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Quick Facts — S Corp Lawyers

A lawyer for S Corp is a legal professional responsible for advising S Corps on legal and financial aspects in relation to taxation, liability, and compliance. If you are a small business owner, you must be actively looking for two things: reducing taxes and protecting assets. While planning on incorporation and not going public simultaneously, the thought of an S corp must have crossed your mind. An S Corp is a unique corporation with certain tax and liability advantages. But, it comes along with its own set of complications. Tax professionals and accountants can also help you navigate taxation matters. Read on to understand more.

Who Can Get an S Corp?

Are you planning on having an S Corp for your business? If yes, you must meet these requirements laid out by the US government's Internal Revenue System (IRS).

  • The corporation must be domestic in nature.
  • It cannot cross the threshold of a hundred shareholders.
  • Only one class of stock can exist.
  • When it comes to investment, only eligible shareholders can be a part of it.

S Corp Benefits

Before taking up any type of corp for your valuable company, you must weigh the pros and cons. Here are the benefits of an S Corp-

  • Savings Taxes

    To prevent double taxation, in S Corp, the income is not taxed at the corporate level. The income is allocated to the shareholders based on their ownership percentage. Shareholders who are also employees must receive reasonable compensation for the services they provide and this income is subject to payroll taxes. Any remaining profits can be distributed to shareholders as dividends, which are taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income.

  • A Separate Entity from Shareholders

    In the case of an S Corp, the company is a separate legal entity. The actions of the shareholders can still impact the company, especially if there are disputes or legal issues involving shareholders.

  • Reduces Liability

    S Corps help in reducing liability and increasing the protection of the company. Since the company is a separate legal entity, your financial liability is reduced.

  • Ownership Transfers are Easy.

    In the case of an S Corp structure, shareholders can easily transfer their ownership without disturbing the company's status. However, there may be restrictions and limitations, such as restrictions in the company’s shareholder agreement or state laws.

  • Growth Opportunities

    Long-term growth opportunities depend on market conditions, competition, and business strategies.

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Why Hire a Lawyer for S Corp

There are many types of corps that you can sign your company in. However, it is important for you to understand the difference between each and establish which one is the best for you and your company. Getting a lawyer will help you get clarity on which corp is suitable for your company. They help you analyze your needs and requirements and suggest you choose a corp accordingly. Further, a lawyer will also help you understand the tax benefits that S Corp brings along to the table. They shall help you understand how to file taxes to save the maximum money. For more information on corporation taxes, consult with a tax professional or an accountant.

A lawyer will help you draft your paperwork to file for an S Corp. They help you understand the legality of several matters. In case you are ever stuck in a legal settlement or court dispute, they shall help you fight in court and support your stand.

Key Terms

  • Shareholder Agreement: A shareholder is a person who owns shares of a company and is registered as a corp. An agreement is signed between the shareholders and the S Corp companies, which is known as the S Corp shareholder agreement.
  • Shareholders: Shareholders are people who own shares, that is, small parts of the company, that are listed in the market.

Conclusion

While running a business, we take all the necessary care and precaution and take extreme measures to safeguard it. Taking care of finances and taxes is just a part of securing the company’s interest. You must get expert help and guidance from the lawyers at ContractsCounsel to help you save money on taxes and also protect yourself from personal liability by turning to S Corp.


ContractsCounsel is not a law firm, and this post should not be considered and does not contain legal advice. To ensure the information and advice in this post are correct, sufficient, and appropriate for your situation, please consult a licensed attorney. Also, using or accessing ContractsCounsel's site does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and ContractsCounsel.


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