State Corporation Laws: State-specific corporation laws (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law, California Corporations Code) that govern corporate formation, operation, and dissolution. Includes state-specific filing requirements and mandatory provisions.

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation that determines corporate tax structure, status, and obligations when forming or revising a corporation.

Securities Acts: Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 governing stock issuance, registration, and trading requirements for corporations planning to issue shares.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law establishing enhanced standards for public company boards, management, and accounting firms, particularly relevant if the corporation is or plans to become publicly traded.

State Secretary Requirements: Specific requirements set by the Secretary of State office including naming conventions, filing procedures, fees, and mandatory disclosures.

Industry Regulations: Special regulatory requirements for specific industries such as banking, insurance, healthcare, or professional corporations.

Governance Rules: Legal requirements and best practices regarding stock structure, shareholder rights, board composition, officer positions, and corporate purpose statements.