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Private Companies: The Progression of an Equity Strategy
Apr 1, 2024

Equity compensation plans are essential for attracting, retaining, and motivating key talent. For private companies, the approach to these plans must evolve based on the company's current stage of development.
Protecting Employees From the Alternative Minimum Tax Trap
Mar 28, 2024

Unbeknownst to many taxpayers, every time you file your taxes a calculation for AMT happens in the background.
5 Things to Know About Award Modifications
Mar 27, 2024

Before you modify any equity awards, you need to be aware of these five crucial points. Pay special attention to point #4!
Dividends and Equivalents: Ten Things to Know
Mar 20, 2024

Understand the nuances of administering dividends and dividend equivalent payments for restricted stock and units.
Who Can Approve Equity Grants? Flexibility for Delaware Corporations
Mar 13, 2024

Delaware law offers flexibility to companies who want to delegate authority to approve equity grants to management. Learn what the rules are and key questions to consider before updating your grant processes.
83(b) Election: The Multi-Million-Dollar Ticking Time Bomb
Mar 6, 2024

The 83(b) election represents a multi-million-dollar ticking time bomb for unaware founders, who risk severe financial consequences and future venture deal complications by missing this critical tax filing due to its obscure nature, stringent 30-day deadline, and intricate filing requirements.
Stock Plan Administration: The Intersection of Finance, Legal & HR
Mar 6, 2024

Stock plan administrators play a key role, bridging finance, legal, and HR. Ensuring equity programs are tax-compliant, legally sound, and understood by employees.
Statutory Stock Certificates and Modern Equity Management Alternatives
Mar 3, 2024

Delaware supports digital and book entry share tracking as modern, efficient alternatives to traditional statutory stock certificates, reducing administrative burden and complexity for private companies.
The Crucial Role of Cap Tables
Feb 29, 2024

Cap Tables are vital for tracking company ownership and ensuring business success. Accurate, real-time management is crucial to avoid issues during fundraising or audits, involving knowledge across legal, HR, and finance.