Legal Question in Constitutional Law in California

Is corporation a person or citizen?

Is a corporation registered in the state of California deemed a person or a citizen?


Asked on 12/18/06, 4:24 pm

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Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Re: Is corporation a person or citizen?

For purposes of diversity in federal court, a corporation has two citizenships -- its state of incorporation and the state in which it has its principal place of business. Just because it's registered in California doesn't mean it's a citizen of this state for diversity purposes. I'm not sure what else you're asking. Feel free to e-mail me privately if you need a more specific answer.

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Answered on 12/18/06, 5:50 pm


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