A Legal Toolkit for Starting and Scaling Your Business

This course, developed by Columbia Law Professor Lynnise E. Pantin, equips entrepreneurs with the legal knowledge necessary to manage and protect their businesses. Participants will learn to navigate legal challenges such as formalizing a business, understanding tax implications of business structures, and complying with local, state, and federal regulations to scale their ventures confidently and responsibly.

This course is designed for:

• Influencers
• Freelancers
• Creatives
• Podcasters
• Startup Owners
• Small Business Owners

Why Choose Columbia Law’s Course?

Professor Lynnise E. Pantin brings years of experience supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners. She is passionate about empowering individuals to create economic opportunities and build sustainable ventures. Her insights and practical guidance make this course an essential resource for navigating the legal landscape of entrepreneurship.

Admission Requirements

Course Format: Self-paced video lessons and downloadable resources.

How to formalize your business and choose the appropriate structure.Insights into the tax implications of different business structures.Legal boundaries for business operations.Strategies to advance and scale your business while adhering to regulations.

Video Lessons: High-definition video content presented by Columbia Law Professor Lynnise E. Pantin.Actionable Concepts: Step-by-step instructions and peer engagement to build confidence in managing your business legally and responsibly.Course Resources: Downloadable reference materials upon course completion.Self-Paced Access: Flexible learning tailored to your schedule.

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Build a solid legal foundation for starting and scaling a business.
• Gain the confidence to navigate common legal challenges.
• Understand the compliance requirements to protect their business and enhance sustainability.