Baker Tax Law
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Tax Law
We provide tax advice and planning for companies and individuals on a wide range of federal tax issues
Employee Benefits & Compensation
We help companies to structure benefit programs and to comply with the laws governing compensation
Employment
We help executives negotiate their employment, equity compensation, and separation packages
Recent Posts
Discount Stock Options
Myth: You must grant stock options with a fair market value exercise price. Truth: A nonstatutory stock option can be granted with a discount exercise price if: The stock option is fixed-exercise; or The stock option meets the independent contractor exception. Most...
Section 409A – 10 Magic Words
Section 409A is a highly technical section of the tax code that slaps a 20% tax penalty onto improperly structured deferred compensation. But there is a hack. You can avoid the penalty by adding these 10 magic words to the contract… “, subject to [his/her] continuous...
Choice of Entity
You have a brilliant business idea. And you can see yourself as a millionaire. But sadly, you’re frozen by the very first decision you have to make: Do you form the company as an S corp, C corp, or LLC? Today’s your lucky day. I’ll make it easy for you. If you plan on...
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