Attorney Danya Shakfeh

Launching a new business that you are passionate about can be an exciting time. After all, you may have been thinking about starting a business for a long time and I finally decided to try it out. As the thrill and success build, do not forget that there are certain things you must do to

What is an assignment and assumption agreement? An assignment and assumption agreement is a contract that allows one of the parties to transfer their contractual rights and duties to another party. An assignment of contract is used after a previous agreement has been signed and one of the parties wants to pass on its obligations

What is M&A financial due diligence? Financial due diligence refers to the process of inspecting a target business’s financial performance to verify its value and profitability.  By conducting financial due diligence, both the buying and selling parties of a business acquisition can make an in-depth analysis of the numbers of the company and assess any

One of the primary and most important decisions you need to make when starting a business is choosing the right business entity. Whether you opt for an LLC or a Corporation, this decision will affect how your company is taxed, its structure, management, and other key operational concerns. LLCs and corps offer different pros and

Also known as MOE, a merger of equals occurs when two companies of a similar size combine to form a new entity. After a merger of equals, the independent companies cease to exist and all their assets are transferred to the new entity.  Shareholders from both firms surrender their shares in exchange for securities issued