’re a startup founder or an employee, then you need to know not all stock option grants are the same. In
GwC Adds Laura Stapleton to Expand Fund Formation and Tax Offerings
Monday, May 13, 2024 — GwC bolsters its tax capabilities with the arrival of Laura L. Stapleton. Laura is based in Dallas and joins GwC
GwC Deepens Commitment to Venture with Addition of Karissa Wallace
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 — Karissa Wallace has joined GwC’s emerging company and venture capital teams as an attorney and advisor. Formerly with Detroit Venture
