1. Corporations: Certificate of Incorporation
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2. Certificate (Articles) of Incorporation:
The name of the company;
The company purpose;
The county in which the principal office sits;
The total number of corporate shares and their value;
A description of any class of shares, preferential treatment, limitations or rights accompanying ownership of the shares;
A designation that the Secretary of State is the designated agent of the corporation to receive service of process;
The name and address of any in-state registered agent appointed by the incorporators;
The duration of the corporation (if it is not perpetual).
Limitation of liability
Voting schemes
Indemnification

3. Certificate (Articles) of Incorporation cont.
Corporate purpose
Any lawful act for which a corporation may be formed under NY law.
Capital structure
Preferred stock vs. common stock
Amending the articles