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We have a Delaware C-corporation facing an issue with the Delaware Division of Corporations regarding franchise taxes. Due to a clerical reporting error on our 2022 Annual Report, our company mistakenly reported zero issued shares instead of the correct 10,000,000 shares, triggering an incorrect franchise tax assessment of approximately $100,000. The amendment deadline has passed, and we urgently require legal assistance. Your Tasks: • Review all related filings, communications, and documentation. • Prepare and submit an appeal or petition for administrative relief directly with the Delaware Division of Corporations. • Negotiate and advocate clearly to resolve the franchise tax bill, aiming for a substantial reduction or elimination of penalties due to the obvious clerical nature of the error. • Advise and assist in filing a Revival to restore our company’s good standing. Required Expertise: • Proven specialization in Delaware corporate law and franchise tax disputes. • Successful track record resolving similar administrative or tax disputes directly with the Delaware Division of Corporations. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Deliverables: • Immediate legal strategy and action plan. • Successful filing and management of negotiations or appeals. • Restoration of the company’s status to good standing with Delaware. Timeline: Immediate engagement required, aiming to resolve swiftly. Budget: Open to negotiation based on experience. Please Include in Your Proposal: • Relevant experience with similar cases. • Estimated timeline and proposed approach. • Your hourly rate or fixed-fee structure. We look forward to promptly reviewing your proposal.