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Tax Clarification Drafting
This document is based on an actual scenario in a different city and province, but was anonymized for portfolio purposes. Skill used: Legal Research and Writing
Corporate Actions and the Required Vote
Corporate Action Required Board Vote Required Stockholder/Member Vote Amendment of the Articles of Incorporation (AOI) Majority vote of the board. 2/3 of the outstanding capital stock (or members). Extension or Shortening of…
Trademark vs. Copyright vs. Patent
Feature Patent Trademark Copyright Object Protected An invention (product, process, or improvement) that provides a technical solution to a problem. A visible sign capable of distinguishing goods (trademark) or services (service mark)….
Regular Holiday vs. Special Non-Working vs. Special Working Holiday
Here is a distinction between Regular Holidays, Special Non-Working Holidays, and Special Working Holidays: Feature Regular Holiday Special Non-Working Holiday (Special Day) Special Working Holiday Definition/Nature Days designated as regular holidays by…
Presumptive Death
Chart Overview for Presumption of Death Purpose or Claim Number of Years Source For all purposes, except for succession 7 years Art. 390 For the purpose of opening succession (general rule) 10…
Jurisdiction of States
Jurisdiction, in the context of states, is the power of a state to affect legal interests. It is an attribute of sovereignty that confers, through law, the power and authority to apply…
State Immunity
The doctrine of State Immunity, also known as “the royal prerogative of dishonesty,” posits that the State cannot be sued without its consent. This fundamental principle is enshrined in the Constitution to…
Compilation of Bar Tips
In random order. From various sources. These are not absolute. Use at your own discretion. On Answering/During Exam Sayings
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