Maria Camila Alzate

The Delaware Trapdoor: When Authorized Shares Become a Six-Figure Surprise

For as long as I can remember Delaware has been hailed as the pro-business jurisdiction; the gold standard for corporate law, investor predictability, and efficient courts. Law schools use it as the gold standard and companies have flocked there for good reasons, such as a sophisticated Court of Chancery, a robust body of case law, and streamlined governance rules.  But there is one corner of Delaware law […]

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DAOs and the Foundation Myth 

For much of the last decade, the blueprint for launching a decentralized project was simple: set up an offshore foundation, assign it ownership of the protocol, and call it “decentralized.” The foundation served as a regulatory fig leaf, projecting legitimacy while keeping developers at arm’s length.   That model worked until it didn’t. As the Web3

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Blockchain, Borders, & Big Data: Who Really Holds the Keys? 

For years, blockchain was dismissed as a niche tool for crypto traders. Now, governments around the world are leveraging it to reengineer trust in public institutions and in doing so, potentially recast the relationship between the individual and the state.  Imagine tapping your digital ID to access healthcare, vote, or verify property ownership, which are

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Wills, Trusts & Real Life: Why Planning Isn’t Just for the Wealthy  

There’s a common misconception that estate planning, especially using trusts, is only for the ultra-wealthy. But if you own a home, have children, or simply want your wishes honored without burdening your loved ones, a trust may be one of the most practical and powerful tools you can use.  Start with the Basics: A Will

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Block by Block: The Legal Revolution You Didn’t See Coming

Imagine a world where contracts execute themselves, fraud is nearly impossible, and public records are immune from tampering. That’s not sci-fi, it’s blockchain. At its core, blockchain is a digital ledger where transactions are written in “permanent ink,” visible to all, and nearly impossible to alter. It powers everything from cryptocurrencies to smart contracts, but

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Who Owns the Business Name? Common Legal Pitfalls When Starting an LLC 

How a business name, trademark, and domain name all carry distinct legal implications.  Starting an LLC is an exciting milestone—but many new business owners mistakenly believe that once their LLC is filed, they “own” their business name outright. Unfortunately, that’s not always true. The reality is that forming an LLC is just one piece of

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