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 Start a Business in Michigan
From licenses and permits to taxes and insurance, learn what you need to do to start a business in Michigan.
How to Start a Business in Georgia (Updated 2023)
From licenses and permits to taxes and insurance, learn what you need to do to start a business in Georgia.
How to Start a Business in Texas (Updated 2023)
From licenses and permits to taxes and insurance, learn what you need to do to start a business in Texas.
How to Start a Business in California (Updated 2023)
From licenses and permits to taxes and insurance, learn what you need to do to start a business in California.
How to Get a Business License
The term business license may refer to any number of permits and licenses regulated by federal and state agencies. Learn about your state's business license laws.
How to Form a D.C. Nonprofit Corporation
Most nonprofits are 501(c)(3) corporations, which means they are formed for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes a
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.
LLC vs. LLP: What Is the Difference?
Take time to weigh the pros and cons of these two different business structures.
7 Steps to Dissolving an LLC
You've decided to wind down your business, but you need to take care of several important steps to limit your liability for lawsuits and government fees.
Nonprofit Annual Filing Requirements and Financial Reporting
Your nonprofit's annual filing requirements might include state renewals, fundraising reports, and tax returns.