Certificate of Incorporation Is a corporation that is not a personal service corporation and where more than 50% of its outstanding stock is owned by no more than five people at any time during the last half of the tax year. Home Resources Startup Law Dictionary Certificate of Incorporation Return to Glossary Need legal help? Schedule a free consultation with a world-class startup attorney on LawTrades. LET'S CHAT Roy G. Business Attorney Heather N. Business Attorney Jared S. Business Attorney Tell us about your project We'll connect you with a vetted attorney in just a few minutes. Trusted by top companies like :