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Figuring Out Which Licenses Apply to Your Business
November 20, 2019

It is not surprising that a restaurant selling alcohol needs a liquor license or that a construction company needs a contractor’s license before it can start building houses or office buildings. But many business owners in different industries…

Should a Dormant Nonprofit Organization Deactivate the “Donate” Button on its Website?
October 28, 2019

For an inactive nonprofit organization that is not engaged in any formal activities or fundraising efforts, there is no reason to have a functioning “Donate” or “Donate Here” button on its website as it only creates risk (albeit not…

Join us on August 8, 2019 at the Richmond SCORE First Step Workshop for Entrepreneurs and Prospective Business Owners
August 05, 2019

Richmond SCORE’s First Step Workshop for Entrepreneurs and Prospective Business Owners is coming up this Thursday, August 8, 2019 from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. RVA small business attorney Eric Perkins will discuss business entity formations and…

Pop Quiz for Nonprofit Board Members
July 18, 2019

While millions of civic-minded, passionate individuals volunteer their valuable time and talent each year to serve on nonprofit boards, the pertinent question not asked often enough is “How engaged is our board of directors?” If you are…

Compliance Tips for Virginia Business Startups: Director and Officer Responsibilities
July 08, 2019

Responsibility for the day-to-day management of a Virginia corporation resides with the corporation’s directors and officers. The Virginia Stock Corporation Act offers more flexibility than most people realize, however, to structure the management…

Perkins Law Sponsors Goochland Chamber Community Night 2019
July 05, 2019

The Perkins Law team invites you and your family to enjoy a fun evening of Flying Squirrels baseball. As a sponsor, we have a generous allotment of tickets to share with our clients, friends, and colleagues (on a first come first serve basis)…

Employee Use of Company Resources
June 28, 2019

Small business owners should have written policies concerning employees’ use of company computers, emails, and telephones. Federal and state law give employers quite a bit of flexibility when it comes to monitoring employee emails and phone…

A Few Tips on Starting a Food Truck Business
June 27, 2019

A vibrant food truck community has emerged in RVA over the past decade. Seemingly every local event is anchored by a growing variety of independently owned mobile food operators. Why have food trucks become so popular amongst food service entrepreneurs?…

History Made in RVA on June 22, 2019 – Welcoming the New Arthur Ashe Boulevard
June 25, 2019

I have called Richmond, Virginia home since 1996 when I moved here after graduating from law school to start work as a lawyer.  While my family and I have very much enjoyed all aspects of life in RVA over the years, never have I felt more civic…