State Corporate Laws: Each state has its own specific corporation laws (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law, California Corporations Code) that govern corporate formation, operation, and dissolution. These laws dictate specific filing requirements and mandatory provisions for Articles of Incorporation.

Federal Tax Law: Internal Revenue Code requirements that determine corporate tax treatment and compliance obligations for the newly formed corporation.

Federal Securities Laws: Federal regulations governing the issuance of stock, securities registration, and reporting requirements if planning to issue shares.

Federal Antitrust Laws: Federal regulations governing fair competition and preventing monopolistic practices that new corporations must comply with.

State Filing Requirements: Specific requirements from the Secretary of State's office regarding documentation, forms, and procedures for incorporating a business.

Naming Requirements: State-specific regulations governing corporate name selection, including restrictions and required designators (e.g., 'Inc.', 'Corporation').

Registered Agent Requirements: Legal requirements for maintaining a registered agent and office in the state of incorporation for service of process.

Capital Requirements: State-specific minimum capital requirements or par value specifications for corporate stock, if applicable.

Industry-Specific Regulations: Special regulatory requirements for corporations operating in regulated industries such as banking, insurance, or healthcare.

Professional Corporation Laws: Special requirements and restrictions for corporations formed by licensed professionals such as doctors, lawyers, or accountants.

Securities Registration Requirements: State 'blue sky' laws and SEC requirements governing the registration and issuance of corporate securities.