New Jersey § 14a:17-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 14a:17-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14a:17-5.
(a) One or more persons, each of whom is duly licensed or otherwise legally authorized
to render the same or closely allied professional service within this State, may organize
and become a shareholder or shareholders of a professional corporation for pecuniary
profit under the provisions of the Business Corporation Act of New Jersey (Title 14A,
Corporations, General, of the New Jersey Statutes), for the sole and specific purpose
of rendering such professional service. (b) A foreign professional legal corporation may render legal services of the type
provided by attorneys-at-law in this State provided by that it secures a certificate
of authority from the Secretary of State in accordance with Chapter 13 of the Business
Corporation Act of New Jersey (Title 14A, Corporations, General, of the New Jersey
Statutes) and provided further that every shareholder or employee of the foreign professional
legal corporation providing legal services in this State is an attorney-at-law licensed
and eligible to practice in this State under the Rules of the Supreme Court.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 14a:17-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 14a:17-5 cover?
Section 14a:17-5 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 14a:17-5?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 14a:17-5" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 14a:17-5 apply to my situation?
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