Taras Miroshnychenko

Head of International Corporate Law and Fintech Practice

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miroshnychenko@prikhodko.com.ua

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Expert in fintech, crypto, and international corporate law with over 20 years of experience. Specializes in crypto licensing (VASP/CASP), iGaming business support, and international structuring, asset protection, and OSINT analytics for risk assessment and due diligence.

Business registration and support in USA

It is fair to say that the United States of America is not only the world’s largest economy, but also a country with an extremely attractive business environment.

The USA annually attracts thousands of entrepreneurs from all over the world thanks to its stable legal system, high level of investment protection, developed banking infrastructure, and access to one of the most powerful consumer markets on the planet.

However, entering the American market requires a very deep and specific understanding of local legal norms, federal and state regulations, tax rules, and requirements for starting and running a business.

That is why legal support from experienced professionals at Prikhodko & Partners Law Firm is a key factor in successfully entering and developing a business in the USA.

Our company, Prikhodko & Partners, offers comprehensive legal support for businesses in the US — from company formation to contract support, intellectual property registration, corporate dispute resolution, and tax structuring. In this article, we will talk about the main areas of our work, opportunities for entrepreneurs, and important legal nuances that should be considered.

What are the advantages of doing business in the USA?

As we mentioned earlier, the USA is one of the most attractive jurisdictions to open a company in.

The main advantages include:

Huge domestic market with high purchasing power;
Access to venture capital and investors;
Stable legal system, which ensures the protection of property rights;
Flexible corporate structuring models;
Possibility of remote company management for non-residents;
Recognition of American jurisdiction at the international level — especially in the areas of IT, fintech, and e-commerce.

Legal support for business in the USA: how exactly can we help you?

The law firm “Prikhodko & Partners” provides full legal support for entrepreneurs and companies that are already operating or just planning to start a business in the U.S.

We work with Ukrainian and international clients who wish to enter the American market with minimal risks and maximum legal protection.

Our services include:

Company registration in the USA

Choosing the optimal state (Delaware, Wyoming, Florida, California, etc.) taking into account tax and legal aspects;
Preparation of statutory documents;
Registration of a legal entity (LLC, Corporation, S-Corp);
Obtaining an EIN (Employer Identification Number);
Appointment of a Registered Agent;
Opening a corporate bank account in the US or a fintech service (Mercury, Wise, Relay, etc.).

Preparation of corporate documents and contracts

Development of Operating Agreement (for LLC) or Bylaws (for corporations);
Preparation of internal company policies (privacy policy, terms of use, etc.);
Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, NDAs, agreements with counterparties, investors, and employees.

Tax planning and reporting

Consulting on tax obligations of the company and owners;
Determination of residency for taxation;
Preparation for filing reports in accordance with IRS requirements;
Support in interacting with tax consultants in the USA.

Intellectual property

Trademark registration with the USPTO;
Copyright protection and patenting;
Support in disputes regarding intellectual property rights.

Startup support and investment attraction

Preparation of Pitch Decks, Terms Sheets, SAFE agreements;
Preparation of Convertible Notes, investor entry agreements;
Protecting the interests of founders and investors at the pre-seed and seed stages.

Litigation and pre-trial settlement

Drafting claims and responses to lawsuits;
Legal analysis of the situation and building a legal position;
Support in commercial disputes through partner law firms in the USA.

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What are the legal features of doing business in the USA: what to consider

The difference between federal and state law
Business regulation in the United States is carried out at two levels — federal and state. It is important to consider the differences in tax rates, reporting requirements, registration and company operations depending on the state.

Jurisdictional reputation
For example, the states of Delaware and Wyoming have more favorable business conditions, while California has stricter reporting requirements and high taxes.

Tax obligations for non-residents
Despite the fact that non-residents can be owners of American companies, it is worth carefully calculating the possible tax consequences and checking whether the company’s activities do not fall under the obligation to file annual reports and pay taxes in the United States.

Banking compliance requirements
American banks have high requirements for transparency of company structure, origin of funds, beneficiaries. We will provide legal preparation for passing KYC/AML checks.

Conclusion

Doing business in the USA opens up huge prospects, but at the same time requires careful legal support. It is important to consider both corporate and tax, financial and regulatory aspects.