Securities Act of 1933: Federal law that regulates the offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure of financial information.

Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law governing secondary market trading of securities, establishing the SEC and requirements for public companies.

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation that determines tax implications and requirements for different corporate structures.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate accountability standards, particularly important for public companies.

State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and dissolution within each jurisdiction.

Model Business Corporation Act: Standard set of laws serving as a template for state corporate legislation, adopted fully or partially by many states.

Delaware General Corporation Law: Comprehensive corporate legislation specific to Delaware, often considered the gold standard for corporate law in the US.

SEC Regulations: Rules and requirements set by the Securities and Exchange Commission for corporate compliance and securities trading.

Blue Sky Laws: State-level securities regulations governing the offering and sale of securities within each state.

Stock Exchange Requirements: Specific rules and standards set by stock exchanges for companies seeking to list their securities.

Corporate Governance Guidelines: Best practices and requirements for company management, board structure, and shareholder rights.

IRS Corporate Requirements: Specific tax filing and reporting requirements based on the chosen corporate structure and business activities.