Christine Mathias
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Christine Mathias is a legal editor at Nolo specializing in business formation. Christine has a B.A. from Portland State University, a J.D. from Penn State Dickinson School of Law, and a M.L.I.S. from the Simmons School of Library and Information Science. She is an active member of the California State Bar and an inactive member of the Vermont Bar Association. Her experience includes working as a law librarian at the University of San Diego and the San Diego County Law Library, directing several nonprofits, and practicing as an attorney in Vermont and California. Christine operates a law practice based in Joshua Tree, California, with a focus on small businesses and nonprofits.
Articles By Christine Mathias
How to Form a Partnership
You don't have to file any paperwork to establish a partnership -- you can create a partnership simply by agreeing to go into business with another person.
How Much Does It Cost to Start an LLC?
Find out how much it costs to form and own an LLC in your state.
How to Start an LLC in Texas
Here are the steps you need to take to form an LLC in Texas.
How to Start an LLC in Illinois
Here are the steps you need to take to form an LLC in Illinois.
Virtual Board Meetings for Nonprofits
Learn the laws and logistics your nonprofit should consider before transitioning to virtual board meetings.
How to Obtain 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status for Your Nonprofit
How to apply for tax-exempt status for your nonprofit and the IRS Form 1023 application.
What Businesses Qualify as an "Essential Service" During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Find out which businesses qualify as an "essential service" and which businesses should stay closed.
Coronavirus and Business Contracts: When Performance Becomes Impossible or Impracticable
If you are finding it difficult or impossible to perform under your contract due to COVID-19, find out how your contract or general legal principles may protect you.
SBA Loan Programs Offer COVID-19 Relief: Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL) and the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
If your small business has suffered cash flow problems due to COVID-19, the government is providing emergency financial relief through two new loan programs.
What Is a DBA?
You do not need to form a new company to change your business name -- you can register a DBA.