Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL): Primary state corporation law, particularly important as most US corporations incorporate in Delaware due to its well-developed corporate laws. Sets forth requirements for formation, governance, and operation of corporations.

Securities Act of 1933: Federal law governing initial issuance of securities, requiring registration of securities offerings and establishing disclosure requirements for corporations planning to issue shares.

Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law establishing ongoing reporting requirements and securities regulations for publicly traded companies, including periodic financial reporting and disclosure obligations.

State Securities Laws (Blue Sky Laws): State-specific requirements for securities offerings and sales, providing additional layer of regulation beyond federal securities laws.

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation that impacts corporate structure decisions, tax obligations, and reporting requirements for corporations.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure requirements, particularly important for companies planning to go public.

State-specific Filing Requirements: Individual state requirements for articles of incorporation, including specific format, content, and filing procedures that vary by jurisdiction.

Industry-specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules and requirements that may affect corporate formation and governance based on the company's business activities.

Federal Trade Commission Regulations: Federal regulations concerning consumer protection and antitrust matters that may impact corporate formation and operational requirements.